Today, Sunday 21 June, the world celebrates the International Day of Yoga, and this year the celebration comes under the slogan "Yoga at home and with the family". The benefits of yoga are multiple and can be a reason to succeed in the battle of losing weight.

In accordance with the United Nations General Assembly Resolution on December 11, 2014, June 21 was declared the International Day of Yoga. The resolution called on all member states, observer states, organizations of the United Nations system, other international and regional organizations, and civil society, including governmental organizations and individuals, to celebrate this day as appropriate and in accordance with national priorities, in order to raise awareness of the benefits of practicing yoga.

According to the United Nations website, yoga is a powerful tool for dealing with stress and isolation, as well as being important for maintaining a healthy body.

Several studies have confirmed that yoga is a promising way to help change behavior, lose weight, keep calories burned, and reduce stress. These factors may help you reduce food intake and realize the effects of overeating.

The United Nations said in a post on its website on the occasion of the International Day of Yoga 2020, that while the measures of social separation adopted by countries to combat the Covid-19 pandemic led to the closure of yoga clubs and other places of social activities, yoga enthusiasts resorted to practicing them in homes and benefiting from related resources Available out in the internet.

She added that with schools closed and summer vacation activities canceled, parents may have difficulty maintaining the physical activity of their children, so yoga can help in this regard.

The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) notes that children can exercise and benefit from a variety of yoga poses, just like adults, without any harm or consequences. These benefits include increased flexibility, fitness, alertness and relaxation.

 What yoga?

And yoga is an ancient form of exercise that focuses on strength, flexibility and breathing to promote physical and mental well-being, according to the UK's National Health Service. It is classified as a meditation sport.

Yoga originated in India about 5,000 years ago, and has been adapted in other countries in various ways. Most medical studies indicate that yoga is a safe and effective way to increase physical activity, especially strength, flexibility and balance.

There is some evidence that yoga is beneficial for those suffering from high blood pressure, heart disease and aches, including lower back pain, depression and stress.

However, it is important not to overstate the benefits of yoga, and to understand that it may be a catalyst in improving some conditions, but it is not a substitute for medical treatment, whether pharmacological, psychological or surgical.

There are many different yoga styles, such as "Ashtanga", "Iyengar", and "Sivananda", and some methods are more powerful than others.

It is advised to practice yoga in a training session with a specialized trainer, in order to reduce the possibility of injuries, and you should consult a doctor if you are elderly or suffer from diseases.

We have attached many videos from the island with the report, you can watch them to learn more about yoga movements, but choose the style that suits you after consulting your doctor or trainer.

Yoga to get rid of extra pounds

Yoga may also be an effective tool to help you lose weight, especially the more powerful forms of yoga, and the relaxation that results from it may also help you lose weight.

Many experts agree that yoga works in various ways to achieve a healthy weight, such as:

1- Developing mental alertness, which can make you more aware of how different foods affect your mind and body, and this may help you resist unhealthy foods.

2- Yoga can help improve your sleep quality, and good sleep is often associated with weight loss.

3- Strong yoga patterns help you burn calories, which may help prevent weight gain or loss, such as the Ashtanga pattern.

How do yoga do to lose weight?

1- Choose a style that suits your health, and consult that trainer or doctor.

2- Practice yoga at least 3 to 5 times a week for at least one hour.

3- If you are a beginner, start slowly and gradually increase your activity. This allows you to build your strength and flexibility and prevent injuries.

4- If you do not have enough time for an hour, do at least 20 minutes.

5- Allow yourself a full day of rest every week.

6- Combine doing yoga with activities like walking, biking or swimming, to get additional benefits for your heart and blood vessels.