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Yoga Tourism in Africa: A rising wave of wellness and opportunity 
Yoga tourism is emerging as a powerful trend worldwide, and Tanzania is poised to become a leading destination for wellness travel. Known for its safaris and cultural richness, Tanzania is now exploring new frontiers with the help of Swasti Yoga Center, Associate Centre of the...
Chandigarh UT Chapter leads the way in celebrating IDY 2025 with spirit of unity and wellness 
The Chandigarh UT Chapter of the Indian Yoga Association has actively joined the national celebration of the 11th International Yoga Day (IYD), embracing the global theme “One Earth, One Health” to highlight the vital link between personal well-being and planetary harmony. The chapter began its...
Yoga Unplugged: SBV organises Yoga Fest 
School of Yoga Therapy (SYT), ISCM, SBV (Associate Centre of the Indian Yoga Association) conducted the SBV Yoga Fest 2025 (as a Curtain raiser for the 11th IDY) under the signature event category of Yoga Unplugged. This was a Regional level program for all the...
Yoga Unplugged: Yoga Awareness Program at Rural Healthcare Training Center of SBV, Pondicherry 
The School of Yoga Therapy (SYT), Institute of Salutogenesis & Complementary Medicine (ISCM) of Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth (SBV), Associate Centre of the Indian Yoga Association, conducted a vibrant and impactful awareness program at the Rural Healthcare Training Center (RHTC) of SBV in the Aranganur. This...
YVN concludes successful 52nd Annual Summer Course 
Yoga Vidya Niketan (YVN), Mumbai, Member Institute of Indian Yoga Association, successfully concluded its 52nd Summer Yoga Course held from May 1 to May 31, 2025. Conducted across 34 physical centres in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai — ranging from TIFR Colaba to Mankhurd, and Borivali...
Yoga Samavesh IDY 2025: SBV with IYA conducts awareness program on Yoga Therapy for Residents of Alcohol De-addiction Centre 
A collaborative outreach program was organised and conducted by the School of Yoga Therapy, ISCM, Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth (SBV) in association with the Indian Yoga Association – Pondicherry chapter and Garudaa Mental Health Wellness Centre, Cuddalore- for the residents of the alcohol and cannabis de-addiction...
Yoga education for underprivileged children by IYA Chandigarh Chapter at Sivananda Center of Excellence 
The Indian Yoga Association, Chandigarh State Chapter, conducted a meaningful yoga education session for children of brick kiln workers at the Sivananda Center of Excellence, Kakrmajra. The session was led by Yog Guru Shri Sandeep Sharma from Ashiana Children’s Home, Sector 16, Panchkula, who has...
Free yoga sessions for women municipal workers held in Chennai under IYA-TNSCC Samavesh Program 
As part of the Ministry of AYUSH’s “Samavesh” program—one of the 10 signature events under the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) celebrations, Smt S. Lalitha, Professional Member of the Indian Yoga Association (IYA) and founder of Abhyasaa Yoga Center and Therapy in Chennai, successfully...
Tamil Nadu SCC hosts valedictory of free summer yoga classes for children at Ashok Nagar 
The Tamil Nadu State Chapter Committee (SCC) of the Indian Yoga Association (IYA), in collaboration with Shri N. Elumalai of Rangarajapuram SKY Trust, successfully conducted the closing ceremony of the Free Summer Yoga Classes for Children at the Ashok Nagar Anjaneyar Temple, Chennai. Held from...
VYAS Kolkata hosts yoga awareness camp to promote One World, One Health 
As part of the Yoga Teacher Training Programme, Vivekananda Yoga Abhyas Sanstha (VYAS Kolkata), an Associate Centre of the Indian Yoga Association, organized a Yoga Awareness Camp on May 4, 2025, at Keshav Bhawan, Kolkata. Dedicated to the theme “One World, One Health through Yoga,”...



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10 Jul 2025

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Yoga & Women’s Health
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Yoga & Women’s Health 

by Smt Meetal Koticha Shah
Joint Executive Trustee – Project ‘Life’ & Vice Chairperson, IYA Gujarat Chapter

Contemporary lifestyle, social, economic & professional responsibilities and lack of self-care resulting in stressful existence have created multiple health concerns for women, calling for greater awareness, attention and pragmatic solutions.

Young lady in hat walking through wheat field and raised hands up. Gender equality and independence.

Yoga, the ancient discipline of self-rejuvenation, practiced over thousands of years is the articulate blend of body postures, breathing exercises and meditation that benefits mind, body and soul in a holistic approach to health & wellbeing.
Having claimed its rightful place in health and wellness spectrum as a viable option to enhance healthy living, Yoga can greatly help women to effectively deal with their complex and diverse issues, offering several women specific health solutions.

Research has demonstrated that Yoga can benefit in:

Stress Reduction: Yoga effectively reduces stress levels in women. Women often take greater stress on account of societal pressures and responsibilities. Yoga offers holistic stress management to help women live a balanced life through monitored focus on the present and reduce anxiety levels.

Menstrual Health: Yoga can also help alleviate menstrual discomfort and symptoms. Specific exercises can relieve cramps, bloating, and mood swings and regulate menstrual cycle by improving circulation and reducing stress.

Pregnancy and Childbirth: Prenatal yoga has become increasingly popular for pregnant women. Common pregnancy symptoms – back pain, fatigue, and swelling – reduce significantly and support a happy outlook through the trimesters. Prenatal Yoga further enables women for stress-free childbirth by strengthening pelvic muscles and improving breathing pattern.

Postpartum Recovery: Yoga greatly helps postpartum recovery by restoring pelvic floor muscles, which may have weakened during pregnancy and childbirth. Additionally Yoga alleviates postpartum depression and anxiety by reducing stress levels and stimulating relaxation.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): PCOS, a hormonal disorder that can lead to irregular cycles, acne and weight gain, is effectively remedied by Yoga through normalization of hormonal balance and reduction in stress levels.

Menopause: Yoga helps women cope with the physical and emotional changes during menopause, alleviating hot flashes, mood swings and insomnia. Furthermore, Yoga improves bone density and reduces the risk of osteoporosis.
Overall Health: Yoga significantly enhances overall health, reducing risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. It improves flexibility, balance, and strength, reducing risk of falls and injuries.

Integrating Yoga in life’s routine can be increasingly beneficial for women. Yogic exercises are low impact in nature, easily practicable and offer a great approach to attaining a better, healthier, stress free and relaxed life.

A powerful tool for women’s health, Yoga remains an ideal choice to upscale physical, emotional and mental well-being.
Let’s all resolve today to adapt to and adopt Yoga in our life. The time starts now!!

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