Journal of Yoga & Physical Therapy
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Rosa P Hernández-Torres

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• Research Article
  Hatha yoga program determinants on cardiovascular health in adult and physically active women
  Author(s): Arnulfo Ramos-Jiménez, Rosa P Hernández-Torres and Abraham Wall-MedranoArnulfo Ramos-Jiménez, Rosa P Hernández-Torres and Abraham Wall-Medrano
  
  Background: Hatha Yoga (HY) is an alternative exercise system for improving health in adults and older people with low physical capacity. Although the HY benefits on cardiovascular health have been demonstrated, its physical determinants haven’t been demonstrated. Therefore, this study evaluates the effect of an HY intervention on cardiovascular risk factors, in physically active adult women. Methods: Sixteen healthy and physically active adult women (56.31±10.47 years) were enrolled into an 11-week HY program (55 sessions/ 90 min each session). The program adherence, asana performance and work intensity were assessed along the intervention. Anthropometry and biochemical analysis were evaluated before, and after HY intervention. Cardiovascular fitness and dietary parameters were evaluated before and after HY intervention. .. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2157-7595.1000103

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