Flexibility and Posture

Yoga is not just about impressive poses: it is a system that improves flexibility, stability and proper alignment of the body. Based on the principles of Hatha Yoga, as described in the “Hatha Yoga Pradipika”, asanas (postures) aim to restore the natural position of the spine and joints.

Scientific Evidence

Clinical studies have shown that:

• After 12 weeks of regular practice, patients with osteoarthritis of the lower extremities increased the range of motion in their joints by 15–20%, while they felt significantly less flexible in the initial stages.

• Improvement in posture was associated with a decrease in musculoskeletal pain, especially in the lower back.

These results indicate that yoga can enhance mobility and reduce the feeling of pain.

Improving posture is not only about aesthetics, but also about the long-term health of the spine. Yoga reduces musculoskeletal tension, prevents hunching and relieves the back, especially for those who work long hours sitting. The flexibility of the hips and the opening of the chest facilitate deep breathing ventilation, enhancing tissue oxygenation.

Other benefits

• Stress and Anxiety Reduction: Synchronized breathing reduces cortisol, as studies on the effect of yoga on the nervous system show.

• Spirit Revitalization: The practice of asanas combined with conscious breathing promotes mindfulness, enhancing inner peace, as stated in the Upanishad: “Yogaḥ cittavṛtti nirodhaḥ” (stabilization of the mind through yoga).

• Improves Attention and Concentration: The movement of the body from one position to the next and the static positions in a Hatha Yoga practice require mental control, thus gradually training the brain to focus and manage distractions.

• Mind-Body Connection: Conscious movement strengthens the connection between the nervous system and muscle tissue, contributing to harmony within the body, as described in the classic texts of the Upanishads and confirmed by modern neurophysiological research.

Conclusion

With 2–3 yoga sessions per week, you not only gain flexibility and endurance, but also take care of the long-term health of the spine.

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“Yoga begins where your comfort zone ends”