🙏 Release helpful brain chemicals Most
exercise triggers the release of "feel-good" chemicals in the brain.
These mood boosting chemicals include brain messengers such as dopamine,
serotonin, and norepinephrine. Although yoga movements are slow and
controlled, they still elevate your heart rate, make the muscles work
hard, and stimulate the release of brain chemicals. As a result, yoga
can make you happier.
🙏 Improve sleep Research suggests that
yoga can improve sleep. This may be especially true for older adults. In
one study of yoga participants over the age of 60, participants reported
an increase in both the quality and quantity of their sleep. They also
increased their sleep efficiency, which measures the percentage of time
in bed actually spent sleeping.
🙏 Reduce stress The tightening and
relaxing of muscles can reduce tension. You may also benefit from the
peaceful atmosphere, calming music, and positive attitude that you will
find in most yoga classes.
