Benefits of yoga
Scientists at the world watch in wonder a reality that yoga instructors known for some time: the practice of this discipline regularly builds bone mass decreasing in many cases the chances of getting osteoporosis.
Yoga keeps the bone healthy and strong because through asanas that are performing the yoga postures, you can get benefits such as those outlined below.
* Will make significant rotations of the joints and spine: Many of the yoga postures widely rotate our joints and spine in different directions, significantly reducing the progression of rigidity and deterioration, thus keeping them in excellent condition.
* Strengthens muscles: the discipline strengthens the upper arms, shoulders and back muscles, because those who practice it must carry its own weight for the positions reversed. Also the upper femur in certain positions of equilibrium, alternating between this weight and the other leg.* Increases bone density: through positions in which we must sustain the weight. Unlike other forms of exercise such as walking, dancing, jogging or aerobics, yoga makes the effort to support the weight of the body itself is not made only in the legs, but with the upper body and arms.
This weight distribution is achieved through inverted postures like the crow, which will significantly strengthen shoulders, arms, wrists and hands.
* Balances the production of estrogen, progesterone, calcium, and adrenaline levels, which helps maintain bone density. Before and during menopause regular yoga practice produces a balanced, due to increased hormonal balance.
This helps to stabilize, ovaries, hypothalamus and pituitary, the real triggers of the endocrine system that generate the menopause.
Also regulates the production of hormones responsible for maintaining the level of calcium in our body. When the system works well, both premature aging and loss of bone density, can be prevented.
* Improved breathing, which is a fundamental part of this practice, implementing different techniques, such as rhythmic breathing, deep or pranayamas, used in positions, especially to relieve states of tension, achieving emotional balance, and prepare for meditation or relaxation.
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