What is Yoga

 


    The word “Yoga” means “union” in ancient Sanskrit. Specifically, this is the union of the person who is performing the practice with the universe’s higher powers. Yoga is one of the oldest forms of exercise. Originating in India more than 5,000 years ago, Yoga has been changed over the years and is now a common activity in many gyms and fitness centers across the world.

Yoga is mental, physical and spiritual practice with the goal to attain tranquility in both mind and spirit. It is open to interpretation. People will do yoga for a range of reasons. It is often used to improve flexibility, whether that is by someone who is extremely active, or someone recovering from injury who needs physiotherapy. Others will practice it for its holistic benefits.

There are many types of yoga poses as well. There are relaxing poses (such as forward bends and supported back) and activating poses (such as arm balances and sun salutations.) In yoga, the activating poses are often practiced at the start, in order to stimulate the sympathetic nervous system (fight or flight response.) They alternate with the relaxing poses, which activate the parasympathetic nervous system; this allowsthe person to go back to a calmer place.



Yoga is known to have eight limbs;

These are;

Ø   Yama

Ø  Niyama

Ø  Asana

Ø  Pranayama

Ø  Pratyahara

Ø  Dharana

Ø  Dhyana

Ø  Samadhi – spiritual absorption

 

However, there is much more to yoga than this. Yoga is actually a lifestyle; it is a holistic approach that focuses on the health of the mind, body, and spirit.

 

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