Yoga basics

A joyfull investment in your body,
mind and spirit

• It improves strength, balance and flexibility.

  Slow movements and deep breathing increase blood flow and warm up muscles, while
  holding a pose can build strength.

• It helps with back pain relief.

  Yoga is as good as basic stretching for easing pain and improving mobility in people with
  lower back pain. The American College of Physicians recommends yoga as a first-line
  treatment for chronic low back pain.

• It can ease arthritis symptoms.

  Gentle yoga has been shown to ease some of the discomfort of tender, swollen joints
  for people with arthritis, according to a Johns Hopkins review of 11 recent studies.

• It benefits heart health.

  Regular yoga practice may reduce levels of stress and body-wide inflammation, contributing
  to healthier hearts. Several of the factors contributing to heart disease, including high blood
  pressure and excess weight, can also be addressed through yoga.

Coded by Andrea Pinales