Yoga is a program of precise posture and breathing.
It can be practiced by people of all ages and physical conditions. Yoga, which began 5,000 years ago in India, may be the oldest mind-body health system we know about. Yoga unites mind, body, and spirit to reach the highest possible levels of consciousness. It has been defined as a system of personal development. As a complementary medical therapy, it is a good way to gain a state of relaxation.