International Yoga Day is celebrated every year on 21 June all over the world. This day reminds that the health of our body and mind can be improved not only by medicines, but also by Indian traditions like yoga. Since Korona, awareness about health has increased and the importance of yoga has been felt even more. This time the theme is “Yoga for One Earth, One Health \” means yoga is important for society as well as society. On this occasion, we talked to Delhi’s Yoga Teacher Prashant ji, who has been teaching yoga for the last several years.
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While doing yoga, many people make hurry and start with difficult rugs, which can cause injury. Prashant ji says that patience is the most important thing in yoga. Do not do yoga without preparation or correct guidance. Nowadays people are becoming more active about yoga, especially the trend of online classes, apps, and yoga retreat has increased rapidly, due to which people are now able to learn yoga sitting at home till the village.
There are many misconceptions among people about yoga, such as it is only for the elderly or needs a lot of time. Prashant ji tells these things completely wrong and says that yoga is for everyone, it is just a need to give some time every day. Technology has also played a big role in the spread of yoga. Apps and virtual classes have made it very easy.
How does it help in mental peace?
Prashant said that yoga provides relief to the brain. Meditation and pranayama reduces anxiety and anger. Sleep is also good. Yoga is very effective in problems like depression and anxiety.
What should be a yoga diet?
Prashant ji said that homemade, low spices, fresh food is best. Such as lentils, vegetables, chapati, fruits, salads and buttermilk. Avoid eating very fried or spicy, it brings lethargy in the body.