Why yoga?

Not sold yet on trying out yoga?
Yoga has an incredible array of benefits, mentally, emotionally, and physically, from the inside out.

Yoga is for everybody.
Old and young, fit or not so fit, flexible or not so flexible. Everyone can practice yoga. Whether you practice once a week or on a daily basis, yoga enriches your life! You will quickly experience the positive benefits on your body and mind.

Let us tell you some of these benefits and see if we can help you make the next step in joining us on the mat.

stress reduction
Yoga helps you to chill.
It will decrease the stress hormone cortisol, lower the blood pressure and heart rate and this will cause numerous benefits: better digestion, increased immunity, reduced symptoms of anxiety, depression, fatigue and insomnia.

cardiovascular health
Even the milder yoga exercises have cardiovascular benefits.
They will lower the heart rate, increase endurance and improve the intake of oxygen.
pain reduction
Another benefit of practicing yoga is that it can reduce pain. Research has shown that practicing yoga and meditation relieves even chronic pain.

strong, lean, flexible muscles
In the yoga asana (postures) every muscle in the body is used and physical strength is built from head to toe. Tight muscles become more flexible and the practice of yoga will give you a better posture that leads to less pain in the neck, shoulders and back area.

more energy
People that practice yoga on a regular basis indicate that they feel more energized. Yoga causes a complete detox. During a yoga class, different organs are stimulated and this causes an improvement of blood supply. This way the body is able to detox is a very effective way.

improved breathing
Yoga teaches people to breathe slower and deeper. This leads to improved lung capacity and deep relaxation. The amount of oxygen in the body will be increased this way.

radiant skin
Due to the improved blood supply in the body and the detoxing effect, yoga will help you achieve more healthy and radiant skin.

kindness
Yoga helps you focus on the present moment and create a better balance between body and mind. And… yoga will help you to feel happier and kinder, to yourself and others. Yoga turns your frown upside down!