14/06/2026
Why do we practice yoga? Here’s a lovely quote from BKS Iyengar, explaining the changes that begin to happen when you start practicing yoga.
“Practising asana is not a mechanical activity. Each pose is practiced with intent, awareness and accuracy. Practice brings effortlessness to the pose so that in due course, the body comes to rest in the pose with ease. Along with the body, the mind and intelligence also become stable in the pose. However, this state is experienced much later. In the beginning, asana practice is often considered as a physical workout or as body contortions. Needless to say, yogasana-s are far superior to other types of exercise. Not only do they move muscle mass, but they also exercise the internal organs and the endocrine glands. This effect, especially on the endocrine glands, is inherent only in yogasana-s. The objective of yogasana-s is not to merely strengthen the body but also to bring steadiness to it. Daily practice of asana-s bestows health, loosens the body, and pacifies the mind. It brings stability, balance and discipline to the practitioner's life. A yogi does not deride the body, nor does he obsess over his physique. To the yogi, the body is on par with the mind and intelligence and most importantly, it is a vehicle for the soul."
BKS Iyengar
Arogya Yoga
Thanks for the photo Laura Bell. You can catch her class for the yoga festival at Kirkcaldy Leisure Centre on Sat 20 June at 2pm. This class is suitable for complete beginners and you’ll receive a warm welcome 🙏
All classes at the Kirkcaldy Yoga Festival are £5 and there are also 3 free events.
Affordable, accessible Yoga for everyone and every body.
Link in comments to find out more and book your tickets.
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