Frequently Asked Questions...
Yoga can improve:
- Flexibility
- Strength and stamina
- Concentration and creativity
- Balance and reflexes
- Mental well-being
- Self-esteem and self-awareness
In addition, research has shown that yoga helps to manage certain health conditions, including:
- Anxiety/ Depression
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Back pain
- High blood pressure
- Obesity
- Chronic fatigue
- Diabetes
- Headaches
- Heart disease
- Multiple sclerosis
Will I Become Enlightened by Practicing Yoga?
The word yoga means “union of mind and body,” and has been known to foster a feeling of connection with the universal life force. Some will experience this, but if you do not you will still gain the benefits of physical exercise, healing and self-discovery.
What is Yoga?
Yoga is a highly developed health science that dates back approximately 7000 years. Originating in ancient India, it includes disciplines and exercises that involve breathing, tapping, postures, movements, meditation and relaxation techniques.
Who Can Do Yoga?
Anyone can practice yoga! Yoga includes a wide variety of exercises that can meet the needs of all ages and physical conditions. Yoga can be done standing, lying down, or even sitting in a chair. Depending on the technique involved, it can be gentle and relaxing or challenging and invigorating. No matter what technique is practiced, most people who begin a yoga regimen report that it has changed their life for the better.
What are the Benefits of Yoga?
All forms of yoga are designed to promote health by balancing the nervous system, massaging internal organs, releasing excess muscle tension, improving circulation of the blood and lymphatic systems, calming the mind, and leaving the body relaxed and energized.
