Yoga is a physical, mental, and spiritual practice or discipline which originated in India. There is a broad variety of schools, practices, and goals One of the first and most obvious benefits of yoga is that it can increase strength & flexibility. Many people are unable to touch their toes during their first class but stick with it and you will gradually notice increased flexibility and eventually, even the impossible-looking poses will become possible. When you build strength with yoga you balance it with flexibility as opposed to the gym where you just build strength