Lady Niguma Teacher Training Level 1
—Exam—
Anatomy
Class 1: Earth
**1. How many bones are in an ordinary human body? Please list as many as you can from head to toe**.
**2. Approximately how many muscles are there in the human body? List as many as you can from head to toe.**
**3. List as many divisions of the nervous system as you can and relate their function.**
**4. What muscles are involved in the process of respiration and what is it for primarily?**
**5. Name the six divisions of Sanskrit literature and briefly describe each. Make sure to include the six schools, as well as the founder for each.**
**6. Who is the traditional founder of the Sankhya school? When did he live? What was the name of his text?**
**7. Explain the first verse of this text.**
**8. Name the five paths of yoga.**
**9. Define *niyama*.**
**10. Name and briefly describe the second niyama.**
**11. What is the purpose of the 3rd niyama, tapas, and how does it purify the body and mind?**
**12. What are the different practices included in Svadyaya, and how do they contribute to personal growth?**
**13. Name and briefly describe the fifth niyama.**
**14. What does Ishvara Pranidhana mean, and how does it relate to achieving Samadhi?**
**15. What is sequencing? What is correct sequencing?**
**16. What is a theme? What is the goal of a theme?**
**17. What is cueing? What is effective cueing?**
**18. Describe the essential components of a YSI meditation session.**
**19. How can meditation enhance concentration and focus during asana practice?**
**20. What is all-day mindfulness and how can it be practiced?**
**21. How can ethical principles become a superpower in sales? Provide an example.**
**22. What is the primary purpose of the Storybrand framework, and how can it help you as a yoga teacher?**
**23. Describe the 3 Horizons Framework in your own words. How can it help you in aligning your daily practices with your long-term goals?**
**24. Why is it important to understand contraindications when teaching yoga, and how can this knowledge benefit your students?**
**25. How can you assess the needs of your students before starting a yoga class, and why is this important?**