5 Points of Yoga

The harder the struggle, the more glorious the triumph. Self-realization demands very great struggle.
~Swami Sivananda

Welcome to the essence of holistic well-being through the Five Points of Yoga—a profound guide to health and harmony synthesized by Swami Vishnudevananda. Rooted in the teachings of Swami Sivananda, these principles encapsulate the wisdom of yoga, offering a comprehensive approach to enriching every facet of your life.

Proper exercise: yoga practitioner in a seated forward bend.

Proper Exercise
(Asana)

Proper breathing: teacher guiding alternate-nostril pranayama.

Proper Breathing
(Pranayama)

Proper relaxation: practitioner resting in Savasana outdoors.

Proper Relaxation
(Savasana)

Proper vegetarian diet: women preparing vegetables in a kitchen.

Proper Diet
(Vegetarian)

Positive thinking and meditation: close-up of a seated meditator’s hands.

Positive Thinking & Meditation
(Vedanta & Dhyana)