Yoga for Health An Introduction to Mind-Body Practice

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Beyond the Horizon

Tarik Khan

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Beyond the Horizon: "Join us as we look beyond the everyday, uncovering the stories, strategies, and science behind personal development and lasting health."

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Beyond the Horizon: "Join us as we look beyond the everyday, uncovering the stories, strategies, and science behind personal development and lasting health."

Self-Improvement

Education

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Yoga for Health An Introduction to Mind-Body Practice

Beyond the Horizon

13 minutes 35 seconds

8 months ago

Yoga for Health An Introduction to Mind-Body Practice

Briefing Document: Yoga for Health

Source: Excerpts from "yoga.pdf" (NCCAM Backgrounder, Updated June 2009)

Overview: This document provides an introduction to yoga as a complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) practice. It outlines the history, components, uses, research status, potential risks, and guidance for those considering yoga. The document emphasizes the need for further research and the importance of informing healthcare providers about yoga practice.

Main Themes & Key Ideas:

Yoga as a Mind-Body Practice:

Yoga is defined as a mind-body practice rooted in ancient Indian philosophy.
It combines physical postures (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama), and meditation/relaxation.
The goal is to increase relaxation and balance the mind, body, and spirit. "Yoga is intended to increase relaxation and balance the mind, body, and the spirit."