Yoga
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Yoga is considered the oldest physical discipline in the world. Although the exact origins are not known, it is thought to have been around for over five thousand years. It is also believed that the original purpose of the breathing exercises and postures was to help bring stability and relaxation to those practitioners to prepare for meditation as they would be sitting for long periods of time.
Yoga comes from the Sanskrit language and means to merge, join or unite. This form of exercise connects the body and the breath through exercise. While holding the body in a pose (asanas) and controlling the breath, harmony is restored to the body, mind and emotions. Yoga can bring balance to every area of your life.
There are many different types of Yoga, but Hatha Yoga is the most popular in the western world. Hatha comes from the word Ha which means sun and Tha which means moon. Yoga is the union between the body and mind which leads to strength, vitality and peach of mind.
Hatha yoga aims at the balance between different energy flows with the body while controlling movement and conscious breathing. The movements tend to be slow and controlled which results in an invigorating workout.
Yoga also helps to ease tense muscles as well as toning the internal organs and improving flexibility in the body. The aim is to improve strength and suppleness as each posture is performed slowly. Hatha yoga is good in helping to release endorphins in the brain and when done along with breathing techniques can help to stimulate circulation and digestion.
The great thing about yoga is that it can be practiced by everyone, regardless of age or physical condition. Yoga is a practice which means you are always working on improving your poses and breathing techniques. The more yoga is practised the more strength and flexibility one will find in the body. It is also a great stress reliever and is a great exercise for graceful ageing.
If you have any concerns please check with your doctor before staring your yoga practise especially if you suffer from high blood pressure, heart disease, arthritis or any back or neck injury or have had recent surgery.
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