Inevitably, we have all heard of yoga and are aware of some baseline benefits of yoga equipment and reasons to pursue the practice every few days a week at the least.
But what is yoga exactly? How much do we know about it? Why do some people practice it religiously and others as if their life depended on it? How come when certain successful individuals talk about adopting some life-changing habits, yoga is almost always a part of their journey to healing and success? How exactly can doing yoga be involved in helping one get their life sorted out?
Let’s find out.
Origins and Development of Yoga
The term ‘Yoga’ was generated by the term ‘Yuj’ from the Sanskrit language, ‘Yuj’ in Sanskrit, is taken to mean ‘to unite’ or ‘to join’ symbolizing the unison of individual consciousnesses with that of the universal consciousness. This symbolic union is taken to indicate the achievement of a harmonious balance between the mind and the body.
The Origins of Yoga Uniting Mind and Body
As Yogic literature would say, a oneness’ between the body and the soul, for yoga calms the mind’s rushing train of thoughts and also calms the tensions in the body with its stretching and still holding poses. It forces one to slow down not only physically but also mentally. It makes one pause in the moment and focus on the here and the now. That mere act induces a state of calm and tranquility that makes an individual want to live for the present moment more than to be in the past or the future mentally at any given time.
Yoga’s Diverse Impact Athletes, Spiritual Seekers, and Mental Health Advocates
Yoga is one of the more effective forms of exercise since it involves deep breathing and other mindfulness, bits, and pieces of meditation here and there. It has perhaps evolved to reach the masses rather than remain a secret among the Himalayan yogis because of its intelligent use of psychological techniques to calm the mind and the heart while at the same time helping the practician gain more active control over their emotions.
It lets an individual connect with their inner turmoil and helps them work through themselves while embarking on an emotionally healing journey.
Athletes Seekers
Athletes not only seek flexibility through yoga but also a better sense of understanding of their bodies so they can work in harmony with their limbs and gain mastery in their art through improvised control and instinctive movements.
Spiritual Seekers
The more spiritual folk seek enlightenment and harmony through the art of mindfulness that comes as a part and parcel of yoga and desire to achieve the ‘oneness’ between the universal and individual consciousness. To be present in a moment yet be in a happy place.
Mental Health Advocates
People with awareness and knowledge of the importance of mental health seek to master the craft of thoughtlessness or slowing down and observing their own train of thought to see what they can work on or change.
For most people, Yoga is the first step on their ladder to self-discipline. It acts as a first step to gradual, eventual, and imminent healing. Helping people get their thoughts in order, provides hope for the missing pieces in their lives to slowly start falling into place.
Types of Yoga Equipment
If you are a beginner and pondering upon the kinds of equipment you’ll need to get started on a daily, at-home yoga routine, here is a list to help you.
- Yoga Mat
- Meditation Pillow
- Yoga Pants
- Yoga Mat Bag
- Water Bottle
- Sand Bags
- Yoga Strap
- Yoga Block
- Yoga Towels
- Yoga Wheel
- Resistance Bands
- Massage Guns
- Foam Roller
You can also use eye pillows and yoga chairs if you want but they aren’t really necessary unless you are practicing with the elderly.
On the other hand, if you are well aware of what you need and are a yoga enthusiast, you can get in touch with one of our representatives and get the equipment you need.
On our website, you can have a look at yoga mats, yoga bricks, kettlebells, light weights, resistance bands, and some more yoga-oriented equipment that might pique your interest.
Yoga Essentials to Have at Home
If you’re wondering whether you really need tons of equipment at home, no, you don’t. However, a few essential must-haves may include the following:
- Yoga Mat
- Meditation Pillow
- Tracksuit (something comfortable you can stretch in)
- Yoga Mat Bag
- Water Bottle
- Massage Guns (just to be on the safe side in cases of yoga-induced strains)
- Sand Bags
- Resistance Bands
Good news for all H&Co. clients and regular blog readers, we have all of these in-store, hurry and place your order before our stocks run out!
Why Get Yoga Equipment for Personal Use
The world has just lived through a pandemic that caused all of mankind to limit themselves to the boundaries of their homes. One cannot blame anyone for being a little too hygiene-conscious while we gradually crawl out of the pandemic mindset and hope to recover.
However, there are various other reasons one might prefer to continue their Yoga practice at home.
No Time Constraints Yoga at Your Own Pace
For one, there is peace and quiet whenever one feels like having some time in solitude. There is no one timing us, so we can do our yoga for however long we feel comfortable doing it. Everyone has different bodies and no one has the right to judge another person’s life fitness choices. We can take as many water breaks at home as we want and can easily multitask and squeeze in a quick Yoga session while they are cooking.
Mindful Bliss Combining Yoga with Reading and Music
You can be reading and doing yoga at the same time and never feel calmer and more relaxed at any other moment during the day. We can listen to our favorite music; we can have it playing in the background or be wearing headphones as we stretch. One doesn’t have to be too conscious about how their body looks while in a yoga pose because we’re in our own personal space and we’re comfortable.
H&Co. Your Source for Quality Yoga Equipment
Hadayat & Co. has the best Life Fitness and Vibe Fitness gym equipment in Pakistan. We have durable, quality equipment in only new condition and also offer the best gym equipment prices in Pakistan, which is the most affordable and reasonable in comparison to the general market rates offered by other competitors for similar gym accessories and fitness supplements, etc.
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