Effect of Yoga on Selected Cardiovascular Parameters in College Women

Abstract :

A study was done to find out the effects of simple yogic exercise programs (asanas and pranayamas) on selected cardiovascular function tests in thirty college women, between 20 and 25 years of age, with no active medical disorders. The study was conducted at a Idhaya engineering college for women chinnasalem district of TamilNadu. Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP), Resting Heart Rate (RHR), Heart Rate Post Exercise(HRPE) and Heart Rate Recovery Time(HRRT) were measured, once initially and again after six weeks of yoga training under supervision.There was definite improvement of cardiovascular functions as revealed by significant decrease in MAP, RHR, HRPE & HRRT after 6 weeks.

Author Name : Dr. A. SenthilKumar

Keywords: Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP), Resting Heart Rate (RHR).