What is Mindful Yoga?
Mindful yoga is a practice that combines the principles of mindfulness meditation with the physical movements and postures of yoga. It involves bringing non-judgmental awareness to the present moment, paying attention to the sensations in the body, the breath, and thoughts and emotions that arise during practice. Yoga and meditation complement each other and, when practiced regularly, are an excellent mind–body discipline for anyone who wishes to move toward greater physical and mental health and well-being. Beyond the physical benefits of yoga, such as better circulation, increased flexibility, strength and balance, individuals can also experience deeper relaxation, greater presence, improved focus and concentration, increased body awareness, self-acceptance, and overall well-being by practicing mindful yoga regularly. The emphasis during mindful yoga is not on achieving perfect postures or becoming...