The World Is Tuning In to the Ancient Art of Yoga
Whether on Oprah, the cover of Time magazine, or at your
local gym, yoga is flowing into the mainstream. More than just a trend, however,
it appears that yoga is here to stay. It's not surprising, considering that
yoga is over five thousand years old-and a science in and of itself. The main
reason why more and more people are buying yoga
books and videos and rushing off to yoga studios is because yoga actually
works. Yoga not only strengthens and sculpts the body, but it has also been
shown to benefit internal organs like the heart, kidneys, and lungs and systems
like digestion, circulation, and metabolism. Practitioners are reporting that
whether they start doing yoga to look better or to feel better, they are seeing
both results.
Another aspect of yoga that puts it a cut above other forms of
exercise-and may explain why it has such staying power-is the effect it can
have on the mind. Studies show that yoga can greatly reduce levels of stress
and anxiety, especially if you meditate
afterward. In fact, many practitioners claim to feel "blissed out"
after an invigorating yoga session.
Wai Lana, world-renowned yoga teacher and host of the internationally
aired TV series Wai Lana Yoga,
says, "By helping your mind and senses detach from the things that agitate
them, yoga and meditation can help you achieve a real sense of peace. These
days, people usually start doing yoga to get into shape, but they keep doing
it because it makes them feel good."
Information provided by www.wailana.com.
Wai Lana is the foremost authority on yoga, hosting the world's most-watched
show, Wai Lana Yoga, which airs on five continents, including nationally in
the U.S. on PBS, cable and satellite.
