Sunday, October 17, 2010

YOGA: Producing Your Body's Natural Medicine

Yoga is a passive and yet effective form of exercise.  It is low impact and offers a high return for your time spent.  It can be practiced most anywhere.  Learning simple exercises and proper form have proven to contribute greatly to improved flexibility, strength, posture, breathing, concentration, mood, heart benefits, other health ailments and medical conditions, reducing stress, developing a calm.  According to WebMD http://www.webmd.com/balance/the-health-benefits-of-yoga?page=3  yoga has been practiced for more than 5,000 years.  More than 11 million Americans practice yoga and enjoy the benefits of the discipline.   There are many forms of yoga  that offer a variety of benefits depending on the type chosen.  Flexibility, strength, balance and endurance are both a physical and psychological benefits of practicing yoga.   This simple practice improves posture, oxygen flow, and a more positive attitude.  Yoga changes body chemistry for a healthier you and advances the body’s ability to effectively handle physical and emotional stressors.  It gives the body what it needs to work properly and improve one’s lifestyle.  

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