Yoga originated in ancient India thousands of years ago, predating any established religion or belief system. Shiva is believed to be the first Yogi (Adiyogi) and the first Guru (teacher).

Thousands of years ago, on the banks of Lake Kantisarovar in the Himalayas, Adiyogi shared his extensive wisdom and knowledge with seven legendary sages because it was impossible to convey all his knowledge to just one person.

Yoga is an art which connects our body, mind and soul together and makes us strong and peaceful. Yoga is necessary because it keeps us fit, helps burst stress, and maintains our overall health. A healthy mind can concentrate well and do everything. It allows one to achieve stillness and to tap into the consciousness of inner self. It also helps in learning how to rise above the pull of mind, emotions and lower bodily needs and face challenges of day to day life. Yoga works on the level of one’s body, mind and energy. Regular practice of yoga brings positive changes in the practitioner’s strong muscles, flexibility.

Yoga has numerous benefits if we look at it closely. You will get relief when you practice it regularly. As it keeps away the ailments from our mind and body. Furthermore, yoga helps in sharpening our mind and improving our intelligence. We can achieve a higher level. It refreshes our mind and frees tension.

Our respiratory system works better if we practice yoga. All the parts in our body work perfectly. There are eight limbs in Yoga. There are Yama, Niyama, Pranayama, Prathyahara, Dhyana, Dharana, Samadhi, Asana. It helps us to concentrate, get focused. There are twelve asanas in Surya Namaskara. Practicing Surya Namaskara is good for health.