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Wednesday, January 16, 2008

As a long-time yoga lover, I have heard many times that yoga is not really exercise. So it was really interesting to find that experts now say what I always knew...it is! If you have never tried it, yoga is an ancient discipline that encourages relaxation through controlled breathing, meditation and different poses.

Yoga is apparently great for your body and mind. A recent study at Boston University, found that just an hour of yoga can boost levels of gamma-amino butyric, a neurotransmitter that helps reduce anxiety and depression. Yoga is also good for your body. Many of the poses require balance, flexibility and strength and the more you do them, the more you will have. The increased flexibility you gain from yoga helps prevent future injury and it increases overall range of range of motion, something we lose as we age.

If you are interested in trying yoga, there are many books and videos, but I recommend trying a class in your local area. There are many levels and types of yoga and it is important to choose the right one for you. Some are more rigorous than others, so see your doctor first to make sure you are ready to get started.

Enjoy!

Jerri, DTR
Nutrition Specialist

You never know what you can do, unless you try!

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