“Yoga is not an ancient myth buried in oblivion. It is the most valuable inheritance of the present. It is the essential need of today and the culture of tomorrow” Swami Satyananda Saraswati. Yoga heals you inside out.
There are innumerable forms of workouts today, from Kickboxing to Zumba, from classic Weight training to Cross-fit and many more, which works on endurance, strength, balance, flexibility and so on. However, there is one such form of training that works not just on all of this but also on your mind and soul, and that is “YOGA”.
Old is gold..and that is exactly what Yoga is! Being an ancient form of workout which originated in India, it is certainly one of the best forms for the body and hence has made waves across the globe. Any kind of workout is great for your body but no matter what you do, Yoga should be included in your routine. Back in the day, when there were no gyms and fancy studios for workouts, people only ran and did Yoga to stay fit.
So, why should Yoga be included in your workout regime?
- Yoga protects your spine, aids in increase of blood flow by draining out toxins and boosts the immune system.
- Improves flexibility
- Increase of muscle strength & tone
- Improves Athletic performance
- Adds grace to the body
- Helps in correcting the body posture
- Aids in better breathing
Physical and mental cleansing and strengthening are one of the most important achievements through Yoga. Given our fast pace life today, it is Yoga that can help us to connect with our true selves.
Now that you know about the many benefits this gem of a workout can provide, what are you waiting for? Include it in your routine today! And what better day to start than on International Yoga day itself!!
