People of all body shapes can practice yoga.
If we look at the history of yoga, it was previously practiced mainly by women. But it is suitable for all genres.
Yoga is believed to be one of the healthiest forms of exercise. Yoga helps increase the flexibility and strength of the body while strengthening our muscles. It also helps maintain adequate blood circulation and body weight.
There are many myths about Yoga. Let's learn about the myths from Dr. Akash Tanwar, Yoga and Wellness Trainer.
- Only people with good flexibility can do yoga: this is a common mistake. Dr. Akash mentioned that yoga is for everyone, regardless of their flexibility. What matters is the day-to-day practice and not a person's body type, he explained.
- You must be thin to do yoga: The doctor stated that yoga is about staying healthy and therefore body shape and size do not matter. People of all body shapes can practice yoga and everyone should incorporate it into their daily routine.
- Yoga is only for women: If we look at the history of yoga, it was previously practiced mainly by women. But it is suitable for all genres. In today's era, many men practice yoga to stay fit, healthy and away from stress.
- You have to be young to practice yoga: People of all ages can practice yoga. There are different exercises for people of different ages but there is no age specification.
- Yoga is just about stretching arms and legs: Yoga is not just that, yoga involves physical movement that strengthens our body and also maintains the balance of the body. It also helps improve mental focus and can also help keep your lungs healthy.
- You need proper equipment to practice yoga: Yoga does not require any specific equipment. All you need to practice yoga is your body and a comfortable space to practice it. Many things can help practice, but are not necessary for basic practices.
- Yoga has religious connections: Although yoga has roots in religions such as Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism, people today practice yoga to maintain their physical and mental health. It can be practiced by people of any religion.
- You must meditate every day to perform yoga: Although some yoga positions include meditation, there is no compulsion as such. People should focus primarily on physical movement and breathing.
- Yoga is just for relaxation: While yoga primarily helps reduce stress and calm the mind, some forms of yoga require physical strength.
- You can't get injured while practicing yoga: Although yoga is generally safe, injuries can occur, especially if the poses are not practiced correctly. It is recommended that all exercises be performed under the supervision of a qualified instructor.
