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The Common Yoga Protocol (CYP)

The Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) is a standardized set of yoga practices established to make Yoga accessible and to promote its widespread adoption, especially during events like the International Day of Yoga (IDY). 

Here's a general overview of the CYP:

Purpose

• To provide a simple, cost-effective way to promote health and wellbeing through yoga practice.
• To encourage mass participation in yoga, reinforcing its role in fostering a healthier global community. 

Structure

• The CYP generally involves a structured 45-minute routine, often followed by additional activities, such as lectures or prayers.
• It encompasses a sequence of practices designed to provide a well-rounded introduction to yoga and its benefits. 

Key elements often included

• Prayer/Invocation: To create a positive and relaxed atmosphere at the beginning of the practice.
• Loosening Practices (Cālana Kriyas/Yogic Suksma Vyāyāmas): Gentle movements to prepare the body and increase microcirculation, often performed standing or sitting.
• Yogāsanas (Yoga Postures): A series of poses practiced with awareness of body and breath, including standing, sitting, prone, and supine positions.
• Prānāyāma (Breathing Practices): Developing awareness and control of breath, including regulated inhalation and exhalation.
• Dhyāna (Meditation): Focussed attention and contemplation to promote relaxation and inner peace.
• Ending with Meditation/Deep Silence/Śhānti Paṭha: To integrate the benefits of the practice and promote a sense of calm. 

Important guidelines

• Practice in a calm and quiet environment with a relaxed body and mind.
• Practice on an empty or light stomach.
• Wear light and comfortable cotton clothing.
• Avoid practicing in conditions of exhaustion, illness, or acute stress.
• Consult a physician or Yoga therapist if you have chronic diseases, pain, or cardiac problems before starting.
• Pregnant women and those menstruating should consult experts before performing Yogic practices.
• Practice slowly, mindfully, and within your capacity.
• Breathe through your nostrils unless otherwise instructed.
• Do not hold your breath unless specifically instructed.
• Maintain a vegetarian diet as recommended.
• Wait 20-30 minutes after practice before bathing or eating. 

Benefits of the CYP

• Improved physical fitness and musculoskeletal functioning.
• Enhanced cardiovascular health.
• Helpful in managing various lifestyle-related disorders, including diabetes, respiratory disorders, and hypertension.
• Reduces depression, fatigue, anxiety, and stress.
• Regulates menstrual and menopausal symptoms.
• Fosters mind-body coordination, emotional equanimity, and intellectual clarity. 

In essence, the Common Yoga Protocol provides a framework for regular Yoga practice that can lead to a healthier and more fulfilling life