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What is yoga and what are its main elements?

Yoga is an Indian system uniting body, mind and spirit; its main elements are asanas (postures), pranayama (breathing) and meditation.

State any three benefits of practising yoga.

It improves flexibility and posture, calms the mind and improves concentration, and helps prevent and manage lifestyle disorders.

How does pranayama help students?

Controlled breathing reduces stress, increases the supply of oxygen and improves concentration, which helps in studies.

Name two asanas and one benefit of each.

Bhujangasana improves the flexibility of the spine; Shavasana relaxes the body and relieves stress and fatigue.

State any three benefits of practising yoga.

It improves flexibility and posture, calms the mind and improves concentration, and helps prevent and manage lifestyle disorders.

How does pranayama help students?

Controlled breathing reduces stress, increases the supply of oxygen and improves concentration, which helps in studies.

What is the benefit of Shavasana?

It is a relaxation posture that relieves stress, fatigue and tension and calms the body and mind.

What precautions should be taken while practising yoga?

Practise on an empty stomach in a clean, airy place, wear loose clothing, move gently without strain and follow proper technique.

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An ancient Indian system that unites the body, mind and spirit through postures, breathing and meditation, promoting health and inner peace.

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Asanas (physical postures), pranayama (breathing techniques) and meditation.

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Yoga is an ancient Indian system that unites the body, mind and spirit through postures, breathing and meditation, promoting health and inner peace. This chapter explains the meaning and importance of yoga and its benefits for physical fitness, mental calm, concentration and the prevention and management of many lifestyle disorders. It describes the elements of yoga, including asanas (physical postures), pranayama (breathing techniques) and meditation, and explains common asanas such as Tadasana, Vajrasana, Padmasana, Bhujangasana and Shavasana, along with their techniques and benefits. The chapter highlights how regular practice improves flexibility, posture, digestion, breathing and emotional balance, and how pranayama and meditation reduce stress and improve concentration, which helps students in their studies. It also notes simple precautions for practising yoga safely. By presenting yoga as a holistic and accessible path to wellness, the chapter encourages students to make it a regular part of a healthy lifestyle.

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Yoga

An Indian discipline uniting body, mind and spirit for health and peace.

Asana

A yoga posture practised for physical and mental benefits.

Pranayama

Yogic breathing techniques that control the breath.

Meditation

A practice of focused attention that calms the mind.

Shavasana

A relaxation posture that relieves stress and fatigue.

Surya Namaskar

A sequence of postures performed as a salutation to the Sun.

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