Role of Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality in Yoga Asana Learning and Practice

Abstract

Yoga asana is a physical activity to keep the body and mind healthy. Yoga brings out the complete energy embodied in a human being, as yoga is performed in coordination with the movement of the body and the movement of the mind. In fast-moving human life, the common man does not have the time to practice yoga and it is not possible to keep with yoga asana trainer during learning and practice at all times. To perform yoga learners need a good environment but it is not possible in today's machine life. To rectify the above-mentioned problems we proposed a novel method to learn a yoga asana with AR and VR technology. By using AR and VR, we can able bring the natural environment with sound effects. Learners can practice everything from simple yoga to very difficult yoga with AR and VR easily. AR and VR with HMD allow the learner to practice until effective learning is achieved.