What are the benefits of Yoga? What is Yoga? Yoga is a form of exercise which originated in India.  The word yoga comes from Sanskrit and means ‘to join together.’  This joining together refers to the key focus of yoga: joining the mind, body and spirit.  The joining of these factors is achieved through the three main practices of yoga: postures, breathing and meditation. Yoga has been found to be effective for improving your physical fitness through areas such as…