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Differences between Yogic Flying and simulated hopping
s part of a television report on Yogic Flying, the producer had gymnasts watch a video clip of Yogic Flying and then asked the gymnasts to simulate the same thing. They became fatigued within moments. In fact, scientific research has identified three key differences between Yogic Flying and simulated hopping:
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Simulated hopping without practicing Yogic Flying
Hopping as a result of Yogic Flying
1. One quickly becomes fatigued, as trained athletes who have attempted this have discovered.
1. Yogic Flyers can continue hopping for long periods, feeling more exhilarated and energized than when they started.
2. One’s brain will not display the unique coherent activity that characterizes Yogic Flying.
2. Yogic Flyers display a remark ably high level of coherent brain functioning, with maximum coherence at the point of liftoff — indicating that the brain is using more of its full potential.
3. The alpha activity in one’s brain, present only during periods of restful alertness, will become suppressed, indicating that one is exerting effort.
3. Alpha power is significantly higher during Yogic Flying, across all brain areas, indicating that restful alertness is being maintained even during activity of mind and body — a sign of development of consciousness.31