Astanga Yoga

Patanjali's Eightfold path of Yoga (also called Eight Limbs of Classical Yoga). These are:

1. Yama, which means social restraints or ethical values;
2. Niyama, which is personal observance of purity, tolerance, and study;
3. Asanas or physical exercises;
4. Pranayama, which means breath control or regulation;
5. Pratyahara or sense withdrawal in preparation for Meditation;
6. Dharana, which is about concentration;
7. Dhyana, which means Meditation; and
8. Samadhi, which means ecstasy.

Benefits Yoga:

• §  Brings down stress and enhances powers of relaxation
• §  Boosts physical strength, stamina and flexibility
• §  Bestows greater powers of concentration and self control
• §  Inculcates impulse Control
• §  Helps in rehabilitation of old and new injuries
• §  Intensifies tolerance to pain and enhancing mental clarity
• §  Boosts functioning of the immune system
• §  Enhances posture and muscle tone
• §  Improves blood circulation
• §  Results in healthy, glowing skin
• §  Cleanses and improves overall organ functioning
• §  Bestows peace of mind and a more positive outlook to life
• §  Infuses a sense of balance and internal harmony