Practitioners call Kundalini yoga the yoga of awareness because it focuses primarily on practices that expand sensory awareness and intuition in order to raise individual consciousness.

Although the poses are not as physically challenging compared to other forms of yoga, Kundalini still increases endurance, strenght, flexibility and balance. It also stimulate certain glands, which leads to toning and cleansing of the body.

”Organizations such as the Mayo Clinic highlight that yoga techniques can reduce anxiety, stress, fatigue and depression. Kundalini incorporates many breathing techniques such as breath of fire and alternate nostril breathing that calm the mind, allowing for mental clarity,” (Livestrong.com).