The first mention of the word “yoga” appears in, a collection of ancient texts. Yoga comes from the Sanskrit word “you,” which means “union” or “to join.”

Yoga is a mind and body practice. A relaxing form of exercise that involves assuming and holding postures that stretch the limbs and muscles, doing breathing exercises, and using meditation techniques to calm the mind.

Yoga appears to have benefits for increasing physical flexibility and reducing internal feelings of stress. Yoga may be recommended as an alternative or complementary health-promoting practice.

A regular yoga practice can promote endurance, strength, calmness, flexibility, and well-being.

Yoga has many physical and mental benefits, including:

• Building muscle strength
• Enhancing flexibility
• Promoting better breathing
• Supporting heart health
• Reducing stress, anxiety, depression, and chronic pain
• Improving sleep
• Enhancing overall well-being and quality of life
• Improves posture
• Aids in weight loss
• Keep diseases at bay
• Increases self-esteem
• Improves lung function
• Slows the ageing process
• Helps to boost immune system
• It is advisable to consult a medical professional, before starting a yoga practice.