Yoga is another form of exercise that many are able to use as a release or an escape and relaxation that they need. It includes breath control, simple mediation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures, it is widely practiced for health and relaxation. This is an ancient practice that originated in India, but it has become a widely practiced exercise. Many people do this now because it is an accessible form of exercise they love and there are more opportunities to be
able to participate in it.
It is said that people who practice yoga develop new brain connections and changes in the brain structure, as well as function. These developments are able to improve cognitive skills, such as learning and memory. This is like weightlifting for the brain. It is able to strengthen your attentions, awareness, thoughts, and language. It then suggests that yoga may counteract age-related declines in memory and other cognitive skills. This a very helpful exercise routine to do as you progress and get older.
In a more psychological aspect yoga is very helpful for strengthening social attachments, reducing stress and relieving anxiety. It is also able to lessen the symptoms of depression and insomnia. Researchers have been finding out that it is very beneficial for active-duty military and veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder. Clinicians are using this as a tool for clients to use when they are in between sessions and need a way to cope. This is a great technique that the
patients are able to use on their own time whether it be at home or at a yoga studio. By doing this it is able to give them something that they enjoy and is relaxing which is then able to help with their mental health. It is saying that people who have tried this has a significantly higher response to being more relaxed, less mental health issues, and longer/happy lives.
Yoga is a very unique form of exercise and is something that isn’t used as often as it should be. It has great benefits from physical health, mental health, to your quality of life. We are able to see how this different form of exercise which may be more comfortable for people to try, will benefit people greatly. It is worth it for everyone to try it out and see how it is a magical, and relaxing feeling that one has after the class or yoga session is over.
References:
https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/yoga-for-better-mental-health
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/13-benefits-of-yoga#Mindful-Moves:-15-Minute-Yoga-Flow-for-Anxiety
https://www.apa.org/monitor/2009/11/yoga