When the Norman weather gets too chilly for a walk outside, the treadmill seems a little flat, and the weights seem to just get heavier, why not try something new? The word “Yoga” probably sparks an image of someone in tight Capri pants sitting in the “Lotus” position with their feet tucked up on their thighs and humming. The truth is, you don’t have to be a spiritual nut to enjoy yoga.
College students are often overwhelmed with their lives and responsibilities. They have busy schedules and never stop to take a breath. Yoga is not only for exercise, but great for relaxation. Here are a few reasons why it’s a good idea to grab an exercise mat instead of the TV remote when unwinding after a long day of class.
1) Stress Relief – Yoga can reduce the physical effects of stress. It can lower blood pressure and heart rate. It also eases symptoms of anxiety, depression and fatigue.
2) Pain Relief – Yoga eases aches and pains from headaches to arthritis pains.
3) Increased Strength – Yoga uses every muscle in the body, helping to increase strength from head to toe.
4) Weight Management – Yoga can help control weight by burning calories and reducing stress and also provides a sense of well being.
5) Cardio Conditioning – Yoga increases endurance levels and improves oxygen uptake during exercise.
For all you skeptical college students, here is the information you were really waiting to hear. Yoga classes don’t have to take up much time or money. Classes can fit into your schedule; lasting anywhere from 20 minutes to 90 minutes. The cost depends on the particular yoga studio, and there are many in the Norman area.
For a list of the local studios and more information, go to http://www.yogafinder.com/yoga.cfm?yogacountry=USA&yogastate=OK&yogacity=Norman
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