Part I: Motivation according to Yoga and Spiritual Lore
Part II: Efficacy of Three Different Integrated Yoga Modules on Grip Strength in School Children
By
Rabindra Mohan Acharya

ABSTRACT

PART-I            Literary Research
Motivation according to Yoga and Spiritual Lore
Ancient concept of motivation is that we should live in the present. We are not supposed to live in future. The entire wisdom concept is based on what we are going to do and achieve in future. The theory of motivation comes from ‘Bhagvat Gétä’, which says ‘karmanyevädhikäraste mä phaleñu kadäcana’. This is the basic theory of motivation in India. We intend exploring insights in ancient Indian wisdom on motivation in this report. A study on motivation involves: (a) Mainspring of behaviour; (b) Modification of behavior to realize desired goals. Ancient Indian wisdom as contained in our Çästra has laid down the basic goals of human existence. True motivation is self-sustaining, undisturbed by worldly up and downs. Deriving sustenance from within, the truly motivated person is not dependent upon external sources for support. An integration of the forces of knowledge and informed actions is a necessity today to ensure that in the longrun  term there is peace and prosperity.

PART-II - Experimental Research

Efficacy of three different Yoga Modules on Grip Strength in School children

Yoga has already been shown to improve physical stamina. The present study was conducted to compare the three different integrated yoga modules in increasing physical stamina. The study was on 280 school children, with age ranging from 13 to 17 years, who were randomly allocated to three groups. The groups were PSG (n=104), CRG (n=89) & IQG (n=87). All the groups were prescribed specific yoga modules for 10 days in a residential set up. Handgrip strength dynamometer was used to measure grip strength. This was done for both left hand and right hands. The assessments were made first day and last days. Data analyses were done using paired “t” test. Results showed significant improvement in  all groups PSG (right hand-12.04%,left hand-14.76%,p<0.001).,CRG (right hand-14.16%left hand 7.38% p<0.001),IQG ( right hand 4.43% ,left hand 5.32% p<0.05). Results showed   significant improvement has taken place in PSG verses CRG and PSG verses IQG on left hand, PSG verses IQG and C

Keywords: Motivation,spiritual lore,children.