Abstract :
Introduction: Change in the lifestyle, increased in facilities, more consumption of junk food and increased
stress has raised chances of cardiovascular diseases. Aerobic exercises, sports and others tend to bring about
sympathetic stimulation. But regular practice of yoga increases vagal tone and tends to reduce sympathetic
responses. So in this study, we tried to see the effects of yoga on cardiovascular parameters like pulse rate,
systolic blood pressure, and diastolic blood pressure.
Materials and Methods: A study was carried out in 50 healthy individuals of age between 30 to 60,
irrespective of sex. Their pulse and blood pressure were recorded before and after yoga.
Results: Data were statistically analyzed and we got p-value < 0> reduction in pulse rate, systolic blood pressure and diastolic blood pressure in subjects after performing yoga.
Conclusion: Regular practice of yoga bring improvement in cardiovascular function which can be helpful
to reduce the chances of cardiovascular diseases.
Keyword :
Cardiovascular, Pulse rate (PR), Systolic blood pressure (SBP), Diastolic blood pressure (DBP), Yoga, Pranayama, Meditation.