I've just started a Yoga routine this week. This is my second day of doing Yoga and I am seeing results, slowly but surely. The one benefit I'm definitely noticing right away is how calming Yoga is and how it helps me keep a positive mind and how rejuvenated I feel once I'm done.
The one thing I like about Yoga is that I'm not all worn out once I'm done. Granted Yoga is a practice that is rather slow in movement, but very focused. It helps calm your mind and allows to concentrate on your movements. Not to mention, you work muscles that may need a little work. I've always tried to stay away from some new age type stuff and I considered Yoga to be too new agey, I never thought there would be a real result from something like this. But it does truly work. I've noticed I have more energy, as well.

Do you do any type of practice or exercises that help you keep focus and help you feel better about yourself? What benefits do you receive from these practices or exercises?

Same here on the hard physical training. I work out daily. When I skip a day, I start feeling lazy and unfocused.

My typical workout is a 6-8 Km dash. I also do some bench pressing, three times a week.

In the past I have followed Krav Maga courses, though because of college stress I quit. I'm seriously thinking about rejoining these courses. I can advice anyone to atleast give it a try.

I never contemplated Yoga though..I guess it was the stereotypical image I had it was only for Volvo-driving housewives.

Kind regards,
Wilhelm

It's a fascinating read.

Thanks!

Kind regards,
Wilhelm

One of my training partners gets unfocused, even grumpy when he has to miss. His wife makes him go now to keep him in better moods.

I recommend returning to your Krav Maga practice. Aside from the obvious self defense benefits, it is fantastic total body exercise. On a side note, have you ever seen the episode of Fight Quest on Discovery network in which they send the guys to Israel to train? It is very eye opening, in more ways than one.