The benefits of yoga
Physical and mental benefits of yoga
There are many benefits to the ancient practice of yoga both physical and mental, from better posture to greater self acceptance. Here are the main physical and mental benefits of yoga...
Physical benefits of yoga
- Improved posture
- Better sleep
- Increased natural energy level and vitality
- Greater flexibility, strength and stamina
- Better balance
- Stronger immune system
- Pulse and respiratory rate decreases
- Blood pressure decreases
- Cardiovascular efficiency increases
- Respiratory efficiency increases
- Cholesterol decreases
- Cleansing and regulating of all the body’s systems
Mental benefits of yoga
- Calm and clarity
- Greater confidence and generally more positive mood
- Sense of inner well-being and 'centredness’
- Increased awareness of body and movement
- Counters depression and anxiety
- Ability to concentrate improves
- More self-acceptance
- Increased social skills
Comments (2)
megafocused 'Hi all, can anyone tell me which is the best style of Yoga to do when suffering with Anxiety ?? '
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Aragorn 'Hatha Yoga is the best style to participate in, I speak from experience, also practice the breathing and meditation daily.'
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