Sivananda yoga is a type of yoga that is based on the teachings of Swami Sivananda. This style of yoga has its roots in Hatha yoga and a strong focus on the health and physical well-being of the yogi. It involves regular periods of relaxation and yogic breathing techniques, or pranayama. The goal of the Sivananda yoga system is to ensure that the body retains its vitality over the years, thereby lowering the risk of disease. The five basic principles covered by Sivananda yoga are: Exercise (asana) Breathing (pranayama) Relaxation (savasana) Vegetarian diet (sattvic diet) Positive thinking coupled with meditation (vedanta and dhyana).