Mat Yoga
What is Mat Yoga?
Mat yoga involves understanding the human body and beyond. It is a practice of the mind and body. Understanding how we move and the connection for stress points along the kinetic chain are key for a successful and safe practice. Breath is connected to movement, if one is not connecting breath to movement then one is not practicing yoga. It is all about the breath!
Benefits of Mat Yoga
- Decreases stress
- Relieves anxiety
- Reduces inflammation
- Improves heart health
- Improves quality of life
- Helps fight depression
- Could reduce chronic pain
- Improves sleep quality
- Improves flexibility and balance
- Helps improve breathing
- Relieves headaches and migraines
- Can increase strength
Things to look out for
- Those with a history of heart disease, inner ear problems or other difficulties with balance, or recent surgery should consult a physician before beginning yoga
- Pregnant women are advised to modify their yoga practice and avoid certain poses
- Yoga should not be practiced on a full stomach