The city state of Singapore is well known for its economic success and is a major financial centre that attracts businessmen from all over the world who stay at world class resorts such as Como Shambala. Given the stressful lives they lead, the city offers numerous distractions and massages in Singapore are an ideal way to relieve some of the stress of one’s busy life. While this is effective, its effects are often short lived. As an alternative, yoga, which for centuries has been considered to be a calming and relaxing activity, is perfect for those who have hectic and demanding lives.

In the modern world, the need for a peaceful mind and outlook is more important than ever and yoga is a meditative exercise that is excellent to strengthen one’s physical body and mental resolve. Yoga is one of the few exercises that seek to cater to both body and mind with the express focus of imparting the notion that one’s mind should be the master of one’s body. This union or assimilation leads to greater focus and determination and is therefore, an exercise that is ideal for all.

Yoga is particularly beneficial for expectant mothers for a multitude of reasons. Regular practice provides them with both inner and outer balance as their bodies undergo physical changes and also develops stamina and strength which assists in redistributing body weight effectively as the baby grows. Yoga is of tremendous assistance in calming the nervous system via deep breathing and relieving tension that can hinder natural processes such as effective digestion and strong immune responses. The act of stretching and moving one’s joints methodically allows for greater circulation while the constant and consistent breathing required provides expectant mothers with breathing techniques to remain calm and relaxed. Thus, the benefits of prenatal yoga and yoga in general, are widespread and diverse and are recommended for all.

Uditha Dharmawardhane is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Roland Lefevre. He specializes in creating features on leisure as well as business travel destinations across the globe.

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