RELAXATION

Meditation has many different meanings, depending on the individual. Some see it as a practice that enables them to find peace and organise their thoughts, while others see it as a way to connect with their spirituality, a higher-power, or simply as an appreciation of a divine essence that represents a greater meaning.

In our previous article, we focused on five intermediate stretches and poses to help us deepen our range of motion in the back muscles and spine, and provide relief to back pain. We can now gradually start incorporating more demanding yoga poses into our routine that will add more strength and flexibility. This will aid in alleviating back pain and injuries, as well as improving back muscle and spinal health.

For many of us breathing is just a process of inhalation and exhalation. Most of the time we do it unconsciously, and understand that without breathing there is no life. Today, modern medicine, building on ancient traditions and practices, shows us that different forms and ways of breathing can promote health and prevent diseases.

If you have found relief regarding your back pain by following the stretches and poses from the previous article, then it’s time to start with more demanding exercises that will furthermore improve the blood flow and reduce the stiffness.

Back pain is a common issue many face, and research shows that nearly 10% of people worldwide experience at some point discomfort in their lower back. Exercises often help, but when we are short on time is when yoga stretches are extremely helpful as they promote blood flow and can alleviate some of the pain, stiffness and discomfort.