Namaste
The word Yoga is derived from a Sanskrit word meaning to unite. The practice of Yoga leads to the union of individual consciousness with that of the Universal Consciousness, bringing mind & body into perfect harmony.
Union With Yoga is a compassionate and inclusive space for you to unite with yourself, with a loving community, and with a greater consciousness.
Welcome to Union With Yoga, a garden for you to cultivate your wholeness.
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What is Yoga?
Yoga is an ancient practice originating in India that comprises eight limbs.
In the contemporary Western tradition, we tend to only think of the movement-based practice of yoga: the asanas.
However, there are seven other branches of the practice, including breathwork, meditation, and even our attitude towards ourselves and others.
Benefits of Yoga
#1 Improves Flexibility
Almost all yoga positions stretch your body in some way, lengthening the muscles and tendons, as well as widening the range of motion in your joints. Beginner practitioners often feel inadequate or unwelcome due to their lack of flexibility, but this should not be a reason to prevent you from trying yoga. In fact, if you think you lack flexibility, yoga is the perfect activity for you!
#2 Builds Strength
Yoga is a gentle way to build strength in your entire body. A regular yoga practice of even 20 minutes can increase strength in your arms, legs, and core, without the hard impact on the joints that you might feel from other sports or types of exercise. Not everyone comes to yoga to build strength, and luckily there is a wide range of styles to choose from - some soft and restorative, and others quite physically demanding.
#3 Encourages Self-Care
All exercise and movement is a form of self-care, and will likely impact your lifestyle positively. Yoga is even more powerful as a tool for personal well being because it incorporates meditation and breathwork into the physical practice. This helps quiet the mind, connect the breath and body, and ground the practitioner in the present moment. All of these factors combined can bring a greater feeling of inner-peace.
#1 Improves Flexibility
Almost all yoga positions stretch your body in some way, lengthening the muscles and tendons, as well as widening the range of motion in your joints. Beginner practitioners often feel inadequate or unwelcome due to their lack of flexibility, but this should not be a reason to prevent you from trying yoga. In fact, if you think you lack flexibility, yoga is the perfect activity for you!
#3 Encourages Self-Care
All exercise and movement is a form of self-care, and will likely impact your lifestyle positively. Yoga is even more powerful as a tool for personal well being because it incorporates meditation and breathwork into the physical practice. This helps quiet the mind, connect the breath and body, and ground the practitioner in the present moment. All of these factors combined can bring a greater feeling of inner-peace.
Our Mission
At Union With Yoga, we strive to make the ancient practice of Yoga as accessible as possible - for all levels of experience, all ages, and all body types.
This is a space to bring together yogis from all walks of life to expand knowledge, share truth, and discover new wonders.
Free resources, product recommendations, and an opportunity to share you story and meet other like-minded souls on the same path as you.
A Gift From Us to You: This Book (VALUE $17) Is Yours FREE!
If you are just starting out on your journey, you may feel overwhelmed. Please know that the Union With Yoga community has its arms open, and is lucky to have you!
Here is a short eBook we’ve published in order to bring peace of mind to new practitioners who might feel curious but overwhelmed.
Absolute Yoga: Mastering the Healing Art of Health and Tranquility
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