Unlocking the Benefits of Yoga Mudras
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https://doi.org/10.58445/rars.1568Keywords:
Fitness, Health Benefits, Holistic Healing, Inner Peace, Mind-Body ConnectionAbstract
Yoga mudras offer a variety of benefits towards the mental and physical well being of an individual. There are numerous mudras; however, each mudra has a different role that plays in the process of exploring one's inner connection with the body and mind. Many health and emotional dilemmas can be prevented from escalating if there is a consistent practice of yoga postures; however, it isn’t known as a replacement for medicine. With the proper guidance, position, time, mindset, and constancy, incorporating mudras within the routine of daily life can promote a paramount of long term blessings.
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