Many of you may have come across the term YOGA. It has been explained and defined in many ways and one is:-
Yoga is a Sanskrit word translated as “yoke” or “union.” To yoke means to draw together, to bind together; or to unite. Its aim is to yoke or create a union of the body, mind, soul, and universal consciousness. This process of uniting the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of ourselves is what allows yogis to experience deep states of freedom, peace and self-realization.

Yoga is an ancient system of physical, mental and spiritual practices that have been passed down through the generations from teacher to student. Yogic practices include breathing techniques, postures, relaxation, chanting, and other meditation methods. There are many different styles of yoga, each with their own unique focus and approach to creating a unitive state.

I came across a nice, one single picture explanation ( Sanskrit word with ENGLISH TRANSLATION besides it) and felt like sharing it here.

Lovely Aviator thanks for sharing.
I love yoga that I practice regularly although not as much as I would love too.

Amandine wrote: Lovely Aviator thanks for sharing.
I love yoga that I practice regularly although not as much as I would love too.

Same here. We tend to be serious only when a need is felt.

I am a witness to how much regular, sincere practitioners benefit as I have couch people in the family. Only, if I could be as sincere and regular.

I had done Tai chi for over ten years,
but recently had to give it up...
I now do sitting Yoga, from
classes on YouTube..

QuietMouse01 wrote: I had done Tai chi for over ten years,
but recently had to give it up...
I now do sitting Yoga, from
classes on YouTube..

I am told one should be careful doing yoga from such instructions, do only simple ones as advanced ones without a teacher or a guide can be tricky if not risky

Have to assess any exercise program, related to your own personal health, injuries, etc.

There are Yoga programs geared to those of us who are older, or with injuries.

These programs often fall into the topic of "Gentle Yoga," or "Chair Yoga"

And even within these, must be cautious not to over extend yourself. Must sure that whatever you are doing is safe for your particular issues.

In general, the vast majority of Yoga taught in the US is really geared to very athletic 20 and 30 year olds and does not really apply to us older folks, folks with injuries, etc.

There are many different parts to Yoga. I still use Yoga breathing, for nasty procedures. It is a kind of self hypnosis.
I still use back exercises too.
We in the West practise Hatha Yoga

I still do my Taoist Tai Chi at home, plus the exercises...
the Chair Yoga is easy to follow and seems safe for me.

I do my PT from my doctors on my leg 3 days a week here it really helps me.