International Yoga Day

International Yoga Day is celebrated on June 21st.

The 21st was chosen in reference to summer. On this day, there are several actions related to this physical, mental and spiritual activity with more than 5000 years, such as demonstration sessions and outdoor classes.

On this date, we call for peace and brotherhood among people to build a better world. Initially, this day was called World Yoga Day and in 2014, the United Nations officially declared the date as the “International Yoga Day”.

What is Yoga?

Yoga is derived from the Sanskrit root word “yuj”, which means to unite or connect. The simplest translation for Yoga is “Union”.

It is a practice that aims to work the body and mind in an interconnected way, with exercises that help control stress, anxiety and pain in the body, in addition to improving balance and promoting a sense of well-being.

Adopting a correct body posture and improving breathing capacity are some of the benefits of yoga practice.

Consequently, on a physical level, it exercises the whole body, toning the muscles, improving the digestive and circulatory system.

The benefits of Yoga are not seen in the first weeks of practice, it takes at least 3 months, because as the person practices they can have more body awareness and better control their mind, so they can influence the body in a balanced way. .

Yoga in Portugal

Portugal is one of the countries with the most Yoga practitioners. There are several schools that teach this modality and it is more sought after by the female public.

Yoga can be practiced at all ages, with specific classes for children, pregnant women and the elderly.