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Yoga routine is a set of yoga asanas and varieties of pranayama done in a preset sequence with appropriate resting intervals between the asanas.

Yoga routines are often designed to target some specific goal i.e. relaxation, flexibility improvement, rehabilitation, recovery of motor functions, weight loss, pain alleviation. Depending on the goal of the routine, it can be more vigorous or calm, involve more strength training or resting asanas. There are routines compiled of asanas that naturally follow each other. These are the most widely used sequences that have their roots in the ancient yoga teachings.

The main idea that stands behind the creation of yoga routine is helping the body, mind and spirit of the yogi to gradually transition from their other daily routines into the active part of their yoga session and back into their everyday life. The beginning of the routine is usually a sequence of asanas that help to release the muscle tension prepare the body and mind of the person for more complicated exercises. The main part of the routine comprises poses that help to deal with a specific problem. And the final part is also typically made of poses for relaxation and meditation.

Some types of yoga, like Iyengar yoga, pay great attention to the sequence of poses and the time each asana is held. This is mainly important because of the effects that certain yoga routines must have on the body and mind of the yogi. There are multiple yoga routines that serve different purposes, i.e. aimed at healing specific ailments, building muscle mass, relieving stress and anxiety, etc.

Yoga workout design is usually subject to the following basic factors:


 * Age
 * Goal
 * Level of fitness

Types of yoga routines
Yoga routine can be flowing and vigorous, more subtle and still or a combination of different styles. There are various types of yoga routines. Often, routines are just named according to the type of yoga: Hatha, Iyengar, Bikram, Kundalini, etc. There are also classifications of yoga routines based on their main purpose, e.g.morning and evening routines, beginners', intermediate and advanced routines; relaxation, invigorating, fat-burning and muscle-building routines. There are yoga routines designed for targeting specific parts of the body and ailments associated with them: back pain yoga routine, yoga routine for eyes, yoga routine for hernia, etc - routine

Yoga routines come in two types: static and flowing. A static pose is one in which there is a starting point, then the bend is made and held for a period, and a return to the starting point. A flowing routine moves from pose to pose in a predetermined manner. (Printable yoga routines/Tom)

Surya Namaskara or sun salutation is one of the most famous yoga sequences

Breathing
Proper breathing is an essential part of the routine. Professional yoga instructors design their workouts so that every move will be accompanied by an appropriate breathing technique.