CHILD DEVELOPMENT PEDAGOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Yoga is only for Flexible People: FALSE To the contrary, Yoga has greater benefits for those who are inflexible and in need of improving muscle length and joint range of motion. If proper instruction is given, those needing to improve flexibility will see improvements within a few weeks to a month.

Detailed explanation-2: -Yoga and Flexibility In particular, we increase our flexibility through the various poses that are performed in yoga designed to stretch the muscles, making the body limber. The body loves this benefit of yoga because it loosens soreness and tight muscles, and serves as a recharge after more strenuous work activity.

Detailed explanation-3: -Yoga is a form of exercise. True! Yoga asana practice is a form of exercise! It is a great combination of strength training, stretching, balance, flow, and weight-bearing postures that can be done at any age.

Detailed explanation-4: -Yoga improves strength, balance and flexibility. Slow movements and deep breathing increase blood flow and warm up muscles, while holding a pose can build strength. Balance on one foot, while holding the other foot to your calf or above the knee (but never on the knee) at a right angle.

Detailed explanation-5: -If you’re looking to increase your overall flexibility, it’s best to incorporate a combination of breath work, static stretching, and dynamic stretching. Adding strength training can further improve both your flexibility and mobility.