Yoga and Hypopressives: Origin & Philosophy

Yoga, with its roots dating back to ancient India, is an integrative practice that unites physical postures, breathing exercises, meditation, and ethical precepts.

Its philosophy underlines the union of mind, body, and spirit, and the achievement of a state of internal peace.

The goal is not merely physical fitness, but a comprehensive sense of wellness and consciousness expansion.

There are several forms of yoga, like Hatha, Ashtanga, Kundalini, each with their unique emphasis and approach, though they all share the common thread of yoga’s fundamental philosophy.

Hypopressives, on the other hand, was developed in the 1980s by Belgian physiotherapist Marcel Caufriez. 

The technique was initially designed as a safe alternative to traditional abdominal exercises for women recovering post-childbirth. 

The philosophy behind hypopressives centers around creating a vacuum in the abdomen through specific postures and breathing techniques, leading to an involuntary contraction of the deep abdominal and pelvic floor muscles. 

It is more of a physical therapy approach, targeting specific muscular and postural improvement.