Global Ecovillage Network/Solution Library/Benefits of yoga

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How people under a lot of stress or bodily pains can benefit from doing Yoga.

First of all Yoga is a great practise because it can be done at all ages, no matter how young or old you are there is some sort of Yoga out there that is suitable for you.

Now to the benefits of Yoga:

• Many Yoga poses help the muscles around your spine which not only improves your posture but can also relieve pains in places such as neck, shoulder and back.
• It can also help the digestive system if coupled with a healthy diet.
• It teaches discipline in body and mind as breathing, posing, moving and increasing are all controlled at the same time.
• Yoga can reduce your stress and even enhance your mood and overall sense of well-being.
• It improves balance, flexibility and strength which means you're less likely to injure yourself.
• It can also reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart attacks and high blood pressure.
• Yoga can also help alleviate from problems such as depression, pain, anxiety and insomnia.

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