'how And Why It Would Be Wise To Apply Hatha Yoga And Tai Chi To Your Mindful Exercise Program'
'How and Why it would be wise to apply Hatha Yoga and Tai Chi to your Mindful Exercise program'
Top Four Research-Supported Benefits of Hatha Yoga and tai Chi
Cardiorespiratory Benefits
lower resting systolic blood pressure
increased pulmonary function,eg., FEV-1
lower resting respirations
improved respiratory function in patients with asthma
increased parasympathetic tone, e.g., decreased resting heart rate
decreased resting blood lactate and resting oxygen consumption
enhanced arterial endothelial function
improved cardiovascular disease risk factor profile, e.g., reduced blood lipids
reduction in cardiac ventricular arrhythmias
Musculoskeletal and Neoromuscular Benefits
increased muscular strength and flexibility
increased balance control
improved posture
decreased fracture risk and falls in seniors
reduction in low-back pain
Psychophysiological Benefits
increased cognitive performance
improved relaxation and psychological well-being
decreased stress hormones, e.g., norepinephrine, cortisol
decreased state anxiety and depression scores
enhanced quality of life and decreased stress symptoms in breast and prostate cancer patients
reduced frequency of panic episodes
decreased symptoms associated with pain, angina, asthma, chronic fatigue
Other Outcomes/Benefits
increased physical functioning in older persons
improved glucose tolerance
decreased HbA1c (glycated hemaglobin) and C-peptide levels in type 2 diabetic patients
increased baroreflex sensitivity
decreased obsessive-compulsive disorder symptoms
decreased osteoarthritis symptoms
decreased carpal-tunnel symptoms
adjunctive therapy for cancer and CVD
These are very important facts and benefits that clearly support reasons to add mindful exercises to your overall Wellness vision. Have a healthy & happy day!
Source: La Forge 2003; Innes 2005.
By, Natalie Pyles
Fitness & Weight-loss Expert, Nutrition Specialist, Author, and NSA Speaker
