Introduction The history behind yoga is rooted in its physical and also the emotional importance it has on the people who happen to practice it. Just like any other form of exercises, pursuing yoga also comes with a lot of advantages accrued to it. The following are some of the benefits one can derive as a result of pursuing yoga
Relieves depression and anxiety The practice of yoga is very beneficial in relieving depression in people. Through acquiring skills like breathing and relaxing, it ensures that there is comfort of the body for normal body functions (Woodyard, 2011). It will be important to also note that the art of yoga ensures that one focuses on acquiring these skills which are very vital in the relief of anxiety and depression. It is also with no doubt that one can only get focused in doing something in condition that the body is comfortable and free from depression and anxiety and therefore yoga becomes a beneficial practice.
Maintaining weight Yoga comes with intense practice which greatly poses an impact in the body’s balance and maintenance of weight. In this way one can be able to handle strenuous activities that otherwise could make one be overwhelmed when carrying the out (Woodyard, 2011). Also important to note is that the art also tends to bring people together in practice and thus individuals can form supportive groups which would otherwise sensitize on using the art to maintain weight. Those who at any time may feel intimidated due to their weight are sometimes asked to start yoga sessions to help them in their conditions
A healthy heart The art of yoga can also act as a management strategy for stress which is one of the major causes of heart disorder. Through constant breathing that is brought about by the art ensures normal blood supply to the rest of the body organs (Woodyard, 2011). The art also comes with meditation and fine