Yoga is a holistic science and art of healthy living that aims at the union of body, mind, and soul.yoga is a system of physical postures (āsanas), breathing techniques (prāṇāyāma), meditation, and ethical disciplines that promote physical health, mental well-being, and spiritual harmony.
The word Yoga is derived from the Sanskrit root “Yuj”, which means to join, unite, or yoke.
Physical Health Benefits of Yoga
Yoga improves flexibility, muscle strength, posture, and balance. It enhances cardiovascular and respiratory function, aids digestion and metabolism, and helps in managing obesity, diabetes, and hypertension. Regular practice also reduces body pain, increases immunity, and promotes overall physical fitness.
Asanas:
- Tadasana (Mountain Pose): Improves posture, balance, and body alignment
- Trikonasana (Triangle Pose): Strengthens legs, hips, and spine
- Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose): Strengthens back muscles and spine
- Paschimottanasana: Improves flexibility of spine and hamstrings
- Surya Namaskar: Complete body workout; improves stamina and circulation
mental health/calmness
Yoga improves mental calmness, emotional balance, concentration, and sleep quality. It reduces stress, anxiety, anger, and depression by relaxing the nervous system and promoting inner peace.
Asanas:
- Padmasana – Improves concentration and mental stability
- Sukhasana – Calms the mind and reduces anxiety
- Shavasana – Relieves stress, fatigue, and mental tension
- Balasana – Reduces anxiety and promotes relaxation
- Vajrasana – Improves focus and emotional control
Yoga is an effective non-pharmacological, supportive therapy for modern lifestyle diseases. It improves physical health, mental peace, and quality of life with minimal side effects.
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