Satya Yoga

Another popular modern type of yoga is Jivamukti. Developed by David Life and Sharon Gannon in 1984, this yoga style is inspired by the teachings of Ashtanga yoga and it aims to apply the basic yogic philosophies in everyday life.

Jivamukti yoga requires intense physical training and its classes include not just the active movements but also yoga study, chants, meditation, breathing and music. You will be using a yoga mat in your sessions, as majority of your time spent on Jivamukti involves various body movements. This type of yoga practice can be definitely difficult and exhausting because of its various physical routines, but it can be easy to enjoy because of the music and chants accompanied by the lectures in each class. Because of its popularity in the United States, a lot of celebrities have been involved with Jivamukti yoga among them include Sting, Christy Turlington and Gwyneth Paltrow.

If you are aiming for a slimmer, well toned and more flexible body while at the same time a better appreciation of the yogic logic and philosophy, then Jivamukti yoga is the right choice for you.