Hatha Yoga is a holistic Far Eastern method for promoting body awareness, meditation and relaxation. The regular practice of Hatha Yoga helps to prevent the stresses of everyday life and possible psychosomatic complaints such as tension or headaches and to promote self-awareness. The combination of physical exercises and awareness of the breath have a holistic effect on the health of the practitioner. Hormonal controls, nervous system function and digestive activity are improved and well-being is enhanced. Regular practice of everyday meditation exercises and relaxation sequences give participants a good craft for daily practice at home.