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One of the great benefits of yoga is improved flexibility, although this is just one of a number of benefits of regular yoga practice.

Some of the key benefits of a regular yoga practice are:

• Lowered stress levels
• Lowered blood pressure
• Improved lung capacity
• Anxiety relief
• Reduced chronic neck and back pain
• Improved sense of balance and flexibility
• Stronger bones

At Christchurch Recreation and Sport Centres, yoga features as part of the group fitness programme.