<h5>What is the history of yoga?</h5><p>Yoga is a practice that focuses on bringing mind and body into harmony. It is the art and science of living a healthy lifestyle. It combines physical postures, breathing exercises, meditation, etc., to promote overall well-being. The physical postures are known as asanas, which help improve flexibility, strength, and balance.</p><p>These asanas are frequently practised along with controlled breathing techniques known as pranayama. The term "Yoga" is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Yuj,' which means "to join" or "to unite." The concept of doing yoga dates back thousands of years.</p><p>The presence of yoga in ancient India is suggested by various artefacts of the Indus-Saraswati civilisation, showing themes related to Yoga Sadhana. Folklore, ancient texts, etc., all mention yoga. This provides us with more proof that yoga originated in ancient India.</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/newsahoot.appspot.com/o/benefits-of-yoga%2FYoga%202.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=e82b7b97-f04c-4462-9417-dc94b55e0a41"><figcaption>Anmol Kaur (of Class 6-F, Jesus’ Sacred Heart School) doing the Crow Pose or Bakasana. Photo by Newsahoot.</figcaption></figure><p>In recent times, many people worldwide have been practising yoga. Learning yoga has become easier due to online resources, mobile apps, YouTube videos, etc. All these have made it easier for people all around the world to practise and learn yoga.</p><h5>What are the benefits of doing yoga?</h5><p>Yoga has several advantages for physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Yoga's popularity has grown in recent years. Yoga helps improve one's strength, balance, and flexibility. Yoga can increase energy levels by improving blood circulation.</p><p>Doing yoga can effectively relieve lower back pain. That’s why doctors advise it as an initial treatment for those suffering from lower back pain. Doing yoga regularly can help reduce stress, which improves heart health. Excess weight and high blood pressure are two risk factors for heart disease that can be avoided by practising yoga.</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/newsahoot.appspot.com/o/benefits-of-yoga%2FYoga%203.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=85199bae-8045-440f-8042-8e681d7689d7"><figcaption>Angel Sharma (of Class 6, Stepping Stones School) doing the Bhujangasana. Photo by Newsahoot.</figcaption></figure><p>Research says doing yoga can also help one get proper sleep. It can also help improve physical and mental energy, raise attentiveness, and ensure a happy mood for most of the day.</p><p>These are some key benefits of practising yoga. With the International Day of Yoga being celebrated today, 21st June 2023, we can all try to do some yoga to improve our health.</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/newsahoot.appspot.com/o/benefits-of-yoga%2FYoga%204.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=812542c1-37eb-4cd4-86d7-21be776e3f58"><figcaption>Vandana Bhatia, Principal of Holy Child Public School Sector 75 Faridabad, getting into the spirit of the International Day of Yoga by doing the Supta Vajrasana. Photo by Newsahoot.</figcaption></figure><h5>What do we know about the International Day of Yoga?</h5><p>The International Day of Yoga was introduced at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 2014. It was first observed on 21st June 2015. India (represented by PM Narendra Modi) proposed introducing this day, and the member states accepted it.</p><p>The International Day of Yoga aims to improve global awareness of the numerous advantages of practising yoga. This day is also significant because it brings together people from all backgrounds, cultures, and nationalities to celebrate and practise yoga.</p><p>Many organisations and people worldwide celebrate this day. Various events and activities are planned to honour the International Day of Yoga. Here are some more pictures of Newsahoot readers doing yoga.</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/newsahoot.appspot.com/o/benefits-of-yoga%2FYoga%205.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=61679bb9-f2db-49a8-aff0-ae450f2bee59"><figcaption>Jasmeena Kumari (of Class 7, Sarvodaya Kanya Vidyalaya) doing the headstand.</figcaption></figure><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/newsahoot.appspot.com/o/benefits-of-yoga%2FYoga%206a.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=25b5dd25-7898-425a-9ff9-7e9582141941"><figcaption>Tavishi Goyal (of Class 2, Mayoor School) doing the Suryanamaskar.</figcaption></figure><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/newsahoot.appspot.com/o/benefits-of-yoga%2FYoga%207.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=6a14d6ad-6b0b-4637-abe9-0f0d90fc4956"><figcaption>Rashi Kanth (of Class 8, SKV Aya Nagar) doing the Natarajasana.</figcaption></figure><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/newsahoot.appspot.com/o/benefits-of-yoga%2FYoga%208.jpeg?alt=media&amp;token=ddc10a26-bc51-42b6-ae09-9edef180ac10"><figcaption>Yoga being done at Seth M.R. Jaipuria School, Sultanpur.</figcaption></figure><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/newsahoot.appspot.com/o/benefits-of-yoga%2FWhatsApp%20Image%202023-06-21%20at%205.13.31%20PM%20(1).jpeg?alt=media&amp;token=6932061b-08dd-4720-96a1-930fa2fd96cc"><figcaption>Students of Mayoor School Jaipur do yoga.</figcaption></figure><p>So, do you practise yoga? What is your favourite yoga pose? Please tell us in the comments section.</p>

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