Yoga is the most prevalent form of mind-body therapy in practice today. An evidence of this is the sheer number of books, tapes, videos and yoga classes that are available.
Yoga has its origins in India and uses a set of exercises and postures called asanas to relax and tone muscles, massage internal bodily organs, and achieve various states of relaxation.
Breathing exercises called pranayama are an important part of yoga. Pranayama is used primarily to regulate the body's energy levels.
Since the goal of yoga is to achieve calmness of the mind and a healthful and serene state of being, meditation and relaxation play an important role in yoga.
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