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Are you new to yoga?

What is yoga?

There are many layers to yoga.

In its most obvious definition, yoga is a practice that combines physical postures, breathing exercises, and meditation to improve health and well-being.

However, beyond its physical aspect, yoga was born in India as a spiritual discipline based on an extremely subtle science which focuses on bringing harmony between mind and body. It is an art and science of healthy living.

The word ‘Yoga’ is derived from the Sanskrit root ‘Yuj’, meaning ‘to join’ or ‘to yoke’ or ‘to unite’. In yogic texts, the practice of Yoga leads to the union of individual consciousness with that of the Universal Consciousness, indicating a perfect harmony between the mind and body, human being & nature.

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What are the benefits of yoga?

Physical benefits

  • Improved flexibility and balance

  • Increased strength and muscle tone

  • Better posture and body awareness

  • Enhanced breathing capacity

  • Improved joint health and mobility

  • Potential pain reduction, especially for lower back issues

  • Better sleep quality

Mental & Emotional benefits

  • Reduced stress and anxiety

  • Improved concentration and focus

  • Enhanced mindfulness

  • Better emotional regulation

  • Increased relaxation response

  • Potential help with depression symptoms

  • Greater mind-body connection

Why start practicing yoga?

There are many reasons why you may choose to practice yoga. The beauty of yoga is that you can start for one reason and discover many more benefits along the way.

Yoga is a low-impact exercise.

  • It is gentle on joints but still strengthening.

  • It is adaptable to any fitness level.

  • It can be practiced at any age.​

Yoga offers a very flexible practice.

  • There is no rigid practice in yoga: it can be done wherever you wish and at whatever pace you prefer.

  • Moreover, yoga offers so many different styles that you can be sure to find one that fits you.

Yoga has practical daily benefits.

A regular yoga practice helps with:

  • Better posture for desk work,

  • Improved sleep quality,

  • More energy throughout the day,

  • Relief from back pain and stiffness,

  • Enhanced focus and concentration.

Yoga helps manage stress.

  • A yoga class creates a mental break from daily pressures.

  • Yoga breathing techniques are an excellent tool for relaxing.

  • It also helps process emotions by slowing down.

Each yoga class is a precious moment of self-care time.

When in the studio, on the mat, you experience a moment in your week where you can be with yourself without disturbance and have the mental space to build your mind-body connection.

Yoga is also good for long-term health.

  • It helps maintain joint mobility as you age.

  • It also support bone health.

  • It improves balance and stability.

  • Yoga helps prevent injuries.

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