Infections? Fight Back With Yoga

Yoga Exercises

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  • Yoga combines physical poses, concentration, and breathing to enhance endurance, strength, flexibility, and mental calmness.
  • Yoga is widely practiced, indicating its accessibility and popularity for health and wellness.
  • Six branches of yoga focus on different wellness aspects, including physical health, mental growth, and spiritual enlightenment.
  • Yoga aids in balancing chakras, the body's energy centers, influencing physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
  • The blog outlines 15 yoga poses, each targeting different health benefits like posture improvement, stress relief, and increased mental clarity.
  • Incorporating yoga into daily life is suggested for improved fitness, infection resistance, and overall well-being.

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