Yoga
Yoga and How it
Benefits Your Health and Well-Being
Yoga is a mind and body practice. It is based on a 5,000-year history in ancient Indian philosophy, with styles and variations that combine physical postures, breathing techniques, and meditation, and relaxation to improve control of the mind and body, as well as enhance well-being.
Today's yoga has four main focal points:
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exercise
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strength
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flexibility
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breathing
Combined, these focal points all boost physical and mental well-being.
Dr. Jane Brotski teaches many styles of yoga classes locally for women and men, including specialty classes designed for women who are pregnant or who just recently gave birth. Participants in her classes benefit physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
According to Yoga Journal, here are 38 benefits of Yoga:
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Improves your flexibility
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Builds muscle strength
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Prevents cartilage and joint breakdown
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Perfects your posture
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Protects your spine
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Betters your bone health
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Increases your blood flow
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Drains your lymph nodes and boosts immunity
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Ups your heart rate
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Drops your blood pressure
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Regulates your adrenal glands
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Makes you happier
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Promotes a healthy lifestyle
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Lowers blood sugar
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Helps you focus
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Relaxes your system
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Improves your balance
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Maintains your nervous system
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Releases tension in your limbs
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Helps you sleep deeper
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Boosts your immune system functionality
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Gives your lungs room to breathe
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Prevents IBS and other digestive problems
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Gives you peace of mind
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Increases your self-esteem
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Eases your pain
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Gives you inner strength
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Helps you feel empowered
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Helps keep you drug free
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Builds awareness for transformation
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Benefits your relationships
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Uses sounds to soothe your sinuses
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Guides your body's healing in your mind's eye
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Keeps allergies and viruses at bay
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Helps you serve others
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Encourages self care
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Supports your connective tissue
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Gives you much needed "me time"
