Hatha yoga is not exercise. Understanding the mechanics of the body, creating a certain atmosphere, and then using body postures to drive your energy in specific directions is what hatha yoga or yogasanas are about. “Asana” means a “posture.” That kind of posture which allows you to reach your higher nature is a yogasana. There […]
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There is some research that focuses specifically on the benefits of hatha, though most of those studies define hatha using the umbrella term (i.e., yoga that combines poses and breathing techniques) rather than specifying it as yoga that’s slower-paced and focused on alignment. With that caveat in mind, those studies suggest the broad category of
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1-Hatha yoga strengthens your core musclesDoing Hatha yoga poses like plank pose and warrior I pose can help strengthen your core muscles, which include the muscles in your abdomen, sides, pelvis, and back. Core muscles are important for overall body function since strong core muscles can help prevent lower back pain, improve your balance, and
