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Yoga is an ancient practice that has become very popular today, and there are now many different approaches to it, from performing with no clothes to using weights, and restraint bands. As you can tell, yoga has come such a long way. Not only is this due to the equipment and clothing but it is all due to the different methods, beliefs, and poses developed over the years. As a retreat from hectic schedules and chronic stress. It touts numerous benefits, both mental and physical.
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Research from the University of Washington shows that individuals who practice yoga regularly eat a more mindful diet compared to other exercises. Physician Jamie Zimmerman, MD, a meditation instructor, explains, “Yoga encourages you to focus on your breathing, and the sensations in your body. This trains your brain to notice what’s happening to your body, helping you pay more attention to sensations of hunger and satiety.”
It’s common to feel a sense of guilt when you skip your workout. But what if we told you that forgoing exercise can impact your brain? A recent study, with participants of seasoned athletes over 50 committed to being completely sedentary for 10 days. At the end of the trial period, the participants brains were scanned to analyze any changes. What the researchers found was that refraining from exercise slowed regional cerebral blood flow in eight different brain regions. This blood flow slowed to both left and right hippocampus, the region that forms, stores and retrieves memories.
According to a study published in the journal of Physical Activity and Health, twenty minutes of yoga can improve the brain’s ability to quickly and accurately process information (even more than running). Zimmerman explains, “While most exercise gives you a choice to either zone in or zone out, yoga encourages you to return to the present and pay attention. This mindful awareness has been correlated with structural changes in the brain, including growth in the prefrontal cortex, a brain region associated with executive function, working memory and attention.”
Stress hormones trigger your “fight or flight” response – your heart races, your breath quickens, and your muscles are ready for action. But when the stress response keeps firing, it could put your health at risk. Symptoms of chronic stress include irritability, anxiety, depression, headaches and insomnia.
“The tensing and relaxation of muscles during yoga – along with mindful awareness of physical sensations – helps us relax,” says Zimmerman. According to a study from Harvard University, just eight weeks of practicing yoga daily can improve sleep quality in people with insomnia.
Larry Phillips, MS, a cardiologist at the NYU Langone Medical Center says, “Yoga can reduce high blood pressure, bad cholesterol, and stress – all risk factors for heart disease.” A review of yoga and cardiovascular disease published in the European Journal of Preventive cardiology indicated that yoga may help lower heart disease risk as much as conventional exercise, such as brisk walking.
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If your Valentine’s Day tradition is to spend two hours sitting in the movie theater and then another two hours at a heavy (and unhealthy) dinner, we have some active and healthy new ideas for you this Valentine’s Day!
If your partner loves to run
Sign up for a Valentine’s Day Race that you can do together! These runs are usually fun and laid back (and offer tons of entertainment and food). Plus, you’ll be burning calories on this date!
Click here to find out how running benefits every aspect of your life!
If your partner is into group activities
Break a sweat together in a cardio or weight lifting class! If you’re single – sign up for a singles fitness class.
If your partner is a dare devil
Indoors or outdoors, rock climbing is not only fun. You can burn around 700 calories for every active hour you spend rock climbing. It’s also a great way to build and maintain your muscle! Challenge yourself and your partner to new heights!
If your partner needs to relax
After a day of doing active activities, your back, neck and shoulders are sure to feel the burn! Plan a massage with your partner to not only wine down, but all allow your bodies to release toxins and function better. Studies show that during a massage, large amounts of endorphins are released into the bloodstream, reducing pain and stress levels.
If your partner is into nutrition
Take a cooking class! Spice up your skills in the kitchen and impress your date with new and delicious recipes. Not only is it a great way to interact with each other, but you can also meet other couples interested in cooking.
If your partner loves to dance
Take a dance class! If you’re not the best dancer, no worries! That’s what the instructor is there for. Studies say that you may be able to burn about 300 calories for every hour spent moderately dancing. Dancing gets your heart rate up and helps you to improve your coordination skills.
Here are the benefits of dancing!