The birthplace of yoga is the India and the Etymological origin of this word comes from a very ancient sanskrit root: «yuj «. Means unite or connect. Although it is not known exactly the year in which it originates this discipline, first texts What do they do reference to yoga appear in the seventh century BC
In these writings and teachings, express spiritual reflections about the relationship of the body, matter, with the spirit, the intangible. This mystical conception makes him one of the six systems main philosophical of India.
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Benefits of practicing yoga
There are more than 100 different types of yoga. Each has its own schools y philosophies but in All of them, yoga seeks to connect the human being as a whole. He does it putting it in relation con its interior through postures (asanas)breathing (pranayama) and meditation.
There are many benefits of this practicewhich helps improve flexibility, stretch the muscles and work the joints. Without forgetting that calm the mindreduces the level of cortisol and therefore relaxes the body to have a more restorative sleep.
The wonderful thing is that It can be practiced yoga one any space. However, there is no doubt what do yoga in contact with nature provides more sensory stimuli that are beneficial. Besides, the air practice free can help us obtain the amount of vitamin D appropriate and helps us connect better with the nature.
In fact, many of the positions that take place during yoga practice they have names of animals, flowers and plants. This is done as a way of remember that link what we have with all living beings and with the planet Earth that welcomes us.
Today, with the high stress levels and anxiety are present in society. As Consequencehe interest for this practice has spreadgaining many followers.
It should be noted that, in general, the wellness industry ha grown exponentially. In this way, they have become this type of activitys that encourage self care in a necessitymore than an option.
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What are “yoga retreats”?
And you have never done yogaand withdrawal is he ideal moment to get started on this one wonderful discipline. And the level is usually be affordable for everyone. These types of withdrawals they are usually done in Rural houseshotels or ancient monasteries.
They are spaces in which, besides yogais usually practice meditationare offered interesting workshops and outdoor activities, which allow enjoy the surroundings.
Besides, the gastronomic offer usually especially cared forbetting on a healthy diet con season products y closeness. Come on, spending a weekend at a retreat of these characteristics ensures a complete resetof which We will come out like new.
Benefits of outdoor yoga retreats
In addition to the benefits that the practice itself implies, being outdoors and in the middle of nature helps us will allow you to purify the lungspracticing conscious breathing in an environment with low emissions of carbon dioxide.
Furthermore, being isolated from the madding crowd allows live the experience con greater introspectionaway from stimuli such as the telephone or television.
In fact, hay retreats that are silent. Its objective is to silence external dialogue and disconnect from everything that surrounds us in our daily lives, giving us complete quality time for ourselves.
As They are usually group activitiesthis also us allows you to expand our circle of contacts, as well as seeing how we behave in group dynamics. This allows us get to know each other betterbecome aware of our attitude and improve what is necessary.
All these benefits can generate substantial changes in our life, improving our physiological, mental and emotional state.
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The best yoga retreats in Spain
Do you want to try? In Spain we enjoy of Many options and it is one of the best destinations where enjoy by one quality yoga retreat.
Yogarosa, Ibiza
In the 60s Ibiza was a prominent place inside of the Hippie movement, getting great relevance as magnetic point. Thus, a yoga retreat on the Pitiusa island adds great attraction.
It is quiet retreat is located in a beautiful pineda, surrounded by vegetation and bathed in the Mediterranean breeze. The approach they work is holistic and includes a combination of yoga and meditation which is a balm for the senses.
Masqi, Alicante
This retreat, nestled in a 19th century farmhouse in full Sierra de Mariola in Alicanteis very complete and, in addition to yoga, combines healthy eating, meditation, walks, workshops, massages and concerts. All in one natural environment full of energy.
Vivood, Alicante
Also in the same province, there is this space designed to stimulate the senses and reach the full well-being. It also has a spa, which reflects the eastern traditions of Ayurveda through rituals, natural therapies and massages. Without a doubt, an oasis in which to renew energy and achieve full balance between body, mind and soul.
Hotel La Bionda, Begur (Costa Brava)
For those who do not have a full weekendin this space we offer a agenda of activities related to yogaranging from single classes to retreats lasting several days.
The Ritz-Carlton Abama (Tenerife)
In this luxurious hotel, a modality of andvery particular oga, Fly Yoga, a modality imported from New York that combines yoga, dance, martial arts and pilates, to improve postural hygiene and balance. Classes are multilevel and outdoors.