The definition yoga is “yoke” or “union.” Through the ancient practice of yoga, one may come into deeper touch with their spirituality by uniting the mind, body and spirit.

A traditional yoga practice involves physical postures or asanas and breathing techniques or pranayama. Through asana and pranayama, the practice of meditation can exist.

Some of the great benefits of yoga are:

• Increased energy level
• Correct alignment
• Relief of muscle tightness or strains
• Extended flexibility
• Restoration of balance, poise, and posture
• Improvement and stimulation of circulation, digestion, nervous and endocrine systems
• Core strength
• Ability to relax and meditate
• More defined muscle tone
• Heightened concentration and focus

Stress related symptoms too can be improved
too, such as:

• Poor sleeping habits
• Fatigue
• Muscle spasms
• Anxiety
• Indigestion