From stress and anxiety: the main health benefits of yoga

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Yoga – a good way to relax and keep your body in shape. It is a fairly versatile form of exercise that will suit almost everyone.

“Yoga is a practice in which physical postures are combined with breathing techniques and conscious meditation to bring a lot of benefits to your mind and body,” says on the website of the Cleveland Clinic.

Specialists, citing various studies, note that yoga has advantages in the fight against stress. Studies have also shown that yoga can help:

• improve posture, balance and flexibility;
• maintain cognitive function as you age;
• keep in check blood pressure;
• improve mood and relieve anxiety;
• improve sleep quality.

There are many styles of yoga, from slow and calm to more active To choose your style, experts recommend following three tips:

• start with basic classes for beginners, then explore new areas;
• look for a certified, experienced instructor;
• pay attention to how your body feels – there should be no pain when performing the poses.