Spread Healthy Life During the Pandemic, Yoga Becomes an Alternative Exercise that Calms the Body

Kapanlagi.com - It has been almost a year since the covid-19 pandemic entered Indonesia, and until now the number of people infected with the virus has not decreased. Considering that the covid-19 virus pandemic is still soaring high, it means that everyone is also at risk of being exposed to the deadly virus. Whether we like it or not, maintaining body health is one of the ways that must always be applied. Especially in this new normal adaptation period, physical activity is being promoted by most people. It is not surprising that public enthusiasm for sports has increased significantly. Not only cycling, but looking at the trend of yoga exercise, it is also equally popular.

Apparently, yoga exercise is not only favored by public figures, many people choose yoga to keep their bodies healthy and relieve stress. Arum Safitri, one of the yoga instructors, said that the interest in yoga during the pandemic has actually increased because yoga has become one of the safe exercises that provides various benefits for the body's health. In fact, she also has an overflow of students who are increasingly aware of the importance of health as the most important asset.

1. Yoga Becomes an Alternative During the Pandemic

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Long before the Covid-19 pandemic, Arum had already started living a healthy life by practicing yoga. Almost two years into practicing yoga, the Muslim girl successfully achieved her dream of becoming a yoga instructor. Despite facing various extraordinary challenges in 2020 due to the Covid-19 crisis, the 22-year-old woman did not let that stop her from continuously spreading a healthy lifestyle through yoga. Yes, since the pandemic, Arum has been flooded with students interested in joining yoga. Even private yoga classes have become an option to achieve a healthy body and safe exercise. This is not without reason, as yoga can be an alternative to calm the body and mind from the various side effects caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. In addition, mental health is also very important to get through difficult times like this. Therefore, yoga can also help calm the mind and reduce anxiety symptoms. Arum also mentioned that she has been flooded with students wanting to join private yoga classes because it is considered a safe exercise during the pandemic. "During this pandemic, it can be said that the interest in exercising has increased because people certainly want to live a healthy life, but they also want it to be safe. Personally, I mostly accept private lessons, so I go to their homes," said Arum. Despite the pandemic, she also implements a maximum of only 5 people in her private classes to adhere to the appropriate health protocols.

2. Inner and Outer Health with Yoga Exercise

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During this time, some people may consider yoga activities not included in sports because they are not actively moving. However, yoga is one of the sports that can make the body move maximally. That's why the yoga trend is booming amid the pandemic because it can improve health and reduce stress.

According to government recommendations to maintain distance during the pandemic, apparently yoga is the right sport to choose. Yoga itself does not require much space and does not require many tools. So, yoga can be considered a practical sport. Arum also mentioned that she is proud that many people are starting to become aware of their health by following a series of yoga exercises which are certainly good for the body.

"Health is the most important asset in the body. So when someone is willing to exercise, it means they have a great concern for their body. In addition, the main purpose of yoga is not only physical, but also the spiritual and mental strength of a person," she explained.

Especially during the pandemic, many people are affected by stress and anxiety due to the changes in this new normal period.

This woman, who has been crowned The Best Muslimah Model, also explained that yoga is a sport that improves the health of the body both externally and internally. It can be said that yoga movements focus on breathing exercises, meditation, and various poses aimed at creating relaxation and reducing stress.

3. Various Benefits of Yoga Exercise

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It's no longer a secret that yoga exercise offers a multitude of benefits that are too good to miss. It can be said that when you want to join private yoga sessions, Arum revealed that you can participate in private yoga sessions for only 50 thousand rupiahs.

Arum also explained that there are various benefits offered when participating in yoga classes. On that occasion, Arum mentioned that there are many benefits obtained by her students when practicing yoga.

"When it comes to the benefits of yoga, there are actually many variations. Most of my students who practice yoga do it for dieting, scoliosis, or improving posture, especially during this pandemic many people find peace of mind through meditation during each yoga season," said Arum.

In addition, Arum also makes people realize that they can actually do new things beyond their imagination.

"As time goes by practicing yoga, they realize that they can do movements that seem difficult at first glance," she continued.

In addition, other benefits obtained from yoga include muscle training, improving immune system, improving blood circulation, improving sleep quality, and improving mood.

4. Yoga is not Just a Trend During the Pandemic

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Entering the new normal, many people now recognize yoga as a safe sport to do. This sparks curiosity. Is this situation arising from society's awareness to exercise more or just following the trend?

So far, yoga tends to be safer because it can be done at home. This sport not only has an impact on physical health, but also helps to reduce stress, especially in the current pandemic condition.

In this opportunity, Arum hopes that yoga is not just a trend during the pandemic. The title holder of DIY Special Ambassador also hopes that through this pandemic, she continues to strive to promote a healthy lifestyle, especially on social media, so that many people are motivated to maintain their health by doing yoga.

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