Yoga is a system of spiritual, mental and physical training that is suitable for people for all ages. It calms the mind, attuning us to the environment and concentration and mental ability are enhanced thus reducing stress and anxiety. Yoga helps fell people more relaxed and calmer as well as making them mentally alert and energetic. Although yoga is a self-form of self help therapy, and you can get the maximum benefit under the guidance of well-experienced teacher. You can find yoga classes in cities and towns all over the world. Very little is need in terms of equipments and the greatest advantage is that you can attain best of the advantage even if the sessions are for small period of time. It is however beneficial if you can manage session of 30 minutes or an hour. It is recommended that session should take place in morning or evening. Do not take a bath before or after practice, have a break of at least 30 minutes.
The word yoga is derived from the Sanskrit for union, and all form of yoga have as their aim the realization of oneness with the universe. Yoga originated in India more than 5000 years ago and played an integral part in the growth of Hinduism, Buddhism and Indian civilization as a whole. Yoga was first introduced to the west in the 19th century when translation of Hindu text began to appear. However it is not until 20th century that yoga began to attract attention among people searching for alternative health.
Yoga purpose is to strengthen the body and make it more flexible as well as awake the spirit. - In effect to provide mental and spirituals system of health. Yoga improves posture, increase the intake of oxygen and enhance the functioning of the respiratory, digestive, endocrine, reproductive and elimination system. It does it through physical poses (asanas) breathing techniques and meditation practice. Yoga has lot of advantages over exercise and other form of sport, fitness technique, as exercise is hard work yoga is gentle because your mind and heart are involved. People off all ages can do yoga, and asanas can be adapted for people with disabilities or special need. Almost every one can do yoga including the elderly, children, pregnant women and those with chronic health problems. However people need to select asana depending upon there ability to perform.
An important aspect of yoga is beliefs in Prana(life force)which is the universal energy that gives structure and form to mater, life and spirit.
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