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Type
  
Yoga magazine

Founded
  
1999

Headquarters
  
Chennai, India

Publisher
  
Asana Publication

Language
  
English/Tamil

Owner(s)
  
Asana Andiappan Yoga & Natural Living Development Trust

Asana Journal is the first and only international Yoga magazine published from India, both in English and Tamil, focusing on Yoga, Naturopathy and wellbeing.

Contents

Origin

Asana is the Sanskrit word for posture or seat. It is one of the eight limbs of Yoga.

History and Development

Asana Yoga and Naturopathy International monthly magazine was started in 1999 by Dr Asana Andiapppan. Andiappan founded the only Yoga college and research centre recognised by Central Council for Research in Yoga and Naturopathy, Government of India and Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Tamil Nadu and two Universities in India – Manonmaniam Sundaranar University and Tamil Nadu Physical Education and Sports University.

The magazine is published by Asana Publication which is managed by Asana Andiappan Yoga & Natural Living Development Trust. Dr Andiappan’s objective is to create an international journal that provides the Yoga community with “references of therapeutic experience in Yogasana, and Naturopathy”.

As Yoga’s popularity grew, particularly in Asia, the demand for an international journal with the Indian Yoga heritage arose. The magazine has been published in English since January 2003.

Asana publishes articles on Yoga, Ayurveda, Naturopathy, Siddha etc. It has become a part of reference journals for many Yoga and Naturopathy related courses in India.

Asana, with PublishLike service, is now available for download from either Apple App Store or Android Market.

Editorial Focus

Asana focuses on the following key features:

  • Yoga Tradition and History – Background about the history and foundation of the 5,000-year-old Yoga tradition
  • Yoga Practice – Concepts, preparation, techniques, modifications and variations, benefits and contraindications
  • Yoga Teaching – Teaching experience
  • Yoga Philosophy – Philosophical ideas that unite the mind, body and spirit
  • Life Style and Wellbeing – Life style beyond the physical practice
  • Yoga Community – Events and activities connecting the community
  • Yoga Calendar – Yoga news

    • Yoga Events

    Asana participates in several major Yoga events in the Region:

    2012

  • 25–26 February 2012: Korea Yoga Festival
  • 28 March-1 April 2012: BaliSpirit Festival 2012

    • 2011

  • 27 February 2011: First All India Yoga Championship, Chennai, affiliated by Indian Yoga Federation, India
  • 10 April 2011: Hong Kong Yogathon 2011

    • August 2012

    August 2012 is Ahimsa Special featuring:

  • Applying the First Yama, Ahimsa to Daily Life
  • 7 Days to the Path of Ahimsa
  • Ahimsa, the Practice of Non-Harming

    • Other articles include:

  • Partner Yoga
  • Yoga for Children
  • Yoga Therapy for Hernia
  • Yoga and Management – Working Together for a Happier World

    • July 2012

    July 2012 is Research Special featuring:

  • The Tree of Contemplative Practices
  • Yoga and Science - Working Together

    • Other articles include:

  • 10 Great Tips on How to Improve Your Inversion
  • Yoga Wisdom for Menopause
  • Yoga Therpay for Constipation
  • Partner Yoga

    • June 2012

    June 2012 is Competition Special featuring:

  • Competition Beats Yoga Down
  • Union between Yoga and Competition
  • Olympic Yoga Competition - Is It too Big a Stretch?

    • Other articles include:

  • Yoga Therapy for Infertility
  • Partner Yoga
  • Share and Dare
  • Fusion Fitness - Where Dance and Exercise Meet

    • May 2012

    May 2012 is Men's Special featuring:

  • Yoga Boy
  • Real Men Practise Yoga
  • Does Marketing to Men Reinforce Gender Stereotypes?
  • 10 Great Tips for Men to Enjoy Yoga Practice

    • Other articles include:

  • Partner Yoga
  • Yoga in Schools
  • Yoga Wellness
  • Manifest Your Dreams
  • Yoga and Beyond

    • April 2012

    April 2012 is Yoga | Dance | Music Special featuring:

  • Dance from the Heart
  • From Dance to Yoga - Expression, Awareness and Freedom
  • Dance for Joy - Not Only to Stay Fit
  • Yoga and Music
  • The Martial Link Between Yoga, Music and Dance
  • Quiet Music - Meditative Practice
  • Music in Yoga Class: Harmful or Beneficial
  • Music for the Inner Spirit

    • March 2012

    March 2012 is Happiness Special featuring:

  • The Key to Happiness
  • The Three Kinds of Happiness
  • Practising Yoga for Happiness

    • Other articles include:

  • 10 Great Tips to Prepare for the State of Meditative Experience
  • Yoga Therapy for Diabetes
  • More Recipes for Healthy Living
  • A Deeper Connection
  • Yoga without Boundaries

    • February 2012

    February 2012 is Health & Wealth Special featuring:

  • How Yoga Can Wreck Your Body
  • Don't Injure Yourself in Practice
  • The Power of Intention

    • Other articles include:

  • 10 Great Tips to Enjoy Your Yoga Practice During Winter
  • Yoga Therapy for Arthritis
  • Recipes for Healthy Living
  • Yoga & Christianity - Friends or Foes?
  • The Gift of Free Yoga

    • January 2012

    January 2012 is New Year's Special featuring:

  • The Fountain of Youth
  • Too Hot to Handle
  • Turn Over a New Leaf

    • Other articles include:

  • 10 Great Tips to Enjoy Your Yoga Practice During Pregnancy
  • Partner Yoga
  • Yoga Therapy for the Neck Pain
  • Yoga Toons
  • As Your Temperament, So Your Yoga

    • December 2011

    December 2011 is Christmas Special featuring:

  • Christmas Treasure under the Yoga Tree
  • Spiritual Awakening, Rock n' Roll
  • Partner Yoga

    • November 2011

    November 2011 is Diwali Special featuring:

  • Karma Yoga
  • The Festival of Lights
  • Yoga Music

    • October 2011

    October 2011 is Arms and Legs Special featuring:

  • Beautiful Legs
  • Yoga Therapy to Protect Against Hamstring Injury
  • Is it a Bird?

    • September 2011

    September 2011 is Yoga Practice Special featuring:

  • 10 Great Tips to Develop a Self Practice and Enjoy Your Home Practice
  • It is Bound to Happen
  • Yin Yoga

    • August 2011

    August 2011 is Summer Special featuring:

  • 10 Great Tips to Enjoy the Detox Benefits in your Yoga Practice
  • Glow on Face with Yoga
  • To Detox, or Not to Detox

    • July 2011

    July 2011 is Kids Special featuring:

  • 10 Great Tips to Encourage your Kids into Yoga Practice
  • Bend it Like Nathalie
  • Yoga for Growing Kids

    • June 2011

    June 2011 is Back Care Special featuring:

  • 10 Great Tips to Avoid Injuries
  • Effective Back Opening
  • Back Care Mantra Series

    • May 2011

    Key articles covered in May 2011 include:

  • 10 Great Tips to Improve Your Back Bending Flexibility and Safety
  • Releasing Frustration
  • Moving with the Mantra
  • Yoga Therapy - Sciatica
  • Teenage Posture
  • The State of Stillness

    • Affiliations

    Asana Publication also publishes Yoga manuals, Yoga books and CDs.

    References

    Asana Journal Wikipedia
    (Text) CC BY-SA


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