Abstract

Yoga is an art form which helps in attaining good health and is for living a holistic life. It has been developed and perfected over the centuries by the sages and wise men of ancient India. Yoga is not a religion, a metaphysical doctrine or a philosophy. It can make amazing improvement in our health, appearance and youthfulness. Yoga has many benefits for both mind and body. Yogic exercise can be done by any age group and even by the most unfit people. Yoga is also the most comprehensive of all exercises as it benefits each part of the body. The term yoga is derived from the Sanskrit root “yug” meaning union Yoke or communion, it is union of our will with the nature and the supernatural. It is yoking of all the powers of the body, mind and soul. The disciplining the intellect the mind, the emotions and the will, Lit is the experience of on self with one’s inner being.