Yoga for a Healthy Heart

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The ancient practice of yoga has been the focus of a number of clinical studies and evidence shows that all those Surya-namaskars and Yogasanas do contribute to a healthier heart. A few research proven benefits of Yoga are:

Yoga promotes physical activity
Yoga helps in managing stress levels
Yoga helps in lowering your blood pressure
Yoga decreases the incidence of irregular heart rhythms
Yoga improves the aerobic capacity of the heart
Yoga significantly improves mental health and quality of life

The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity at least five days per week for overall heart health, and moderate- to high-intensity muscle-strengthening activity at least two days per week for additional health benefits. The benefit of yoga here is a combination of improving physical fitness and stress reduction by reducing stress related inflammation, which is a primary cause of heart diseases. One of the essential focuses of all styles of yoga is awareness of the breath and being more mindful. A healthy mind houses a healthy body, so don’t hesitate to take your first step today.

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