YOGA
Yoga
means union i.e. union of individual soul with the
super soul. Various methods and techniques applied to
achieve this object are also called yoga. The aim of
yoga practice is the development of perfect balance between
body, mind and the soul. Hath yoga is one branch
of very wide subject of yoga Kriyas, Asanas, Pranayamas,
Mudras, Bundhas and Relaxation are various parts of
Hatha Yoga, Kriyas do purification of body,Asanas remove restlessness, instability, laziness and obesity from the body and provide strength and glow Endocrine glands especially are benefited by Asanas.
Pranayama (Breathing Exercises) is the control and regulation of breath, Practice of Pranayama provides longevity of life, control over passion, peace and happiness of mind. It also produces lightness of body.
Mudras gives steadiness.
Bundhas are energy releasers and they cure many diseases.
Rest and Relaxation provides relaxation to the body and mind. A sense of rest, calmness and comfort is felt. A yogic relaxation of fifteen minutes may equal to the sleep of one hour depending of course, upon the depth of relaxation. High B.P. and palpation is lowered down immediately Headache, Bodyache, and fatigue are also removed.