Friday, August 22, 2008

Power Yoga

Does Yoga build power in the body? Can it be used as strength training?

No matter what you do, muscle loss begins in your 30s and continues at a rate of 3% per decade without adequate exercise and sound nutrition.

Yoga is a weight-bearing exercise, and several medical studies can support this fact. This means Yoga is good for seniors concerned about bone loss and athletes looking to get a serious work-out.

For example, a typical Hatha Yoga class at Hamsa Yogashala will burn calories, build strength, create endurance and improve flexibility. For most people, that is a win-win combination because there Yoga is no-impact routine so does not harm the muscles or bones.

For serious athletes, Yoga is an excellent addition to the weight training - or Martial Art, or Running, or any other sport that you may engage in.

Om Peace!

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