In the ever-evolving landscape, efforts to achieve balance and well-being have become an integral aspect of the lifestyle we embrace. Amidst the challenges and demands of daily routines, more and more people are turning to the practice of yoga because it encompasses breathing exercises, meditation, and assuming postures (sometimes referred to as asanas or poses) that stretch and flex various muscle groups. "The goal of yoga is to build strength, awareness, and harmony in the mind and body," explains Natalie Nevins, DO, a certified family osteopathic physician and certified Kundalini Yoga instructor in Hollywood, California.

Anyone can start a yoga session, whether you are a couch potato or a professional athlete. Size and fitness level don't matter in yoga because there are modifications for every yoga pose and movement for beginners. The idea is to explore your limits, not strive for perfection like a pretzel. It is a great way to align your body and mind. Relaxation techniques in yoga can reduce chronic pain, such as lower back pain, arthritis, and headaches. Research also shows that yoga and meditation can improve executive function, such as reasoning, decision-making, memory, learning, reaction time, and accuracy of mental acuity tests.

Besides elongating the spine and strengthening the arms, shoulders, and legs, this pose also increases blood flow to your brain. By improving circulation to this area, you can experience greater energy and mental clarity, helping you overcome anxiety and stress-causing issues. To perform this pose, start on your hands and knees, then lift your hips up, forming an inverted "V" shape. Press your palms into the mat, keeping your spine straight. Hold for 30 seconds to 1 minute, then return to Child Pose. Pregnant women should avoid this pose if they feel any discomfort in any part of their body and consult a doctor to prevent further problems.

This pose is the perfect way to end a session as it also serves as a meditation that helps improve mental health and relax the body. All you need to do is lie on your back, with your legs and arms relaxed but extended, keep your body straight and your palms facing upwards. Take a few deep breaths and hold this pose for at least five minutes to reap the full health benefits.

Actually, there are still many more yoga poses that can be tried. If you're too lazy to go to the gym or yoga classes, Dream friends can do yoga sessions at home with guidance on movements from the Garmin Venu 3 watch. There are already several yoga sessions on the watch, you just have to start and follow the movement animation that appears on the screen. Dream friends can also create their own yoga workout sessions, with movements that can be chosen according to comfort and flexibility through the Garmin Connect App and send them to the watch.