Yoga Day celebrates the power of balance, breath, and mindfulness. A reminder to reconnect with self through movement, stillness, and inner peace, the day is observed globally on June 21st. This year, we are celebrating Yoga Day with the theme 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health’, aligning yoga with sustainability and global well-being. Whether you are a beginner or a master of this exercise form, it's the perfect time to realign your mind, body, and spirit, and, of course, add yoga to your lifestyle. In this read, let us discover the benefits of adding yoga into kids’ routine with simple ways and make yoga your child’s daily habit.
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Why Yoga Is Beneficial for Kids?
Not just for adults, yoga is also great for kids. It helps improve flexibility, focus, and balance, besides encouraging mindfulness and promoting relaxation. Practicing yoga regularly supports healthy physical and emotional development and helps children feel strong, peaceful, and centred.
A fun and gentle way for kids to stay active, calm their minds, and feel happy, with regular practice, children can benefit in the following ways.
Enhances Concentration: Yoga helps improve focus and memory in kids, making it easier for them to concentrate during school and homework.
Promotes Physical Health: Yoga builds flexibility, balance, and strength, supporting overall physical development and reducing the risk of injuries in active children.
Reduces Stress: Yoga teaches kids to manage and emotions and tantrums. When they practice breathing exercises and meditation, it encourages a calm and peaceful mind.
Boosts Self-Esteem: Regular practice encourages self-awareness and confidence, helping kids feel better about themselves and their abilities in different situations.
Improves Sleep: Yoga relaxes the body and mind, establishing healthier sleep patterns, thus helping children fall asleep faster and rest more deeply.
Tips to Make Yoga A Daily Habit for Kids
Here are some mindful activities for children, and how you can add fun ways to make yoga enjoyable for kids:
Start With Easy Poses
Begin with basic poses like Mountain Pose (Tadasana), Tree Pose (Vrikshasana), Cat-Cow, Butterfly Pose, and Child’s Pose (Balasana). These are simple and safe for all age groups.
Make It Enjoyable
Use imagination! Pretend to be animals or trees. For example, roar like a lion in Lion Pose or stretch like a snake in Cobra Pose. This keeps kids engaged and playful.
Breathe Deeply
Teach kids to take slow, deep breaths through their nose. You can use fun techniques like smelling the flower, blowing the candle, to help them learn proper breathing.
Keep Sessions Short
A session of ten to fifteen minutes is enough for young children. As they grow more interested, you can slowly increase the time.
Practice In A Calm Space
A silent, clutter-free area with enough room to stretch is ideal for your little ones. Using a yoga mat or soft carpet makes it more comfortable.
Use Music
Add soft music or tell simple stories while doing yoga poses to keep kids relaxed and focused.
(This article is reviewed by Kalyani Krishna, Chief Content Editor)
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