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Finding Inner Peace in the Digital Age: Unleash your inner zen and rise above the noise with your Alaya Yoga Online Classes

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Finding Inner Peace in the Digital Age: Unleash your inner zen and rise above the noise with your Alaya Yoga Online Classes

In today’s fast-paced and technology-driven world, finding inner peace can often feel like an elusive goal. The constant notifications, endless to-do lists, and never-ending stream of information can leave us feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from ourselves. Amidst the chaos of the digital age, there is a sanctuary waiting to be discovered – online yoga classes. These virtual spaces offer a haven for those seeking solace, relaxation, and a deeper connection with their bodies and minds. With a myriad of options available, from gentle flows to powerful vinyasa sequences, on Ālaya, there is a perfect class for everyone, regardless of their experience level, whether you’re a complete novice or a seasoned yogi looking to deepen your practice, join us as we explore the best online yoga classes that will help you find your own inner peace in the digital age.

 
The Importance of Finding Inner Peace in the Digital Age

In the midst of the digital age, finding inner peace has become more important than ever. The constant bombardment of information and the pressure to always stay connected can leave us feeling depleted and overwhelmed. However, by consciously carving out time for ourselves and engaging in activities that promote inner peace, we can find balance and harmony in our lives. Yoga, with its focus on mindfulness, breath, and physical movement, offers a holistic approach to finding inner peace. It allows us to quiet the mind, connect with our bodies, and cultivate a sense of stillness amidst the chaos. By making a commitment to prioritise our well-being and incorporate yoga into our daily routine, we can find grace and peace amidst digital overload.

Benefits of Practicing Yoga for Inner Peace

The practice of yoga offers a multitude of benefits for our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. When it comes to finding inner peace, yoga can be a powerful tool. The combination of breath focus, movement, and mindfulness helps to calm the nervous system, reduce stress, and promote a feeling of deep relaxation. By focusing on the present moment and tuning into the sensations of the body, we can quiet the mind and cultivate a sense of inner peace. Regular yoga practice also increases body awareness, improves flexibility, and strengthens the mind-body connection. These physical benefits, coupled with the mental and emotional benefits of yoga, create a powerful foundation for finding inner peace in the digital age.

Online Yoga Classes – Convenience and Accessibility

One of the greatest advantages of the digital age is the ease and convenience with which we can access information and resources. This holds true for yoga as well. Online yoga classes have gained immense popularity in recent years and for good reason. Our virtual classes offer a level of convenience and accessibility that traditional in-person classes cannot match. With online yoga classes, you have the freedom to practice anytime, anywhere, and at your own pace. Whether you’re a busy professional juggling multiple responsibilities or a stay-at-home parent with limited free time, online yoga classes allow you to prioritise your well-being without compromising on convenience. Additionally, our online classes are suitable for individuals of all experience levels, making it an ideal option for those new to yoga and looking to embark on their yoga journey.

Factors to Consider When Choosing an Online Beginner’s Yoga Class

With the abundance of online yoga classes available, it can be overwhelming to choose the right one, especially for beginners. However, by considering a few key factors, you can find a class that aligns with your needs and goals. First and foremost, it’s important to assess your experience level and choose a class that is appropriate for beginners. Look for classes that offer clear instructions, modifications, and variations to cater to all levels. Additionally, consider the style of yoga that resonates with you. Whether you prefer a gentle, restorative practice or a more dynamic and challenging flow, there is a class on our platform there for you. It’s also worth exploring the credentials and experience of the instructor, as their expertise can greatly enhance your learning experience. Finally, take into account your schedule and the duration of the class. Find a class that fits seamlessly into your routine and allows you to commit to regular practice.

 
Tips for Getting Started with Online Yoga Classes

Embarking on an online yoga journey can be an exciting and transformative experience. To make the most of your practice, here are some tips to help you get started:

1. Create a dedicated space: Designate a specific area in your home for your yoga practice. Clear out any clutter and create a peaceful environment that promotes relaxation and focus.

2. Invest in a good mat: A high-quality yoga mat will provide the necessary support and cushioning for your practice. Look for a mat that offers good grip and durability, ensuring a safe and comfortable experience.

3. Start with shorter classes: As a beginner, it’s important to ease into your practice gradually. Begin with shorter classes, around 20-30 minutes, and gradually increase the duration as you build strength and stamina.

4. Listen to your body: Yoga is a practice of self-awareness and self-care. Always listen to your body’s cues and modify or rest when needed. Avoid pushing yourself beyond your limits and honor your body’s needs.

5. Stay consistent: Consistency is key when it comes to reaping the benefits of yoga. Aim for regular practice, even if it’s just a few minutes each day. By showing up on your mat consistently, you’ll build strength, flexibility, and inner resilience.

The Role of Mindfulness in Achieving Inner Peace

Mindfulness is an essential component of yoga and plays a significant role in finding inner peace. By cultivating mindfulness, we learn to bring our attention to the present moment and fully engage with our experience. Mindfulness allows us to observe our thoughts, sensations, and emotions without judgment, creating a space for self-reflection and inner exploration. Through the practice of mindful breathing, we can quiet the mind and anchor ourselves in the present moment. This heightened state of awareness and presence fosters a deep sense of inner peace and contentment. By incorporating mindfulness into our yoga practice and daily life, we can welcome the digital age with greater ease and find solace amidst the chaos.

Incorporating Yoga into Your Daily Routine

To truly embrace inner peace in the digital age, it’s important to incorporate yoga into your daily routine. By making it a non-negotiable part of your day, you prioritise your well-being and create space for introspection and self-care. Here are some ways you can integrate yoga into your daily life:

1. Morning practice: Start your day with a gentle yoga practice to set a positive tone for the rest of your day. Focus on gentle stretches, breathwork, and mindfulness to awaken your body and mind.

2. Mid-day reset: Take a break from your digital devices and engage in a short yoga practice during the day. This can help you recharge, refocus, and release any tension or stress that may have accumulated.

3. Evening wind-down: Unwind and prepare for a restful night’s sleep with a relaxing evening yoga practice. Incorporate gentle stretches, restorative poses, and calming long breaths to signal to your body and mind that it’s time to relax and let go.

4. Mindful movement breaks: Throughout the day, take short breaks to engage in mindful movement. This can be as simple as stretching, taking a walk, or practicing a few minutes of deep breathing. These breaks help to break up sedentary periods, release tension, and re-energise your body and mind.

By weaving yoga into the fabric of your daily routine, you create a consistent and sustainable practice that supports your true well-being and helps you find inner peace in the digital age.

Conclusion: Embracing Inner Peace in the Digital Age

In a world that is constantly connected and moving at a rapid pace, finding inner peace can seem like an insurmountable task. With the power of yoga and the convenience of online classes, it is now achievable to gracefully maneuver through the digital era and discover serenity amidst the chaos. By making a commitment to prioritise self-care, carve out time for introspection, and engage in regular yoga practice, we can cultivate a deep sense of inner peace. Whether you choose to start your day with a gentle flow, take mindful movement breaks throughout the day, or wind down with a restorative practice in the evening, the key is to be consistent and intentional in your practice. Embrace the power of yoga, harness the benefits of mindfulness, and find your own inner sanctuary in the digital age with Ālaya Yoga Online.

Enrol today and start your yoga journey now!

Join us for our Let’s Get Started Class and take your first step towards a healthier, happier life through yoga. Our expert teachers provide a safe, relaxed, and supportive environment for beginners, with a focus on proper alignment, breathing techniques, and variations of each pose. Whether you’re young or old, fit or not, our 30-minute beginner-friendly class is tailored to suit everyone’s needs. So, don’t hesitate and sign up for our Let’s Get Started Class every Saturday at 11:30 am

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Ignite Your Practice: Exciting New Themes this June

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Ignite Your Practice: Exciting New Themes this June

We’re excited to announce the captivating themes for our online yoga classes in June! Get ready to ignite your practice with these empowering summery sessions:

Monday, 07:15 AM: Yoga for Strength (Intermediate) Unleash your inner power as we dive into a dynamic flow designed to build strength and resilience. Let’s embrace the challenge and take our practice to new heights!

Tuesday, 10:00 AM: Twist & Flow Detox Yoga (Mixed Level) Join us for a revitalizing session that will detoxify and rejuvenate your body and mind. Through invigorating twists and fluid flows, we’ll release tension and create space for renewed energy.

Wednesday, 06:30 PM: Heart Awakening Mixed Level Flow Open your heart and let your practice be guided by love and compassion. This heart-centered flow will nourish your soul, leaving you feeling grounded, connected, and uplifted.

Thursday, 07:15 AM: Backbend Focus (Advanced) Calling all advanced practitioners! Explore the transformative power of backbends as we delve into deep heart-opening postures. Together, we’ll expand our boundaries and embrace the freedom within.

Friday, 07:15 AM: Happy Hips and Lower Back Mixed Level Flow Indulge in a blissful practice that targets the hips and lower back, areas often holding tension and stress. Through gentle flows and soothing stretches, we’ll cultivate a sense of release and harmony.

Mark your calendars and join us on this transformative journey. Let’s come together, flow with intention, and nurture our bodies, minds, and spirits.

 

Enroll today and embark on your Vinyasa Yoga voyage with us!

Join our team of expert teachers who are all trained to teach vinyasa and traditional yoga.  Explore our memberships at Ālaya Yoga and start your journey to wellbeing today.

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Unleash the Transformative Essence of Ālaya Yoga Online Classes and its Hidden Gems

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Unleash the Transformative Essence of Ālaya Yoga Online Classes and its Hidden Gems

Finding balance and nurturing our physical and mental well-being is of utmost importance. That’s where Ālaya Yoga Online comes in, offering a diverse range of yoga classes that cater to specific needs experienced by our students. Whether you lack energy, feel stiff and tired, seek challenges, need core strengthening, wish to calm your mind, harness energy, or boost your athletic performance, we offer the right class for you. Join us on a journey of self-discovery as we explore the key concerns behind our invigorating and transformative yoga classes.

Monday at 17:30 pm – Mixed Level Chakra Flow with Kate

Challenge: needing an energy/vitality boost?

Are you struggling to find the energy and vitality to power through your daily routine? Kate’s Mixed Level Chakra Flow is the perfect remedy. Through a harmonious blend of yoga poses and energy-balancing techniques, Kate will guide you towards unlocking the dormant energy within your body, leaving you revitalised and ready to step into your day!

Tuesday at 19:15 pm – Restore and Revive with Carolann

Challenge: feeling stiff and tired, needing space inside your body and mind?

After a long day, do you often find yourself feeling stiff, tired, and longing for inner spaciousness? Carolann’s Restore and Revive class offers a sanctuary for your body and mind. With gentle stretching, restorative poses, and guided meditation, Carolann will help you release tension, find inner calm, and create a sense of openness within.

Wednesday at 7:15 am – Strong Flow Intermediate with Lalit

Challenge: looking for a challenge to ignite new projects?

Do you crave a little challenge to kickstart your new projects? Lalit’s Strong Flow Intermediate class is designed to energise and inspire you to act! Through a dynamic sequence of poses and deep, long breaths, Lalit will encourage you to stretch your boundaries on the mat, build strength, and tap into your potential. By integrating the principles and techniques learned in this class, you’ll not only witness performance enhancements and tension release on the mat but also be empowered to seamlessly apply them to your everyday life.

Thursday at 18:15 pm – Core Strengthening Mixed Level Flow with Lisa

Challenge: needing to strengthen body and mind from the inside out?

If you’re searching for a holistic approach to strengthen both your body and mind, Lisa’s Core Strengthening Mixed Level Flow is the ideal choice. This class targets your core muscles, improves stability, and cultivates mental resilience. Lisa’s guidance will empower you to develop a strong foundation, enabling you to tackle life’s challenges with confidence.

Friday at 10 am – Dynamic Mixed Level Flow with Jeanette

Challenge: looking into deepening your breath, calming your mind, and energising your body?

As the weekend approaches, Jeanette’s Dynamic Mixed Level Flow class offers a delightful combination of breath and movement synchronisation, so called mindful movement, and energy stimulation. Unwind from the week’s stress, deepen your breath, calm your mind, and prepare your body for a rejuvenating and blissful weekend ahead.

Saturday at 10 am – Kundalini Yoga with Viriam

Challenge: interested in harnessing your energy and strengthening the nervous system?

For those seeking a powerful way to harness energy and strengthen the nervous system, Viriam’s Kundalini yoga class is a transformative experience. Dive deep into Kundalini practices, including breath, chanting, and dynamic movements, to awaken your inner potential and meet life’s challenges with renewed vitality.

Sunday at 8:45 am – Yoga for Runners and Athletes with Adam

Challenge: looking into boosting your performance and releasing tension on and off the mat?

Calling all athletes and runners! Adam’s yoga for runners and athletes class is specifically tailored to address your need of boosting performance and releasing tension. Whether you’re an avid marathon runner or a dedicated athlete, this class is designed to elevate your performance from day one!

During this specialised session, Adam will guide you through a series of yoga poses and targeted stretches that specifically include areas prone to tightness and tension in athletes. By incorporating dynamic movements, deep stretching, and mindful breaths, you’ll not only improve your flexibility, but also release any accumulated tension in your muscles and joints. Remember, it’s not just about the physical practice, but the holistic integration of yoga into your athletic lifestyle that will truly transform your performance! 

At Ālaya Yoga, we get it. We understand the unique needs and hurdles our students come across.

Our diverse range of yoga classes is carefully curated to address these concerns and provide transformative experiences that extend beyond the mat. Whether you’re seeking to boost your energy, release tension, find inner strength, or enhance your athletic performance, our expert instructors are here to guide you on your yoga path into optimal health and well-being!

To make it even easier for you to embark on this journey, we offer a generous 10-day free trial, giving you ample time to explore our classes and discover the ones that resonate with your needs! With over 130 live classes available every month and the convenience of 7-day playbacks, an access to our library with over 80 classes at any time, you can practice at your own pace and according to your schedule.

All of this is available for the incredible price of only 49 cents per day! For less than a cup of coffee, you can have unlimited access to our diverse range of yoga classes, expert instruction, and a supportive community that will uplift and inspire you!

We can’t wait to welcome you in our online yoga studio and community!



Enroll today and embark on your Vinyasa Yoga voyage with us!

Join our team of expert teachers who are all trained to teach vinyasa and traditional yoga.  Explore our memberships at Ālaya Yoga and start your journey to wellbeing today.

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Yoga for Plus-Size Beginners

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Yoga for Plus-Size Beginners

If you’re new to yoga and self-identify as plussize, starting a yoga practice can be intimidating. There’s the fear of not being able to ‘measure up’ to the more experienced yogis in class, or simply not knowing where to begin.
If this sounds like you, then Alaya Yoga is here to tell you that you’re not alone and that yoga for plussize beginners is a great way to improve your health and well-being!

In this guide, we’ll explore why yoga is an excellent option for anyone looking to improve their fitness level, reduce stress, and increase overall flexibility. Additionally, we’ll also provide some tips on how to get started, find the right class, and choose the best yoga gear for plussize beginners.

Why Yoga is Perfect for PlusSize Beginners
When it comes to wellness options for plussize individuals, yoga stands out for a number of reasons. Here are just a few:

1. It’s Low Impact
As a beginner, you want to avoid anything too intense that might lead to injury. Compared to other workouts such as running or high-impact aerobics, yoga is low-impact and therefore gentler on your joints.

2. It Builds Strength and Flexibility
One of the most significant benefits of adding yoga to your wellness routine is the way it builds strength and flexibility. Because yoga involves holding challenging poses, even the ones who are new to yoga will feel the burn and begin to tone their muscles over time.

3. It Enhances Mental Well-being
In addition to its physical benefits, yoga is also known for its ability to reduce stress and anxiety. By focusing on your breath and taking time to connect with yourself, you’ll develop a stronger mind-body connection that will help you feel more centered and calm throughout the day.

4. It’s Accessible
Finally, the beauty of yoga is that it’s accessible to everyone, regardless of age, size, or fitness level. With so many different types of yoga available on our platform, there’s truly something for everyone, and you’ll find that the Alaya yoga community is incredibly welcoming and supportive.

Tips for Getting Started with Yoga

If you’re new to yoga, it’s essential to take some time to prepare yourself for your first class. Here are some tips to help you get started:

1. Invest in the Right Gear
One of the most important things you can do to make your yoga practice more comfortable and effective is to invest in the right gear. For plussize beginners, this means finding a mat that’s thick enough to provide ample cushioning for your joints and choosing comfortable workout clothes that allow for ease of movement.

2. Start Slowly
Yoga is not a competition, and it’s crucial to remember that as you begin your practice. Start slowly and focus on mastering the basics before moving on to more advanced poses. Remember that everyone starts somewhere, so don’t be discouraged if you’re not able to do everything at once!

3. Find the Right Class
With so many different types of yoga out there, it’s important to find the right class for your needs. For beginners, a gentle or restorative yoga class might be the best option, as they tend to move at a slower pace and offer modifications for those who need them. At the end of this article, we suggest Alaya classes to get you started on the right foot!

4. Focus on Your Breath
Throughout your yoga practice, your breath will be your guide. It’s essential to focus on slow, even breathing and to use your inhales and exhales to help you move deeper into each pose. By doing so, you’ll develop a stronger mind-body connection and fully experience the benefits of your yoga practice. Our teachers will guide you on your breath and movement during each class.

Final Thoughts

For anyone looking to improve their health and well-being, yoga is an excellent option – especially for plussize beginners. With its low-impact nature, ability to build strength and flexibility, and focus on mental well-being, yoga truly is an accessible workout for everyone no matter the size!

So if you’re ready to take the next step on your fitness journey, consider adding Alaya yoga classes to your routine. With a little bit of preparation and the right mindset, you’ll find that yoga can help you achieve greater physical and mental health and become the best version of yourself!

Our Alaya Yoga suggested classes on our weekly schedule:

  • Monday 10 am Yin Yoga 

  • Monday 8 pm Restore and Revive

  • Tuesday 7:15 pm Beginners Yoga

  • Wednesday 7:45 pm Gentle Evening Flow

  • Thursday 6:15 pm Core Strengthening Mixed Level Flow

  • Friday 6:55 am Morning Boost 

  • Saturday 11:30 am Let’s Get Started

  • Saturday 12:05 Beginners Express

  • Sunday 11:15 am Gentle Glow 

Enrol today and start your yoga journey now!

Join us for our Let’s Get Started Class and take your first step towards a healthier, happier life through yoga. Our expert teachers provide a safe, relaxed, and supportive environment for beginners, with a focus on proper alignment, breathing techniques, and variations of each pose. Whether you’re young or old, fit or not, our 30-minute beginner-friendly class is tailored to suit everyone’s needs. So, don’t hesitate and sign up now

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Get Your Yoga On

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Get Your Yoga On

Join Our Beginner-Friendly 'Let's Get Started Class' Today

Yoga has been gaining popularity in recent years as people look for ways to de-stress and improve their overall well-being. It’s a form of exercise that can benefit people of all ages and fitness levels, and the best part is that it’s accessible to everyone! If you’re new to yoga, it’s natural to feel a bit intimidated or overwhelmed by the sheer number of poses and styles out there. That’s where our “Let’s Get Started Class” comes in!

Our beginner-friendly class is designed to help you get started with yoga in a safe, relaxed, light-hearted, and supportive environment. You don’t have to worry about keeping up with more experienced practitioners or feeling self-conscious about your level of flexibility or fitness. This class is specially tailored to people who are just starting on their yoga journey, so you can rest assured that you won’t get left behind or lost.

The Let’s Get Started Class focuses on proper alignment, breathing techniques, and variations of each pose to help you build a strong foundation and prevent injuries as you progress in your yoga practice. Our expert teachers will guide you through each pose, breaking down the steps and providing modifications for any physical limitations or injuries you may have. This class is also a great space to awaken your understanding that yoga is for absolutely everybody! Whether you’re young or old, fit or not, you can benefit from this practice.

During this 30-minute class, you’ll have plenty of time to absorb the theory and practicalities around areas like Surya Namaskar (the sun salutations that we do before each class), props, how to modify the asana for maximum inclusion, and even what the names mean. With your foundations in place, this class aims to prepare individuals for a more flowy beginner’s class, so they can feel confident and comfortable moving through a yoga sequence without distractions.

We created this class with those beginning their yoga journey in mind and heart. This is a truly supportive setting, giving the absolute beginner all of the close attention to detail they deserve from our expert team so they can build a lasting and sustainable relationship with yoga. The Let’s Get Started Class is an excellent opportunity to start your journey toward better health and well-being. So why not take that first step and join us for this class?

If you’re ready to get started with yoga, we encourage you to check out our website for more information on our beginner classes and other offerings. Don’t be shy – take that first step and discover the many benefits of yoga today!

Let’s Get Started Yoga Class every Saturday at 11:30 am

Enrol today and start your yoga journey now!

Join us for our Let’s Get Started Class and take your first step towards a healthier, happier life through yoga. Our expert teachers provide a safe, relaxed, and supportive environment for beginners, with a focus on proper alignment, breathing techniques, and variations of each pose. Whether you’re young or old, fit or not, our 30-minute beginner-friendly class is tailored to suit everyone’s needs. So, don’t hesitate and sign up for our Let’s Get Started Class every Saturday at 11:30 am

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Vinyasa Yoga: A Journey of Mind, Body, and Breath

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Vinyasa Yoga: A Journey of Mind, Body, and Breath

Yoga has been a significant practice for individuals seeking physical and mental well-being for centuries. With its various styles and approaches, yoga offers an opportunity to explore and connect with our inner self. One such yoga style is Vinyasa Yoga, which is becoming increasingly popular among yoga enthusiasts worldwide.

The term ‘Vinyasa’ is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘nyasa’ meaning ‘to place’ and ‘vi’ meaning ‘in a special way’. Vinyasa Yoga refers to the synchronization of breath with movement, where every movement is accompanied by an inhale or exhale, and each pose flows seamlessly into the next. This style of yoga is also known as Vinyasa Flow, as it creates a continuous flow of movement, making it a dynamic and challenging practice.

The origin of Vinyasa Yoga can be traced back to the teachings of T. Krishnamacharya, who is considered the father of modern yoga. Krishnamacharya’s students, B.K.S. Iyengar and Pattabhi Jois, further developed this style of yoga, making it more accessible to a broader audience. They both created their unique approaches to Vinyasa Yoga, Iyengar focusing on alignment and Jois on a more vigorous practice.
Vinyasa Yoga has become a popular style of yoga due to its flowing nature, where each movement is linked to a breath and becomes a moving meditation. The practice helps to develop physical strength, flexibility, and balance, while also improving mental focus and awareness. It’s a great way to reduce stress and anxiety while enhancing mindfulness and relaxation.

If you’re interested in trying Vinyasa Yoga or want to deepen your practice, Alaya Yoga Online offers a fantastic opportunity to practice from the comfort of your home or wherever you are. For only €19.99 with no contract, plus free 10 Days trial, access to 130 live classes per month, and 7-day playback! You can subscribe and access a variety of Vinyasa Yoga classes led by experienced teachers. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced practitioner, Alaya Yoga Online has something for everyone. Why wait any longer? Enroll today and embark on your Vinyasa Yoga voyage with us!

Enroll today and embark on your Vinyasa Yoga voyage with us!

Join our team of expert teachers who are all trained to teach vinyasa and traditional yoga.  Explore our memberships at Ālaya Yoga and start your journey to wellbeing today.

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What is Holistic Yoga?

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What is Holistic Yoga?

Yoga as a holistic health practice

The general understanding our society has about wellness is that it solely relies on physical health. While our physical health is an important part and contributes immensely to our overall wellness, our mental and our spiritual health is just as important but it is often overlooked.

The true meaning of yoga is “union”, and it’s this very union of our mind and body that makes yoga different from other forms of physical health practices. Yoga is a holistic science that embodies the union of our physical, mental and spiritual health. It can help us achieve mental equilibrium, as well as providing numerous health benefits for our body. Yoga as a practice encourages a lifestyle that focuses on balance, harmony, positive thinking and health. This is holistic yoga.

Asanas, breathing exercises and meditation are all part of, and essential to a complete yoga practice. This focus on the breath while performing asanas can help us achieve a sense of calmness during the practice that affects both our physical and our mental wellbeing, while also enhancing the benefits we would otherwise achieve without breathwork being a part of the practice. This is also one of the key elements that sets yoga apart from other physical workouts.

Asanas, breathing exercises and meditation are all part of, and essential to a complete yoga practice.

Holistic yoga for the body

Yoga consists of asanas that we hold for extended periods of time while we bring our focus to our breath so as to find a sense of calmness in our body that can help us relax deeper into each pose, and this process can also help calm our mental state so that our mind can catch a break from our otherwise busy and hectic everyday schedules.

This benefits our physical bodies and health in multiple ways. Just to name a few –

Yoga improves our overall flexibility, strength and mobility.

Yoga can help keep your lungs healthy and strong, thereby improving your oxygen intake and breathing.

It can help manage illnesses such as chronic arthritis. Gentle yoga can help people who have weaker muscles or suffer from tender or swollen joints.

It improves the health of our heart and is often recommended by medical professionals especially for people who’ve suffered from cardiac arrest.

• Studies have shown that people who practice yoga regularly have more energy throughout the day.

• Like most forms of physical exercises, yoga can help boost the production of two hormones in the body essential to cultivating happiness – Oxytocin and Endorphins.

These are just some of the many health benefits that yoga provides.

Studies have shown that people who practice yoga regularly have more energy throughout the day.

Yoga for mental health

Breathwork and meditation are an important facet of a yoga practice. Breathwork paired with asana’s can help us achieve the full benefits of yoga and this alters our everyday moods and our mental state for the better.Yoga is great for people who suffer from insomnia. It can help regularize our sleep patterns. A small practice before bedtime, or a small meditation can help people fall asleep more quickly and have a more restful sleep.

We face stress regularly in our day to day lives and yoga can help manage both stress and anxiety as well as prevent panic attacks before they occur.

A regular yoga practice can increase the size of our hippocampus, a part of the brain responsible for memory. This in turn also affects the neural connections in our brain. These factors are especially important for older people as age can lead to degeneration of the brain over time.

Yoga is great for people who suffer from depression as well. A regular yoga practice can lead to people living happier lives and having a more positive outlook overall as it allows our minds to take a break from all the chaos that surrounds us and encourages us to find harmony and calmness within our own self.

When we practice asanas and breathwork daily, our focus and concentration gradually increases outside of the practice in our day to day activities as well.

Yoga affects our mental health in various ways, and positively reinforces our daily moods and outlook towards life.

Union of the mind and the body

Breathwork and meditation are an important facet of a yoga practice. Breathwork paired with asana’s can help us achieve the full benefits of yoga and this alters our everyday moods and our mental state for the better.

Yoga is great for people who suffer from insomnia. It can help regularize our sleep patterns. A small practice before bedtime, or a small meditation can help people fall asleep more quickly and have a more restful sleep.

We face stress regularly in our day to day lives and yoga can help manage both stress and anxiety as well as prevent panic attacks before they occur.

A regular yoga practice can increase the size of our hippocampus, a part of the brain responsible for memory. This in turn also affects the neural connections in our brain. These factors are especially important for older people as age can lead to degeneration of the brain over time.

Yoga is great for people who suffer from depression as well. A regular yoga practice can lead to people living happier lives and having a more positive outlook overall as it allows our minds to take a break from all the chaos that surrounds us and encourages us to find harmony and calmness within our own self.

When we practice asanas and breathwork daily, our focus and concentration gradually increases outside of the practice in our day to day activities as well.

Yoga affects our mental health in various ways, and positively reinforces our daily moods and outlook towards life.

Ready to try a holistic approach to yoga?

Join our team of expert teachers who are all trained to teach holistic and traditional yoga.  Explore our memberships at Ālaya Yoga and start your journey to holistic wellbeing today.

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