Yoga
Yoga & Its Benefits
The root for the word Yoga comes from the Sanskrit word ‘Yuj’ which means the Union. Here it means the Union of the Mind, Body and Spirit, also the Union of Oneself with the Universal Self. This holistic science emphasises that this Union is necessary for a person seeking good health and well-being. Sage Patanjali is considered as the Father of Yoga. He formulated the Astanga Yoga – the Yoga with 8 paths which is widely practised today.
Yoga is particularly of importance in today’s life to prevent and cure diseases – the so-called psychosomatic diseases – the cause of which is mainly from the mind. In today’s life of Stress, Yoga thus acquires an imminent role. The parts of Yoga that are mainly used in therapeutics are the Asanas, Pranayamas, Meditation, Kriyas and Relaxation techniques.
- Helps maintain the suppleness and flexibility of the muscles and joints
- Has a deeper effect on the tendons, ligaments, blood vessels, lymphatics and the nerves
- Brings about a co-ordination of mind and body movements
- Helps create an appreciation of the finer movements
- Improves the sharpness of the senses
- Helps us be aware and improve our breathing
- Helps us have a positive attitude and lighter approach
- Helps regulate digestion, respiratory rate and heart rate
- Improves memory, concentration and intelligence through Pranayamas and Meditation
- Helps cleanse our nostrils, upper respiratory passages, eyes through Kriyas