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Yoga is a science that has been practiced for thousands of years. It is consists of Ancient Theories, observations and principles about the mind and body connection which is now being proven by modern medicine. Substantial research has been conducted to look at the Health Benefits of Yoga - from the Yoga Postures (Asanas), Yoga Breathing (Pranayama), and Meditation. The information on Yoga Poses & Benefits are grouped into three categories-physiological, psychological, biochemical effects. Furthermore, scientists have laid these results against the benefits of regular exercise – work out in gyms.
Physiological Benefits of Yoga
Stable autonomic nervous system equilibrium
Pulse rate decreases
Respiratory rate decreases
Blood Pressure decreases (of special significance for hyporeactors)
Galvanic Skin Response (GSR) increases
EEG - alpha waves increase
EMG activity decreases
Cardiovascular efficiency increases
Respiratory efficiency increases
Gastrointestinal function normalizes
Endocrine function normalizes
Excretory functions improve
Musculoskeletal flexibility and joint range of motion increase
Grip strength increases
Eye-hand coordination improves
Dexterity skills improve
Reaction time improves
Posture and balance improves
Strength and resiliency increase
Physical Endurance increases
Energy level increases
Sexual prowess increase
Weight normalizes
Sleep improves
Immunity increases
Integrated functioning of body parts improves
 
Psychological Benefits of Yoga
Somatic and kinesthetic awareness increase
Self-acceptance and self-actualization increase
Social adjustment increases
Anxiety and Depression decrease
Hostility decreases
Concentration improves
Memory improves
Learning efficiency improves
Social skills increases
Thought process calms down
Biochemical Benefits of Yoga
Glucose decreases
Sodium decreases
Total cholesterol decreases
Triglycerides decrease
HDL cholesterol increases
LDL cholesterol decreases
VLDL cholesterol decreases
Cholinesterase increases
Catecholamines decrease
ATPase increases
Hematocrit increases
Hemoglobin increases
Lymphocyte count increases
Total white blood cell count decreases
Thyroxin increases
Vitamin C increases
Total serum protein increases
 
Yoga
Gym Workout
Parasympathetic Nervous System dominates Sympathetic Nervous System dominates
Subcortical regions of brain dominate Cortical regions of brain dominate
Slow dynamic and static movements

Rapid forceful movements - tiring
Normalization of muscle tone Increased muscle tension
No risk of injuring muscles and ligaments Riks of injuring muscles, joints, ligaments
Low caloric consumption Moderate to high caloric consumption
Effort is minimized, relaxed Effort is maximized
Energizing (breathing is natural or controlled)

Fatiguing (breathing is taxed)
Balanced activity of opposing muscle groups Imbalance activity of opposing groups
Noncompetitive, process-oriented Competitive, goal-oriented
Awareness is internal (focus is on breath and silence from withing) Awareness is external (focus is on reaching the toes, reaching the finish line, etc.)
Limitless possibilities for growth in self-awareness Boredom factor