Are you new to yoga? Or an experienced yogi looking for a simple explanation when others question you about yoga? You might be surprised to find that yoga is more than just stretching and breathing. In the western world many of us are only aware of asana practice – the physical poses your local instructor takes you through in a class. You might be interested to know that this is only 1 of the 8 limbs of yoga. Take a look at this article to learn more about these 8 limbs, descriptions on popular styles of asana practice and the history of yoga. Enjoy!
What is Yoga?