Effect of yoga and meditation on recovery pulse rate which is an index of physical fitness
Journal Title: National Journal of Physiology, Pharmacy and Pharmacology - Year 2018, Vol 8, Issue 10
Abstract
Background: Regular exercise and practice of yoga and meditation are known to have beneficial effects on different organ systems including cardiovascular system as well. Aims and Objectives: The objective of this study has been attempted to compare cardiovascular state at rest. Materials and Methods: Comparing resting pulse rate and physical fitness index (PFI) in sedentary and yoga trained individual within the same age group. PFI was recorded using Harvard step test. Results: There was significant decrease in recovery pulse rate in test group which resulted in increased PFI. Conclusion: Increase in the baroreflex sensitivity and decrease sympathetic tone after regular practice of yoga and meditation.
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Shashikala L, Anand K S S
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- EP ID EP491788
- DOI 10.5455/njppp.2018.8.0622216072018
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