Yoga and its benefits

        

Yoga can be defined as a spiritual and ascetic discipline, a part of which, including breath control, simple meditation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures, is widely practised for health and relaxation.

It focuses on bringing harmony between mind and body. It is an art and scince of healthy living. The word ‘Yoga’ is derived from the Sanskrit root ‘Yuj’, meaning ‘to join’ or ‘to yoke’ or ‘to unite’. A regular yoga practice can promoteTrusted Source endurance, strength, calmness, flexibility, and well-being. 

Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev calls yoga “an expression of life.” He says, “Yoga essentially means finding the keys to the nature of the existence.”

Six branches of YOGA :

Hatha yoga: 

This is the physical and mental branch that aims to prime the body and mind.

Raja yoga: 

This branch involves meditation and strict adherence to a series of disciplinary steps known as the eight limbs of yoga.

Karma yoga: 

This is a path of service that aims to create a future free from negativity and selfishness.

Bhakti yoga:

This aims to establish the path of devotion, a positive way to channel emotions and cultivate acceptance and tolerance.

Jnana yoga: 

This branch of yoga is about wisdom, the path of the scholar, and developing the intellect through study.

Tantra yoga: 

This is the pathway of ritual, ceremony, or consummation of a relationship.

Seven chakras :

Sahasrara: The crown chakra, which is at the crown of the head, symbolizes spiritual connection.

Ajna: 

Located between the eyebrows, the third eye chakra has to do with intuition.

Vishuddha: 

The throat chakra corresponds to immunity and verbal communication.

Anahata: 

The heart chakra, which is in the center of the chest, influences professional and personal relationships. Any imbalances in this chakra will affect oxygen, hormones, tissue, and organ control.

Manipura: 

The solar plexus chakra is in the stomach area. It corresponds to self-confidence, wisdom, and self-discipline.

Svadhishthana: 

The sacral chakra, which is beneath the belly button, connects pleasure, well-being, and vitality.

Muladhara: 

The root chakra, which is at the base of the spine, connects the mind and body to the earth to keep a person grounded. It controls the sciatic nerves and the parasympathetic nervous system.

Benefits of YOGA :

1. Improves your flexibility

2. Builds muscle strength

3. Perfects your posture

4. Prevents cartilage and joint breakdown

5. Protects your spine

6. Betters your bone health

7. Increases your blood flow

Cadet Esmitha Ganesan V G 

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Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences