By Sheryl Walters
Yoga is everywhere. If you are one of the few that hasn't subjected your body to the variety of positions on offer at a yoga class, then you probably have friends who have tried it out, or at least heard about the many celebrities that are incorporating yoga into their lifestyle. Sophie Anderton, Madonna, Geri Halliwell, Sadie Frost, and Sting are just some of the stars that are part of the global yoga craze.
So Why is Everyone Doing Yoga?
People have been proclaiming the many benefits of yoga for centuries. Some of the praises for this ancient discipline include greater flexibility and strength, improved energy levels and sleep, and a calmer more contented mind. People love it because it is not only a powerful way to get into shape physically; it is also a fantastic way to feel more emotionally harmonious. It offers a holistic approach to cope with the challenges of daily life.
Yoga originated in India 5,000 years ago as a spiritual practice used to quiet the mind and deepen one's moment to moment experience. The Sanskrit word Yoga is translated as 'union' between mind, body and spirit. When this happens, a state of inner peace is found. This inner peace has been said to be every human being's true Nature.
People are drawn to yoga these days for many reasons. Some people simply hope for increased health and fitness, or may be seeking relief for a specific physical condition.
Others are seeking a way to manage stress. Yoga can also complement medical science and therapy for specific conditions such as depression and anxiety. Yoga has also become known as a good way to prepare for child birth. It helps less able-bodied people to get into shape.
Some classes are low impact and gentle while others are incredibly demanding. Some are geared for those especially interested in spirituality, and there are those that are perfect for hardcore fitness lovers. Whatever the objective, there are many different styles to meet the needs of everyone. The main thing is to practice it regularly so that the subtle changes and benefits can be experienced.
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