“For those who seek liberation wholeheartedly, realization is near.” (1.21) ~ The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali (Hartranft, p. 98)
Yoga at Midlife
One of the many benefits of the increased integration of yoga into modern life is that, along with more people practicing yoga throughout the United States and experiencing the physical and spiritual benefits, health scientists have begun to take notice. For decades, there has been a strong and accepted link between physical activity and health, to include countering the effects of aging. Emerging scientific evidence demonstrates that yoga and meditation practices can slow physical and mental decline – even on a cellular level – and more importantly, contribute to extending health and well-being.
Popular sources as varied as The New York Times and the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) are now discussing the results of research into the health benefits of yoga to form recommendations for healthy living. …