Get in TouchWith a Healthier You YOGA MAKES A DIFFERENCE
As cooler temperatures set in, people will be spending more time indoors, which can make getting consistent physical activity a little more challenging. This is where yoga comes in. It’s easy to do right in your own home — and it’s good for you. No matter your age or athletic ability, you can benefit from yoga.
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Yoga incorporates elements of meditation as well as physical exercise and stretches, which means the practice can benefit your body, mind, and spirit. There are many
styles of this ancient practice, including more rigorous forms that emphasize physical strength and other, more gentle forms, that focus more on stretching and breathing. Yoga is all about getting in touch with your body. Some styles focus on breathing and can help you attune your senses to your body and mind. One Harvard Medical School study found that people who practiced yoga “were more aware of their bodies” than those who didn’t. When you’re aware, you’re in tune, and you feel better. Regular practitioners also benefit from improved flexibility and balance, which become more important as we age and when we deal with injuries. You can help keep joints strong and reduce aches, pains, and inflammation. Yoga also helps relax the mind through breathing exercises that can reduce anxiety and stress. A calmer state of mind reduces blood pressure and allows you to get a more restful night’s sleep, which can help you wake up feeling great and ready to take on the day. Gentle yoga is a great place for beginners and older adults to begin their practice. This kind of yoga can benefit anyone who has never practiced before or those who want to ease into it. It’s also great for anyone recovering from surgery or injury. In short, it’s simple enough that anyone can pick it up easily, but still comes with many benefits, both physical and mental. With all these potential benefits, yoga is certainly worth looking into! You can find many instructional videos online simply by searching “yoga” or “gentle yoga” on YouTube. Or, if you want more comprehensive instruction, signing up for yoga classes is another great option. Bear in mind that many local classes are being held online given current restrictions related to COVID-19.
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