YOGA FOR LAW STUDENTS

Yoga, like the law, has been practiced for thousands of years. For generations, yoga has done wonders for the minds and bodies of stressed law students and overworked lawyers.

Contrary to popular opinion it is not about being able to turn your body into a pretzel. This gentle ancient art is aimed at uniting the body, mind and spirit, through the practice of postures (Asanas), breathing (Pranayama) and meditation. As a result it helps people learn a valuable system of healing. The Top 10 benefits:

1. STRESS Relief 2. Inner Peace, Calm and Authentic Happiness 3. Increased Strength, Physical Conditioning and a Beautiful Posture 4. Weight Loss and Weight Management 5. Increased Overall Energy 6. Improved Sleep 7. Heightened Mental and Intuitive Awareness8. Improved Hormonal Balance (especially important in cases of breast

cancer, infertility and prenatal conditioning)9. Brain Synchronization and Brain Fitness10.Whole Body Detoxification

Problem: In law school you can easily feel like you’re drowning in stress. Solution : The numerous Mental Benefits of yoga includes some breathing and meditation techniques that you can practice anywhere when you need a time-out.

Problem: Most law students sit at a desk for long periods of time.Solution: Yoga helps you become more aware of your posture and your body’s alignment, which is particularly important.

Problem : The Pressure from Law school such as pulling all-nighters, can unwittingly fuel anxiety and tension which leaves you feeling restless.Solution : Practicing Yoga regularly will leave you with ongoing benefits but it commonly includes better sleep, improved concentration, improved mood, a lessening of symptoms of depression or anxiety and an improved sense of wellbeing and calm.