Yoga can profoundly improve your body. After just one class you’ll experience increased brain function, increased flexibility and reduced stress levels.
Yoga can relieve chronic back or neck pain caused by poor body mechanics (how we hold our bodies as we perform daily tasks like sitting, standing, bending and sleeping). It can even alleviate serious health issues. In recent studies, subjects who practiced yoga for several weeks achieved lower blood pressure and improved lung function. Continued practice can increase bone density and lower one’s risk of heart disease. However, to achieve such remarkable results, one must commit to an effective, ongoing yoga practice.
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