Malaika Arora, the Bollywood actress believes in cultivating good practices as she recently reflected on how yoga is a way of life for her. Sharing glimpses from her yoga class, Malaika wrote on Instagram, “Yoga is not just a workout …. It’s a way of life for me.”
In the post, she can be seen doing Surya namaskar. Surya Namaskar, also known as Sun salutation, is a sequence of yoga poses performed in a flowing manner. It is a fundamental and dynamic practice that combines several asanas and pranayama. “Surya namaskar is not just a physical exercise; it encompasses spiritual, mental, and physical aspects, aligning the body and mind,” said fitness expert Garima Goyal.
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Why should we practice yoga?
The fitness freak, Garima Goyal shared that regular practice helps lengthen and stretch muscles, increasing overall range of motion. “This increased flexibility can alleviate stiffness and reduce the risk of injuries in daily activities or other forms of exercise,” said Goyal.
While yoga is often associated with flexibility, it also builds strength. “Many yoga poses require holding the body in specific positions, which engages various muscle groups. This gentle yet effective strength training contributes to improved overall muscle tone and endurance,” she added.
The controlled movements and gentle stretches in yoga support joint health, Goyal added. “By lubricating the joints and improving their range of motion, yoga can contribute to alleviating discomfort associated with conditions like arthritis,” Garima said.
Perhaps one of the most well-known benefits of yoga is its ability to reduce stress. “The combination of mindful breathing and focused movement helps activate the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting relaxation and reducing stress hormone levels,” Goyal expressed.
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