Yoga has its roots in ancient India, dating back over 5,000 years. It originated as a spiritual and philosophical practice mentioned in the Vedas and later systematized in the Yoga Sutras by Maharishi Patanjali. Traditionally, yoga was a path to self-realization and union with the divine, combining physical postures (asanas), breath control (pranayama), and meditation (dhyana). Over centuries, it evolved through different schools and sages, becoming a holistic practice that nurtures both the body and the mind. Today, yoga is recognized globally, but its heart still beats in the wisdom of India.