Monday we talked about the fallacies of Yoga. Yesterday we talked a little bit about its history. Today we’re going to talk a little bit about the physical practice. Yoga is simply a series of exercises—some static, some dynamic—that does your body a world of good. Here’s just a few benefits:
· Increases flexibility (you’ll be able to touch your toes—without cheating and bending your knees like you did when you were five).
· Improves balance and coordination (you’ll trip over your own feet a whole lot less).
· Increases joint movement (not quite as well as a Gumby doll, but at least you’ll be able to stretch and flex without sounding like a bowl of Rice Krispies).
It also contributes to muscular strengthening, develops long lean muscles, improves posture to allow better function of the internal organs, improves breathing, circulation, and pulmonary function, and improves kinesthetic awareness (understanding where you are in relation to other objects around you so you don’t whack your head on the kitchen cabinet or slam your fingers in the drawer), and produces a positive effect on the immune system (yes, believe it or not, you won’t get sick as often).That’s just SOME of the physical benefits. So now that I’ve piqued your interest, you gotta come back tomorrow for more.
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