Shatkarma Cleansing Techniques in Yoga

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Why are cleansing techniques referred to as shatkarma?

Because they involve six different yoga poses

Because they are six in number (correct)

Because they are difficult to perform

Because they target six different body systems

What is the purpose of shatkarma?

To improve flexibility

To cleanse the body for yoga practices (correct)

To increase muscle strength

To enhance mental focus

Which body systems are targeted by shatkarma techniques?

Muscular and skeletal systems

Circulatory and lymphatic systems

Endocrine and nervous systems

Respiratory and digestive systems (correct)

What happens when there is an imbalance in the body systems targeted by shatkarma?

It can lead to diseases Signup and view all the answers

How many purification processes are recommended by yoga to maintain equilibrium in the body?

Six purification processes Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of practicing the shatkarmas?

To maintain balance between Vata, Pitta, and Kapha Signup and view all the answers

Which shatkarma technique focuses on blinkingless gazing?

Trataka Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of Nauli amongst the shatkriyas?

Abdominal massage Signup and view all the answers

Which body systems are directly impacted by the shatkarmas?

Respiratory and digestive systems Signup and view all the answers

Why is it recommended to practice shatkarmas under the supervision of an experienced teacher?

To ensure correct practice and avoid harm Signup and view all the answers

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Why are cleansing techniques referred to as shatkarma?

What is the purpose of shatkarma?

Which body systems are targeted by shatkarma techniques?

What happens when there is an imbalance in the body systems targeted by shatkarma?

How many purification processes are recommended by yoga to maintain equilibrium in the body?

What is the purpose of practicing the shatkarmas?

Which shatkarma technique focuses on blinkingless gazing?

What is the main function of Nauli amongst the shatkriyas?

Which body systems are directly impacted by the shatkarmas?

Why is it recommended to practice shatkarmas under the supervision of an experienced teacher?

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