Maria Duval being a spiritual teacher highly endorses Yoga. There are immense benefits one can gain from constant practice of this ancient Indian spiritual exercise. One of the most common reasons why people begin practicing yoga is to improve their health and well-being, both physically and mentally.
Why is yoga spiritual?
This is because yoga a union of the mind, body and breath, so all aspects of your life are impacted by your practice.
If you are a sports person or someone in professional sports, I believe you might have reap the benefits of incorporating yoga as part of your training routine. Yes, you will find your flexibility getting better, as the stretching in yoga helps to lengthen and stretch muscles which in turn helps reduce the risk of injuries.
Yoga also improves your poses and balance and by having a greater sense of balance, you are able to move more easily and safely.
Want a nice looking toned body? Again, yoga is able to help because it tones your muscles. It helps strengthen and also builds endurance and stamina.
Yoga also helps you to experience higher level of energy because it relaxes the body tensions which burden most busy people.
Yoga helps promote a sense of relaxation. – Most people breathe high in their chests. This not only does not allow them to get sufficient oxygen, it also triggers the stress response, which contributes to feelings of anxiety. Breathing deeply as practiced in yoga, helps relax your muscles and also brings much needed oxygen to your cells. The deep sense of relaxation also leads to better quality sleep.
Each yoga practice ends with some type of relaxation. Since your body and mind are one, by relaxing your body you also relax your mind. Many yoga experts believe that a relaxation pose is the most beneficial pose in any yoga practice.
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