benefits of doing yoga
Benefits of Active (Hatha) Yoga
- Improves flexibility, balance, concentration, composure
- Increases lubrication and range of motion of joints
- Stretches not only the muscles but ligaments, tendons and fascia
- Increases strength and improves posture
- Massages all major organs of the body
- Focused breathing calms the mind
- Assists in weight loss through calorie burning and muscle development
- Educates you on an ancient practice of wellness
- Makes you more fun to be around
Additional benefits of a heated room
- Heat aids the stretching process
- Heat challenges the focus of the mind
- Unusual environment builds strong physical and mental foundation
- Heat warms the muscles and stimulates circulation
- Warm/hot room stimulates white blood cell production
- Eliminates toxins and impurities through yummy sweat
- Flushes the lymphatic system
- Strengthens the immune system
- Balances the endocrine glands
- Improves the spine's flexibility and health
- Expands lung capacity and strengthens the heart
- Strengthens bones
Benefits of (passive) Restorative Yoga
- Releases muscle tension
- Helps you sleep better
- Can lower blood pressure
- Can lower serum triglycerides
- Can lower blood sugar levels in blood
- Improves digestion
- Reduces fatigue