The health benefits of yoga asana and exercise

Abstract

Yoga is a Sanskrit word meaning to meet or to be united. Yoga originates from Indian culture. People have been practicing yoga for 5000 years ago. Yoga does not only keep physical fitness but also help people to control their mind and body through mental focus and breathing. Regular practice of yoga asana can help in controlling our emotions and promote well-being. It helps to develop self-discipline and self-awareness if practiced regularly. It helps to strengthen our flexibility, enhance muscle tone and improve posture. Regular practice can reduce chronic pain conditions such as back pain and arthritis by improving joint and movability and decrease inflammation. It reduces stress, anxiety and promote relaxation. The benefit if yoga asana and exercise are vast and intense by merging into their daily live of an individual.