"Why Indian Yoga Is More Than Just a Workout"

5/8/20241 min read

Two people are practicing yoga on mats near a serene river surrounded by lush green trees and a rocky landscape. They are both focused and stretching, with one in a black outfit and the other in a white top and black shorts.
Two people are practicing yoga on mats near a serene river surrounded by lush green trees and a rocky landscape. They are both focused and stretching, with one in a black outfit and the other in a white top and black shorts.

Discover the Spiritual Depth Behind Every Breath

In the West, yoga is often seen as a form of physical exercise—a way to stretch, sweat, and tone. While this aspect is real and valuable, it barely scratches the surface of what yoga truly offers. In India, yoga is a way of life, a sacred science that harmonizes the body, mind, and soul.

At Prana Yoga Hub, we bring to you authentic Indian yoga as it has been practiced for thousands of years—grounded in spiritual philosophy and guided by breath and awareness, not just movement.

Rooted in Ancient Wisdom

Indian yoga traces back over 5,000 years. It is deeply intertwined with the Vedas, the Upanishads, and the Bhagavad Gita—ancient scriptures that emphasize self-realization and liberation (moksha). Yoga isn’t just about touching your toes—it’s about touching your soul.

The Eight Limbs of Yoga

While most classes worldwide focus on physical postures (asanas), Indian yoga teaches the Ashtanga system (eight limbs) defined by Sage Patanjali. These include:

  1. Yamas & Niyamas – Ethical guidelines and personal disciplines

  2. Asana – Postures for body awareness

  3. Pranayama – Breath control to harness life energy

  4. Pratyahara – Withdrawal of senses

  5. Dharana – Focus

  6. Dhyana – Meditation

  7. Samadhi – Union with the divine

Breath Before Movement

Breath is the bridge between the body and mind. Indian yoga gives equal—if not more—importance to Pranayama (breathwork). Techniques like Anulom-Vilom, Kapalbhati, and Bhramari clear mental fog, energize your body, and connect you to your inner self.

Yoga as a Lifestyle

At Prana Yoga Hub, yoga isn’t a one-hour session—it’s a transformational journey. From guided meditation and face yoga to pranayama and chakra healing, we help you integrate yoga into your daily life for lasting peace, energy, and balance.