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Benefits of Yoga - Why Yoga Exercise is Good for You

Physiological Benefits of Yoga

▪ Stable autonomic nervous system equilibrium

▪ Pulse rate decreases

▪ Respiratory rate decreases

▪ Blood Pressure decreases (of special significance for hyporeactors)

▪ Galvanic Skin Response (GSR) increases

▪ EEG - alpha waves increase (theta, delta, and beta waves also increase during various stages of meditation)

▪ EMG activity decreases

▪ Cardiovascular efficiency increases

▪ Respiratory efficiency increases

▪ Gastrointestinal function normalizes

▪ Endocrine function normalizes

▪ Excretory functions improve

▪ Musculoskeletal flexibility and joint range of motion increase

▪ Better control of your breath.

(Source: abc-of-yoga.com)


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