Yoga is an ancient art based on an extremely subtle science, that of the body, mind and soul.
Many people are drawn to yoga initially seeking relief for a specific complaint and often as a means to relax and de-stress. The strain of modern life can lead to mental suffering, feelings of inadequacy, isolation and powerlessness which can manifest as physical pain and illness. It is not the situation that causes stress ie. traffic, relationships, kids or job, it is our perception of certain events and our reaction to them. When we learn to make the internal shift and live from a deeper and more peaceful place, we awaken to our true nature and the whole world opens up.
The primary aim of yoga is to restore the mind to simplicity and peace and gently rejuvenate the body.
Yoga as a practice, is a connection to the present moment which is constantly moving. The breath is the golden thread, integrating the mental and physical, bringing about a sense of inner and outer balance.
Yoga means union and as an experience, it is union with our higher self, the soul.
The practise of yoga, will in time if practised properly, enhance the connection between body, mind and soul. Peace and happiness is not a by-product of our external environment but must come from within. By stilling our own storms of experience we find peace and tranquility, loving relationships with others and all that we truly are.
Yoga is for everyone.
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Top 10 Benefits of Yoga
The dictionary defines yoga as a Hindu spiritual discipline, requiring breath control, meditation, and the adoption of bodily postures for health and relaxation.
But yoga is a lot more than that, it is a group of physical, mental, and spiritual practices that is aimed at stilling the mind and witnessing the consciousness. The western form, yoga is a posture-based physical fitness, aimed at relieving stress, and offering relaxation.
We’ve picked our top 10 benefits of yoga, but we know there are many more…
- Yoga improves your balance and flexibility.
Studies have found that the benefits of yoga are almost immediate, with participants showing 35% more flexibility after only 8 weeks of yoga.
2. Yoga offers relief from back pain.
Yoga is an affordable and non-invasive way to ease back pain.
3. Yoga may offer relief from arthritis.
By building muscle strength through yoga, yoga has proven to help ease the symptoms of arthritis.
4. Yoga is good for the heart.
Practising yoga may lower your blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and heart rate.
5. Yoga helps you sleep better.
Research has shown that practising yoga is an effective treatment for improved sleep and insomnia.
6. Yoga brightens your mood.
Yoga is fun, and often in a group setting. This makes you feel better, have a laugh, and strike up some poses that are positive and fun.
7. Yoga relieves stress.
Yoga is all about relaxing, and letting go, taking you far away from your worries, and leaving you stress free.
8. Yoga is social.
Sure, you can do yoga on your own, but the best yoga sessions are with friends (old, or new).
9. Yoga is about your mental and physical wellbeing.
Yoga strengthens the brain, improving your memory, awareness, thought, and speech. You don’t only feel better, you are better.
10. Yoga helps you to relax.
Yoga gives you peace of mind, body, and soul.
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