Health, Wellness & Fitness - Toronto, Ontario, Canada
WHAT IS YOGA?YOGA IS a practice of self-awareness and self-development that merges the body, mind, and spirit, through achieving, maintaining, and expanding a higher state of consciousness. This state is attained through physical exercises, postures (asanas), breath control (pranayama), relaxation, mantra, and meditation. YOGA THERAPY has been advocated as complementary treatment or behavioural therapy in cases of depression, asthma, addiction, and smoking cessation, as well as numerous other afflictions.THE BENEFITS OF YOGA Alleviates anxiety, stress and depressionAssists in controlling addiction and obsession Calms the nervous systemControls weightImproves body image and confidenceImproves focus, concentration, and disciplineAlleviates joint and muscle painImproves breathingImproves muscle flexibility, strength and toneIncreases energyImproves circulation and cardiovascular health