Hatha yoga is an ancient form of yoga with thousands of positions to learn.

It also focuses on concentration and helps us connect with our inner selves so we can open up to connection with others.

This can be achieved through meditation, and meditation includes breath work, pranayama.

Hatha Yoga and Pranayama

Prana means life-force, ayama tо regulate оr lengthen. In othеr words, practicing Pranayama can improve one’s health and vitality through the breath.

There are a number of breathing patterns, each with different effects, which can all add up to better breathing.

This breathing can lead to increased detoxification as you remove stale air from the lungs.

You can also breathe out toxins being stripped from the body through improved blood circulation which the yoga movements offer.

Most of us think of the physical benefits of yoga, but Hatha has been shown to offer increased energy, less stress, better moods and sleep, and decreased anxiety. It is hard to be at our best when we are sick. Through improving our physical body, everything else will start to become easier.

Even those with health issues can benefit from Hatha yoga.

When done carefully with the help of a good teacher, Hatha can help with a bad back, joint pain, muscle pain, bad knees, problems with circulation or digestion, and even with weight control or weight loss.

The Pranayama can help with allergies, asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder (COPD).

Meditation helps improve focus, concentration and memory – all ideal for seniors who want to maintain a busy, active lifestyle, especially if they are still working.

With all of these benefits, why not check out your local yoga studios to see which of the offer Hatha, and try an introductory class. Then see what a difference Hatha yoga can make to your life.