The Many Benefits Of Practising Yoga
Between work, raising a family, and coping with an uncertain economy, stress has become a "normal" part aily life for most people. That could ain why so many Americans-about illion at latest count-have started ng yoga classes or doing yoga at e.This ancient practice, which ted in India more than 4,000 years connects mind and body through a es of postures, breathing exercises, meditation. By stretching and ng the muscles, flexing the spine, focussing the mind inward, yoga s reduce stress. That can impact overall health since stress plays ast somerole in many illnesses. lies show that chronic stress doubles isk of heart attack, for instance. oga has been shown to lower blood score and heart rate, which can help aceaperson's risk of heart disease. 06 study found that yoga helped er cholesterol levels and improve circulation in people who have cardiovascular disease. While the evidence of yoga's success in reducing a person's body mass is mixed, one study did find that yoga can help people lose weight by leading them to a healthier lifestyle. Many people report that yoga gives them an overall feeling of well-being. But research shows that it may also help alleviate specific kinds of pain, including migraine headaches, lower back problems, arthritis, and pain during childbirth. One theory is that the yoga postures work like the way massage works. Since yoga involves mind as well as body, it's not surprising that it may help reduce anxiety and depression, especially in people whose anxiety is related to an illness like cancer. A 2007 study found that in experienced yoga practitioners, a 60-minute yoga session increased levels of a neurotransmitter called GABA. Low levels of GABA have been linked to depression and anxiety disorders. Another pilot study suggests that yoga may influence depression by increasing the alpha waves in the brain. Alpha waves are associated with relaxation. Yet another possibility is that yoga reduces the amount of cortisol, a hormone that the body releases in response to stress. Some scientists think chronic high levels of cortisol may be tied to depression as well as impaired immune function. Yoga can also make you look more toned and fit and help you move with greater ease, especially as you grow older. There are several different relatively slow-moving, gentle style. Other styles such as Ashtanga (also known as power yoga) are more vigorous. Find out about the different kinds of yoga that are offered at classes in your area. Choose the style that fits your goals andlevel of fitness. If you are pregnant or have any serious health conditions, talkto your doctor before you begin. Once yostart a class, let your teacher know abouany injuries or health issues. Whichever style of yoga you choose take it slowly at first. Don't try to forceyourself into difficult poses at the beginning. After a while, you will developmoreflexibility strength and stamina. Your teacher shouldn't push you to doposes that aren't comfortable. If your teacher is going too fast, talk to him or her, or look for a class that is a betterfit While yoga won't cure everythingthat ails you-or make your boss nicer-it will help you deal with stressbetter. And that could make abig difference in your overall health.
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Courtesy: Deepak Chopra Speaking Tree ,Times of India
The Many Benefits Of Practising Yoga
Between work, raising a family, and coping with an uncertain economy, stress has become a "normal" part aily life for most people. That could ain why so many Americans-about illion at latest count-have started ng yoga classes or doing yoga at e.This ancient practice, which ted in India more than 4,000 years connects mind and body through a es of postures, breathing exercises, meditation. By stretching and ng the muscles, flexing the spine, focussing the mind inward, yoga s reduce stress. That can impact overall health since stress plays ast somerole in many illnesses. lies show that chronic stress doubles isk of heart attack, for instance. oga has been shown to lower blood score and heart rate, which can help aceaperson's risk of heart disease. 06 study found that yoga helped er cholesterol levels and improve circulation in people who have cardiovascular disease. While the evidence of yoga's success in reducing a person's body mass is mixed, one study did find that yoga can help people lose weight by leading them to a healthier lifestyle. Many people report that yoga gives them an overall feeling of well-being. But research shows that it may also help alleviate specific kinds of pain, including migraine headaches, lower back problems, arthritis, and pain during childbirth. One theory is that the yoga postures work like the way massage works. Since yoga involves mind as well as body, it's not surprising that it may help reduce anxiety and depression, especially in people whose anxiety is related to an illness like cancer. A 2007 study found that in experienced yoga practitioners, a 60-minute yoga session increased levels of a neurotransmitter called GABA. Low levels of GABA have been linked to depression and anxiety disorders. Another pilot study suggests that yoga may influence depression by increasing the alpha waves in the brain. Alpha waves are associated with relaxation. Yet another possibility is that yoga reduces the amount of cortisol, a hormone that the body releases in response to stress. Some scientists think chronic high levels of cortisol may be tied to depression as well as impaired immune function. Yoga can also make you look more toned and fit and help you move with greater ease, especially as you grow older. There are several different relatively slow-moving, gentle style. Other styles such as Ashtanga (also known as power yoga) are more vigorous. Find out about the different kinds of yoga that are offered at classes in your area. Choose the style that fits your goals andlevel of fitness. If you are pregnant or have any serious health conditions, talkto your doctor before you begin. Once yostart a class, let your teacher know abouany injuries or health issues. Whichever style of yoga you choose take it slowly at first. Don't try to forceyourself into difficult poses at the beginning. After a while, you will developmoreflexibility strength and stamina. Your teacher shouldn't push you to doposes that aren't comfortable. If your teacher is going too fast, talk to him or her, or look for a class that is a betterfit While yoga won't cure everythingthat ails you-or make your boss nicer-it will help you deal with stressbetter. And that could make abig difference in your overall health.
DISCLAIMER:
The views expressed in the Article above are Deepak Chopra kashmiribhatta.in is not in any way responsible for the opinions expressed in the above article. The article belongs to its respective owner or owners and this site does not claim any right over it.
Courtesy: Deepak Chopra Speaking Tree ,Times of India