Learn 8 Benefits Of Yoga: International Yoga Day

On June 9, the Department of Youth Affairs shared an informative message on the upcoming International Yoga Day on June 21.   

The post highlighted several benefits of yoga such as boosted energy, improved physical and mental health, and body postures. The post aimed to encourage individuals to start their yoga journey.   

Here are the 8 incredible benefits of Yoga as stated by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports

1. Improved flexibility and range of motion

2. Increased strength muscle tone

3. Reduced stress and anxiety

4. Improved sleep quality

5. Reduced risk of energy

6. Improved cardiovascular health

7. Increased energy and vitality

8. Enhanced immune health

Days before the 9th International Yoga Day, On May 31, PM Modi reminded citizens of the significance of this practice through his Twitter post.  

This year’s theme is Yoga for Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam which aims at a healthier and happier society.  

In the last eight years, International Yoga Day revolved around the following themes:  

• Yoga for Harmony & Peace (2015)  

• Connect the Youth (2016)  

• Yoga for Health (2017)  

• Yoga for Peace (2018)  

• Climate Action (2019)  

• Yoga for Health- Yoga at Home (2020)  

• Yoga for Wellness (2021)  

• Yoga for Humanity (2022)  

This day is celebrated with the aim of worldwide awareness of the benefits of practising yoga. The consistent efforts of PM Narendra Modi led the United Nations General Assembly to declare June 21 as International Yoga Day.   

The United Nations General Assembly endorsed that "Yoga provides a holistic approach to health and well-being apart from striking a balance between all aspects of life.

The wider dissemination of information about the benefits of practising Yoga would be beneficial for the health of the world population."   

This initiative was further endorsed by 175 member states. As per the UN, “the importance of individuals and populations making healthier choices and following lifestyle patterns that foster good health.”    

The late B. K. S. Iyengar, a practitioner stated, “Yoga cultivates the ways of maintaining a balanced attitude in day-to-day life and endows skill in the performance of one’s actions.”