Yoga lowers blood pressure
— published: 11-11-2011Practiced for many centuries around the world, yoga has several benefits to the human body, one of which is that it helps reduce your blood pressure. Performing yoga asanas (poses) requires focus on your body’s movements rather than on your otherwise busy life. By switching your thoughts to a present (or “mindful”) state, you are better able to achieve calmness and relaxation, which has been shown to help lower your heart rate and blood pressure. For more extensive discussions on yoga and its benefits, read this Yoga for Health article from the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine and this article on the HPRC website.
