What is Yoga?

Yoga is a series of breathing exercises that are designed to help you relax and become more aware of your physical and psychological states.

What is the origin of Yoga?

Yoga originated in India . – Yoga is seen as a means to enlightenment and is an important part of many religions such as Hinduism and Buddhism. Yoga was seen by the yogis as a way to help reach true happiness and enlightenment by communicating with Brahman or Atman (the transcendent Self) through yoga.

What are the benefits of Yoga?

• Increased fitness;
• Improved breathing;
• Improved muscle tone;
• Relived or reduced stress;
• Improved flexibility;
• Great for weight loss;
• Improved circulation;
• Increased energy;
• Feeling calmer.

Other Benefits of Yoga on a More Spiritual Level

• Feeling of connection to a higher power;
• Feeling a sense of purpose;
• A better ability to deal with life situations.

Different types of Yoga

There are many types of yoga and they all share the main goal of Yoga - enlightenment and happiness.

The four most common Yoga techniques used include:

• Yoga relaxation techniques;
• Yoga mediation techniques;
• Yoga postures – asana;
• Yoga breathing techniques – pranayma.

There are other different types of yoga including:

• Bhakti yoga;
• Jnana yoga;
• Mantra yoga;
• Kriya yoga.

Yoga Therapy for Healing

Yoga therapy uses a broad range of techniques and processes, including techniques to purify the body-mind, to increase prana and vitality, and meditation techniques to engage the power of the mind and consciousness in healing.

Yoga is for Everyone

Yoga is a wonderful way of helping your body relax and you do not need to follow different religions to enjoy the benefits of Yoga. Yoga exercises can be followed by most people, including overweight people, asthmatics and people recovering from injuries.