With the backbone straight, lean slightly forward and relax. Becoming comfortable physically and mentally is the first goal. Eyes should be closed and breathing steady. Focus on feelings of contentment and peace. Stretching exercises and postures are added as this initial skill is developed.
Yoga is as much a spiritual as a physical practice.
Doing yoga can reduce levels of stress and bring about feelings of relaxation and well-being. Yoga contributes to overall physical fitness and it can help reduce the pain of some chronic illness. It can help eliminate headaches and insomnia. Yoga is a complementary therapy. It improves feelings of well- being and can enhance quality of life for some patients with cancer.