YOGA- WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT IT

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Few things you should know about yoga

Yoga is a group of physical, mental, and spiritualpractices or disciplines which originated in ancient India. There is a broad variety of Yoga schools, practices, and goals in Hinduism,Buddhism, and Jainism.Among the most well-known types of yoga are Hatha yoga and Rāja yoga. Yoga cultivates health and wellbeing (physical, emotional, mental and social) through the regular practice of a range of many different techniques, including postures and movement, breath awareness and breathing exercises, relaxation and concentration, self-inquiry and meditation.

 

HEALTH BENEFITS OF YOGA

 * Improves your flexibility

* Eases your pain

* Increases your self-esteem

* Makes you happier

* Gives you inner strength

* Keeps allergies and viruses at bay

* Supports your connective tissue

* Increases your blood flow

* Perfects your posture

* Helps you focus

* Gives you peace of mind

* Protects your spine

* Builds muscle strength

* Gives your lungs room to breath

* Drops your blood pressure

* Drains your lymphs and boosts immunity

* Prevents cartilage and joint breakdown

* Betters your bone health

* Ups your heart rate

* Regulates your adrenal gland

* Lowers blood sugar

* Gives your lungs room to breathe

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