Question 9 of 10intermediate✨ CreateEssay5 marks

Write a short paragraph on 'The Benefits of Yoga'. You may use the following sentence starters along with your own ideas to create the paragraph.

Correct Answer

Yoga is important because it is a holistic practice that benefits both the body and mind.

One benefit of yoga that interests me is its ability to reduce stress and anxiety through breathing techniques and meditation.

Practising yoga can help people improve their flexibility, strength, and balance while also calming their minds.

A popular yoga pose is Padmasana (Lotus Pose) because it helps in meditation and improves posture.

Yoga is not just physical exercise; it also connects the mind and body, creating harmony between thought and action.

Finally, yoga can be a great way to achieve overall well-being and lead a healthier, more peaceful life.

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Explanation

The chapter provides sentence starters for writing: Opening line ('Yoga is important because...'), Supporting ideas (benefits, poses, physical and mental aspects), and Concluding line. Students should incorporate information from the chapter about yoga's benefits—physical (flexibility, strength, balance, reduced body pain), mental (calm mind, reduced stress, better sleep, concentration), and overall health (immune system, heart health, weight management).

Solution Steps

  1. Yoga is a holistic practice that benefits both body and mind

  2. Yoga reduces stress and anxiety through breathing techniques and meditation

  3. Yoga improves flexibility, strength, and balance while calming the mind

  4. Padmasana (Lotus Pose) helps in meditation and improves posture

  5. Yoga connects mind and body, creating harmony between thought and action

  6. Yoga promotes overall well-being and a healthier, more peaceful life