Exercising provides healthy benefits, right? Right! PiYo is a different form of exercise that has health benefits for the body. It incorporates the mental and bodily practices of yoga and Pilates and, as a result, produces an athletic workout that combines aspects of sports stretching, strength training, conditioning and movement. It is designed to improve the participant's fitness level and at the same time challenge their skill level as the exercise progresses (Powder Blue Productions), while providing a relaxing atmosphere. However, aside from traditional forms of meditation and relaxation, it neglects to involve spiritual chanting, meditation, or Sanskrit terminology traditionally expressed through various exercises, such as yoga. PiYo, along with its various components, is what allows the body to explore a relaxing environment that focuses on flexibility, muscle and core strength, and the health benefits related to the components of yoga and Pilates. Yoga was originally practiced for meditation, prayer, healing and energy restoration almost five thousand years ago in India. It was typically practiced by Hindu monks of the Hindu religion. They practiced forms that consisted of physical posture, singing, meditation and spirituality (Powder Blue Productions). However, Yoga today has various ramifications due to the numerous practices and applications that have evolved. Yoga is a mind-body therapy that aims to unite body, mind and spirit. Furthermore, Yoga is much more than simply uniting mind and body through exercises and breathing, it is also seen as a “lifestyle, health and spirituality tradition” with practices integrated into daily life to create balance, health and harmony. . ” (Do it...... middle of paper......cus, checking alignment, lunge position and movement quality (Powder Blue Productions), which is incorporated into the workout for better understanding and a more effective Overall, PiYo has been shown to be beneficial for maintaining the body's health. That's what we want, right? And that's exactly what it does. 2011): 40-45. Mayo Clinic Staff. “Stress Management,” November 28, 2011. Powder Blue Training Course, 2005-2009. “Pilates: A Corrective Exercise System". (2011): 7-12.