Let us discuss

Read the passage again and fill in the blanks with words from the box

sleep

lifestyle

health

strength

calm

stress

balance

Yoga is a practise that not only improves physical flexibility but also improvesmental1. __________ andleads toahealthier 2. _______. It involves a series of asanas, which increase muscular 3. _________. Practising yoga also leads to a better body and mind 4. ______________ and reduces body pain such as the lower back. Moreover, the focus on breathing techniques and meditation makes the mind 5. ______________, lessens 6. ___________, and improves the quality of 7. ___________.This helps to adopt a more positive lifestyle.

Ans.

1. health
2. lifestyle
3. strength
4. balance
5. calm
6. stress
7. sleep

 

Let us think and reflect

1. What is the aim of yoga?

Ans. The aim of yoga is to create a balance between the mind and body, promote overall health and well-being.

2. Explain the idea of unity in yoga.

Ans.  The word ‘Yoga’ comes from the Sanskrit root ‘yuj’, which means ‘to join’ or ‘to unite’. This symbolises the unity of mind and body; thought and action; harmony between human and nature.

3. What does the launch of the WHO mYoga app tell us about the importance of yoga?

Ans.  The World Health Organisation (WHO) on 20 June 2021, launched an App called WHO mYoga. The app
contains a collection of videos and audio files to teach and support yoga practice. The aim was to have an easy-to-use and free tool for people across the world to encourage them to practise yoga.

4. Describe one long-term effect that the practice of yoga can have on a person’s qualities.

Ans. One long-term effect of practicing yoga is increased mindfulness.

Let us learn

I) Read the extract given below and focus on the highlighted words. The app (WHO mYoga) contains a collection of video and audio files to teach and support yoga practice. The aim was to have an easy-to-use and free tool for people across the world to encourage them to practise yoga. The word ‘practice’ and ‘practise’ sound the same but have different spellings and usage.

Note :- The word ‘practice’ is a noun which means the actual application or exercise of a skill or knowledge. The word ‘practise’ is a verb which refers to the act of engaging in an activity repeatedly to improve or acquire a skill.

1. Complete the sentences given below by filling in the blanks with correct use of practice (as a noun) or practise (as a verb). Share the answers with your classmates and the teacher.

Ans.

(i) It is important to have a regular practise of stretching every morning to stay flexible.
(ii) I practise Yoga every day to keep my mind and body healthy.
(iii) The teacher said, you can join the school hockey team but it requires a lot of practice to improve your skills.
(iv) Our athletics coach asked us to practice running on grass to strengthen our grip while running.
(v) I practise deep breathing exercises when I feel stressed to calm myself down.
(vi) Developing a good habit of eating fruits and vegetables should be a daily practice.

2. Another common word that has the ‘s’ and ‘c’ variation in spellings is ‘advice’ (noun) and ‘advise’ (verb).
Make two sentences each using ‘advice’ and ‘advise’ and share with your classmates and the teacher.

Ans.

II) Make as many words as you can using the letters shown. Use the letter ‘A’ in all the words that you make.

Ans. Anger, Orange, Angry, Yearn, Rayon, Near, Earn, Groan, Organ, Gear, Year, Oar, Ray, Nay, Nag, Rag. Range

Let us listen

You will listen to a girl talk about practising yoga. As you listen, select four true statements from the sentences given in the table. (refer to page 129 for transcript)

Ans.

Statements	T / F
1. The girl sees people at the park doing breathing exercises.	True
2. Her grandfather began practising yoga sixteen years ago.	False
3. The girl practises some easy yoga exercises with her grandfather.	True
4. The girl practises breathing exercises to relax.	True
5. Her grandfather is fit even though he has untimely meals.	False
6. Her grandfather’s regular yoga practise has kept him strong.	True
7. The girl wishes to learn asanas over the weekend.	False

Let us speak

1. Participate in groups of four to share your ‘yoga thoughts’.

If you have tried yoga	If you have not tried yoga, yet
I practise yoga because … My favourite thing about yoga is … I feel ____________ after a yoga session because … The one thing in yoga that I want to practise is ____________ because …	I wish to practise yoga because … I hope that once I begin practising yoga, I … The kind of exercise I want to try in yoga is ____________ because …

Ans. 

If you have tried yoga	If you have not tried yoga, yet
I practise yoga becauseit makes me feel relaxed.	I wish to practice yoga because I have heard about the overall health benefits of practising yoga.
My favourite thing about yoga is pranayama  because it helps me relax.	I hope that once I begin practising yoga, I will feel stronger and calmer.
I feel energised after a yoga session because it lifts my spirits and makes me feel fitter.	The kind of exercise I want to try in yoga is asanas because they improve flexibility.
The one thing in yoga that I want to practise is meditation because it helps improve concentration.

 

2. Take turns to speak and listen to others when they share their thoughts.

Ans. Students will do this activity with their classmate.

Let us write

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.

Opening line	Yoga is important because …
Supporting ideas	• One benefit of yoga that interests me is … • Practising yoga can help people … • A popular yoga pose is _____ because … • Yoga is not just physical exercise; it also …
Concluding line	Finally, yoga can be a great way to …

 Ans. 
Yoga is important because it improves both physical and mental well-being by enhancing flexibility, strength, and balance while also reducing stress and anxiety. Practicing yoga can help people achieve a sense of calm and increase their body awareness.A popular yoga pose is the “Tree Pose” because it helps with balance and focus. Yoga is not just physical exercise; it also incorporates controlled breathing and meditation, which promote mental clarity and a deeper mind-body connection. Finally, yoga can be a great way to cultivate discipline and improve overall life satisfaction.
 

Let us explore

1. Do you know?
• A few seals of the Sindhu-Sarasvati Civilisation, dating back to 2700 BC, indicate that yoga was prevalent in ancient India. Many people contributed to its development and now, yoga has spread all over the world. On 11th December 2014, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) with 193 members accepted the proposal
to celebrate ‘21st June’ as ‘International Yoga Day’.

Ans. Students will share these fact with their parents.

2. Find out about two asanas and their benefits, and share your findings with your classmates and teacher. You may visit the following websites to learn more about yoga.
https://www.mygov.in/campaigns/international-yoga-day/
https://www.un.org/en/observances/yoga-day
https://www.mygov.in/campaigns/international-yoga-day/

Ans. Students will find out about asanas and their benefits with the help of given above.