International Yoga Day

International Yoga Day Facts & Quotes

• Yoga practicioners were 36.7 million in 2016, up from 20.4 million in 2012, according to a study by Yoga Alliance and Yoga Journal.
• Among the hundreds of yoga varieties, Hatha Yoga is the most popular. It consists of many postures, meditation and breathing techniques.
• The word yoga is derived from the Sanskrit language. The word means to join or unite, referring to the union of body and mind.
• Doga was invented in 2002. It's a form of yoga for a dog and owner that aims to created harmony and energy flow between the dog and the owner.
• Yoga is a sport that can contribute to development and peace. Yoga can even help people in emergency situations to find relief from stress. - UN General Secretary, Ban Ki-moon
• Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self. - The Bragavad Gita, Hindu scripture

International Yoga Day Top Events and Things to Do

• Stretch at home. Stretching will help do yoga and will also help you relax and work out muscle stiffness from daily activities and routines.
• Do yoga! International Yoga Day is a great time to pick up this pastime and perhaps get a discount, if not, check Groupon for some more affordable offers to try yoga.
• Take a moment to relax and listen to your heart beat. A large part of yoga is mental and spiritual and requires that you are relaxed and in control.
• Watch a documentary about the benefits of yoga and how they can change negative experiences and improve quality of life. Our favorites: Why We Breathe. A Yoga Documentary and Enlighten Up!.
• Sign up for a yoga retreat in a spot of your choice. Retreats can last any amount of time and aim to help participants connect with their inner selves and relax throughout the day.

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