6 ESSENTIAL BENEFITS OF YOGA FOR CHILDREN.....

Yoga is a group of physical, mental and spiritual practices and disciplines. Yoga originated from India. Yoga is good for adults as well as children. Doing yoga reduces the stress; develops the power of concentration which helps the children to a great extent in their studies. Yoga makes the body flexible; helps to gain strength, feel calm and relaxed. Doing yoga increases one's confidence with a positive approach to everything.

Yoga is basically a system of exercises for mental and physical well being.

Its benefits are as follows:

1. Yoga is primarily a stress-buster. In this modern world, people (including high school children) are preoccupied with their work, leading to stress and tension. Yoga helps to ease that tension.

2. Pranayama the Yogic breathing exercises help us to have a steady mind and a sense of relaxation.

3. Yoga helps one to gain mental endurance and physical stamina thus maintaining a harmony between mind, body and soul.

4. Yoga increases the concentration of a person hence he/she is able to focus on a particular work more efficiently and children are able to perform well academically as well.

5. Yoga helps to spread positivity.

6. Practicing Yoga regularly, at least 15 minutes a day, ensures a healthy physique.