Let's Do Yoga
Originally published in Arthritis Today

By Christina DiMartino

Why Yoga?

Saying yes to yoga is a decision your body will likely appreciate for some obvious and not-so-obvious reasons. The more often you practice and the longer you spend practicing, the better the benefits you will reap.

Here are just a few things yoga does to make your body happy:

• Improves mood
   
• Promotes relaxation
   
• Increases range of motion
   
• Strengthens muscles, tendons and ligaments that support the joints
   
• Contributes to pain relief
   
• Strengthens bones
   
• Improves blood circulation
   
• Enables deep concentration that promotes clearer thinking and reduces stress
   
• Enhances self-awareness
   
• Increases confidence