Amongst the most commonly asked questions about yoga is what yoga is? Yoga is a combination of physical postures (Asana), Breathing techniques (Pranayama), and meditative practices that help achieve an overall physically, mentally, and spiritually healthy life.
People who raise questions on yoga often ask about its benefits. There are numerous benefits of yoga. Physically yoga improves strength, balance, and flexibility. It helps cure many ailments such as back pain and shoulder pain and is good for heart health.
Mentally yoga relaxes the mind and helps in stress management which implies more energy and a brighter mood.
Wear comfortable clothes which are stretchable and do not restrict your movement. Optionally you can bring a yoga mat although we provide mats at the studio.
If you have a rigid body, it is perfect to start practicing yoga. The very point of yoga is to gain flexibility and strength. Your body will become flexible with regular yoga practice.
Yoga is not a religion. It’s a philosophy that began in India about 5000 years ago. One of the most popular yoga texts is Yoga Sutra, written by Patanjali millennia ago. These writings provide a framework for spiritual growth and control over the physical and mental body.
Yoga can help ease menstrual cramps and irregular menstrual cycles. During your cycle you should avoid any inversions (head stands and shoulder stands) and your teacher will suggest other postures for you.
