At the core of yoga is fitness. Without a strong, flexible, fit
body there is no way to pursue the higher goals. The short answer
is that yoga makes you feel better. Practicing the postures, breathing
exercises and meditation makes you healthier in body, mind and spirit.
For starters, yoga is good for what ails you. Specifically, research
shows that yoga helps manage or control anxiety, arthritis, asthma,
back pain, blood pressure, carpal tunnel syndrome, chronic fatigue,
depression, diabetes, epilepsy, headaches, heart disease, multiple
sclerosis, stress and other conditions and diseases. What's more,
yoga?
· Improves muscle
tone, flexibility, strength and stamina
· Reduces stress and
tension
· Boosts self esteem
· Improves concentration
and creativity
· Lowers fat
· Improves circulation
· Stimulates the immune
system
· Creates sense of
well-being and calm.
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