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TOPIC GUIDES > Yoga

The term Yoga means "union" and is a traditional Hindu method of healing the mind and body.  It is usually understood to mean Hatha Yoga, which contains three main elements, exercises, breathing and meditation.  The exercises or posture essentially stretch and strengthen the body, thereby improving natural flexibility and durability.  Regular practice of Yoga enhances the clarity of the mind and ensures that we have strong and supple bodies. 

Yoga has been proven to be useful for conditions such as...

  • anxiety,
  • arthritis,
  • headache,
  • migraine,
  • multiple sclerosis,
  • osteoporosis,
  • pregnancy,
  • rheumatoid arthritis and more

Yoga explained

Benefits of yoga

Yoga classes in Adelaide

Yoga resources