International Yoga Day 2022

 From 2015 onwards, International Yoga Day is observed to spread consciousness among the people about the importance of Yoga and its effects on human health. Yoga is an exercise to balance the body with the mind. It originated in ancient times and was practiced by yogis. Yoga includes exercise, meditation, and breathing techniques. Derived from the Sanskrit language, the word “Yoga” refers to uniting.

When is International Yoga Day 2022?
International Yoga Day is on Tuesday, 21st June 2022

What is the Theme of International Yoga Day 2022?
International Yoga Day 2022 theme is “Yoga for Humanity“.

What is the edition of International Day of Yoga 2022?
The 8th edition of International Yoga-2022 (IYD-2022) will be conducted on June 21, in Mysore, Karnataka.

History of International Yoga Day

International Day of Yoga was declared by the United Nations General Assembly in its resolution A/Res/69/131 on December 11, 2014, on the strong appeal of the Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi that an international day must be nominated to highlight the importance and need of yoga in today’s life. 
Yoga is a unique concept derived from India’s ancient tradition. It represents the unity of mind and body, soul, thought, and action. This keeps harmony between man and nature. It has a holistic approach to health and well-being. It is not only about exercise but to learn to become one with nature. Being conscious about our health and changing our lifestyle would help in well-being. Let us see how to celebrate International Yoga Day, how to practise it and the benefits of Yoga!

International Yoga Day Celebration

International Yoga Day is not a public holiday. On this day, universities, colleges, schools, and NGOs arrange awareness programs and sessions about Yoga. The government of India contributes to promote this day by arranging grand yoga teachings across the country.

Ideas to celebrate International Yoga Day:-

• Organize a Yoga session with your family members
• Watch yoga session videos & training on YouTube and learn how to practise yoga.
• Tell your children about yoga and its importance.
• Read articles about yoga and share your knowledge with others using Social Media platforms.
• Share your favorite quotes about Yoga.
• Share your yoga practice with friends and followers on Social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat) to encourage people.

Benefits of practicing Yoga

• Increases flexibility
• Increases strength
• Improves the posture
• Helps to keep joints active & healthy
• A powerful technique for practicing meditation.
• Reduces stress.
• Keeps blood pressure low.
• Helps to make healthier life choices for food, body, and mind.

Yoga is a great way to stay healthy and energetic. You will also feel more focused and alert. It helps you to function better in your daily life.

Yoga helps to cure below body ailments :-

1. Poor blood circulation
2. High blood pressure
3. Arthritis
4. Osteoporosis
5. Limited mobility
6. Lower back pain
7. Trouble in breathing
8. Headache
9. Tension or stress
10. Depression

Impact of Yoga on daily life :-

• It reduces the risk of injury. Each yoga pose targets specific muscles.
• Increases concentration because of rhythm and breathing.
• Helps to understand the connection of mind with body. Yoga requires you to focus all your energy on each movement. This helps the mind and body to work in sync
• Improves balance and stability. Balancing posture requires you to use your core muscles & it helps improve your overall stability.
• Improves posture. Yoga poses strengthen and make tight areas of the body like the shoulders and muscles of the upper back flexible.
• Develops body awareness. It requires contracting or relaxing specific muscles as you stretch in each pose. It helps you become more aware of your body’s strengths and weaknesses.

How to start Yoga at home

1. Identify a comfortable spot for your yoga practice at home

2. Choose a specific time to do yoga.

3. Get your yoga accessories like mat and pillow

4. Choose your yoga style/routine.

5. Always relax in Shavasana (sleeping posture) at the end.

6. Practice yoga every day.

Difference between Ancient Yoga Fitness & Modern-style Health Fitness

Ancient Yoga Fitness

• Regular practice of Yogasana destroys the disorder of mind along with the physical impurities.
• Your body becomes flexible.
• People of all ages can do Yogasana & Pranayama.
• It acts on your Body, Mind and Soul together

Modern-style Health Fitness

• Modern style fitness like Zumba , Aerobics doesn’t affect your mind.
• You get tired immediately.
• Old age people can’t do these exercises.
• Sometimes your body becomes very stiff after practicing these exercises.

Prernamurti Bharti Shriji often preaches in her discourse that Yoga can change your life. She teaches the technique of practicing Yogasana and Pranayama(Breathing Technique) and insists on doing it daily so as to get fully benefited from it.. She asks to practice reciting the Omkar mantra (sound technique) which increases concentration. Satprerna Trust, founded with the inspiration of Prernamurti Bharti Shriji, keeps organizing health awareness sessions on Yogasana and Pranayama from time to time.

7 chakra meditation & relaxation music Mahashivratri 2022| Prernamurti Bharti Shriji

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