Yoga is a therapy that aims to unite the mind, soul and body. Most yoga styles are derived from hatha yoga, a type of yoga that focuses on the body and breath and aims to develop control the body through poses (or asanas). Hatha represents the two sides of life – the yin and the yang, the dark and the light – and aims to bring these two sides into harmony and balance. All styles of yoga balance the body, mind and spirit but how they do so may differ. Some styles focus on the poses, while others may focus on breathwork, alignment or the flow of movement. Breathing is very important in yoga as the breath signifies your vital energy. In yoga, being able to control your breath can help you to control your body and your mind. No matter which style of yoga you choose there are many classes available and the health benefits are many.

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Benefits of Yoga:

 

The benefits of yoga are far ranging and plentiful.

Following is just some of the things that yoga can help you with:

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• increased flexibility

• increased strength and vitality

• strengthening of the immune system

• improving of circulatory system

• stimulating of endocrine system

• stretching and toning of muscles

• weight loss

• balance

• management of chronic health conditions such as asthma, carpal tunnel syndrome, depression, back pain, osteoarthritis and osteoporosis

• improved concentration and focus

• reduction of stress and anxiety

• encourages the connection of our physical, mental and spiritual selves

 

The great thing about yoga is that anyone can practice it, as there is a style to suit everybody.