The word “Yoga” or “Yog” is derived from “Yuj”, a Sanskrit word which means “to join” or “to unite”. It is a practice that helps one connect with the inner mind or consciousness. It brings a connection between the body and the soul, thereby bringing perfect harmony within. Regular Yoga practice brings physical fitness, breath awareness, connection with the mind and finally the inner self. Today, Yoga is practiced across the world, bringing physical fitness and inner to million men and women.
Today’s woman is a multi-tasker. Unlike older times, her duties are not limited to household chores. She is a mother, a sister and a wife and an educated independent woman, who tries endlessly to maintain a balance between Home and career. Since women are like the roots of the tree of society, it is essential to keep them strong—mentally and physically. Let’s understand the importance of women’s health and how Yoga can help them reach their fittest.

Why is Women’s Health Important
Women are the caretakers of the family. They are responsible for the health of their spouse and children. Illness or death of a woman negatively impacts children, spouse, family and community. Women with healthy mind and body are likely to enhance the family’s health. Hence, it would be appropriate to say that women’s health is the key to a healthy community.

Since women play so many roles in life, they tend to focus on the healthcare of their loved one and neglect their personal needs. This neglect, though filled with love, is the root cause of many diseases that women face. Women need to understand the importance of their health and its effects on their family and loved ones.

What Has Changed Over the Years
Women’s life and their roles have changed drastically over the years. In former days, women’s life was limited to household chores. It was a full-time stay-at-home responsibility. Let aside having a career, women were not even allowed to step out of their homes. It was limited to the kitchen, household duties and childbearing. They were denied the right to education as well. In those conditions as well, women had some time for themselves and physical activity was an add-on to their daily duties. However, things have changed over time, women are now front runners and are competing with men in many fields, and that too without compromising with household duties. These jobs often involve long sitting hours and reduced physical activity, thereby affecting overall health. Hence, it is the need of the hour to take time out for some physical activity as well.