Journal of Yoga & Physical Therapy
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Christopher C Dunbar

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• Research Article
  Cardiovascular and Metabolic Responses to Vinyasa Yoga and Paced Surya Namaskar B
  Author(s): Stefanie Joshua and Christopher C Dunbar Stefanie Joshua and Christopher C Dunbar
  
  Objectives: The purpose of this study is to assess cardiovascular response to a thirty-minute continuous and uniformly paced session of Surya Namaskar B. The metabolic response to the yoga protocol is compared to the maximum cardiovascular response assessed utilizing a Bruce Protocol treadmill test to determine whether or not the a vinyasa flow yoga practice, including frequent paced Surya Namaskar B, meets the guidelines for moderate intensity activity as outlined by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). Methods: Four healthy men and women (37 - 62 years) who have practiced vinyasa yoga for at least six months participated in the study. Participants completed a Bruce Protocol treadmill test to assess maximum cardiovascular and metabolic response. In a subsequent session, participants completed thirty minutes of a paced Surya Namaskar B yoga protocol. Results: Participants e.. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2157-7595.1000230

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