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5 Mind-blowing facts about Yoga which you must definitely read !
Yoga is essentially a spiritual discipline based on an extremely subtle science, which focuses on bringing harmony between mind and body.
It is an art and science of healthy living. The word 'Yoga' is derived from the Sanskrit root 'Yuj', meaning ' to join' or ' to yoke ' or ' to unite '.
1. YOGA CAN INCREASE YOUR LIFESPAN :-
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Yoga improves your heart health, helps you lose weight, makes your bones stronger, aids digestion and improves mental and emotional health, to name a few.
With so much work going into your body, you are bound to live a long and fruitful life.
2. LORD SHIVA IS CONSIDERED THE FIRST YOGI
Lord Shiva is considered the progenitor of yoga, the first yogi or the Adi - yogi. He was the first one who sowed the seeds of yoga into the human mind.
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3. THERE IS NO SHORTAGE OF VARIETY :-
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As a generation that is choosy for choice, you’ll be glad to know that there is no shortage of asanas when it comes to yoga!
With over 84 asanas, you’ll have plenty of variety to choose from!!
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4. IT REDUCES THE RISK OF HEART DISEASE:-
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Yoga for healthy heart asanas are a preventive measure and are beneficial as a curative one too. And with no side-effects, except a feeling of greater peace and health.
Other than reducing stress, it also helps lower blood pressure, blood cholesterol, and blood glucose levels, thus, in turn, promoting good heart health.
5. YOGA CAN SOMETIMES CAUSE INJURIES :-
Yes, Yoga can heal your mind, body and soul. It can also alleviate a lot of health issues but it can hurt you as well.
Yoga is like a double-edged sword, if not practiced correctly, you could injure yourself.
We really hope this article helped you! Do let us know in the comments section about your views about these facts!