Yoga is not just a form of exercise. The physical practice is just one part of yoga. Yoga postures help you get out of your head as you begin to move in ways you may not be familiar with. Also, the way you hold postures and the postures you choose can result in physiological and neurological changes that influence the way you feel. Breath control or pranayama is another tool used in yoga to improve our mind-body awareness.
How you think, move, and feel affect the rate and rhythm of your breath? How does your posture and muscle tone change when you are anxious or upset? Can changing your posture or the rate of your breathing influence your muscle tone, posture or the way you feel? These are just some of the questions answered through practice.
The practice of yoga gives you the tools to access a mental state where you function and perform at your best. A few minutes a day could make a big difference in your life.