Practicing yoga can not only benefit you physically, but also emotionally and spiritually. Yoga is a combination of breathing patterns, meditation, and different postures. Practicing has various benefits for your mind, body, and soul. Listed below are are eleven facts about yoga:

1. There are 84 classic Yoga Asana’s.

2. Yoga breathing is called ‘Pranayama’.

3. Yoga reduces stress. A few minutes of practicing relaxes your body by releasing tension that accumulates in your muscles as well as your mind pacifying your overworked brain.

4. Yoga improves your immune system and decreases inflammation in the body according to a study published by Journal of Behavioral Medicine.

5. Yoga improves cardiovascular health, reducing the risk of heart disease according to the ‘European Society of Cardiology’ It can lower blood pressure, treat diabetes, and aid with reducing asthma attacks.

6. Yoga improves your mood, leading to a more positive outlook on life. This reduces anger and hostility.

7. Research suggested that yoga improves social and occupational functioning in schizophrenic patients.

8. Yoga is a mainstream fitness activity, as 1 in 5 American adults participate.

9. Yoga is not a religious exercise, though for some people, it can be a spiritual experience. However, it is practiced with Hinduism.

10. Yoga helps you sleep better, especially if you suffer from insomnia.

11. Yoga improves your physical strength, flexibility, and posture. Not to mention, yoga IS easy to practice.

What are you waiting for? Start practicing yoga today!

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