It is not about mind over body; rather, it is about developing harmony between the mind and the body. Conscious yoga is about paying attention to how one`s body feels, it is about breathing correctly and integrating that breath into one`s being.

Yoga enhances strength, energy, vitality, flexibility, and endurance; it helps prevent diseases that result from an unhealthy lifestyle and is also effective in the treatment of anxiety disorders. According to clinical trials, yoga induces a "relaxation response" associated with reduced nervous system activity and a feeling of well-being. This is due to an increase in antioxidants and decrease in the stress hormone level.