WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF YOGA?

Yoga, which is a centuries-old meditative practice, is one of the most popular types of exercise for participants of all ages. In our busy lives that often trigger stress, yoga represents the ideal way to unwind by offering a mental retreat. At our senior living center in Everett, Washington, we make yoga one of the centerpieces of our bustling weekly activities calendar.

Hatha, which combines several styles, is considered one of the more popular styles of yoga. This style of yoga is more physical than other styles of yoga that require participants to remain still throughout an exercise routine. Hatha focuses on mastering controlled breathing while completing a series of yoga postures. Like other styles of yoga, Hatha delivers several benefits for residents at our assisted living facility in Lynnwood.

Improved Self-Image

Yoga studios usually do not include mirrors to allow participants to focus their attention inward rather than looking at physical attributes. Yoga practitioners are more aware of their bodies, but they also acquire keen insight into the meaning of previously misunderstood thoughts. The focus on self-image has helped countless yoga practitioners overcome issues such as eating disorders.

Because of its meditative exercises, yoga is considered an effective form of self-therapy.

Enhanced Fitness

Although yoga is best known for healing emotional wounds, it also has a positive impact on personal fitness. After practicing yoga for a few weeks, you should notice a gain in strength and endurance, as well as much more body flexibility. Cardiovascular benefits delivered by yoga exercises include lower blood pressure and a much more robust circulation of blood.

Studies have demonstrated that yoga also improves lipid profiles, while at the same time reducing blood sugar levels.

Better Weight Management

Because of its physical demands, yoga exercises help participants burn calories. However, the hidden weight loss benefit of yoga comes from the mental side of the exercise routine. Researchers have discovered that yoga practitioners who practiced yoga for at least 30 minutes one time a week for four consecutive years gained less weight or even lost weight.

Yoga participants are more mindful eaters, meaning that they are more in tune with their bodies by knowing when they feel full.

Reduced Stress

Yoga has rightfully earned a reputation for being a healing exercise for both the mind and body. Perhaps no other type of healing has more of a positive impact than the healing that develops because of reduced stress. Mindfulness is a discipline that requires implementing relaxation techniques to achieve inner tranquility. The result of mindfulness often is a much more relaxed body, and more importantly, a much more relaxed mind.

One of the reasons a growing number of companies have added yoga to their wellness programs is to help employees reduce stress.

Discover the Healing Powers of Yoga at MorningStar at Silver Lake

MorningStar operates on the principle that investing in our residents generates long-term health benefits. One of the ways we invest in the residents of our assisted living facility near Arlington involves scheduling activities such as yoga. Moving into a senior housing center in
Everett, WA can trigger considerable stress and anxiety. You can remove stress and anxiety from your life by taking yoga classes at MorningStar at Silver Lake.

Make sure you check with your physician before starting any type of new exercise program.