Health Benefits of Yoga

5. Yoga can boost brain power.

It’s really a no-brainer (*pun intended*) that regular exercise can be a great brain booster. That said, a study in the Journal of Physical Activity and Health found that just 20 minutes of yoga can stimulate brain function more than walking or jogging for the same amount of time. And it doesn’t stop there — research has also shown that yoga can help relieve migraines.

6. Yoga can strengthen your immune system.

When it comes to yoga, stress-busting, and your immune system, the effect is pretty straightforward and here’s how it works: With yoga as you learn to breathe deeper, you’ll help get more oxygen-rich blood to the lungs and other organs, your body’s natural defenses will become stronger, your overall level of stress will decrease, and you’ll give your immune system a nice boost — all while you’re laying comfortably on your yoga mat!

7. Yoga can give you a boost in height.

Yep, it’s true! There are certain poses which can help decompress the spine and vertebral discs. In fact, Antigravity Yoga is a special form of yoga practice which focuses on zero-compression inversions while you hang upside down from a silk hammock. End result: Your body decompresses, both figuratively and literally, while also extending in length and some people have reported a vertical boost of up to half an inch!

Dr. Phoenyx Austin, M.D. is a certified Sports Medicine Specialist, bestselling author, and the creator of women’s FitBeauty products for healthy hair and fit body. Find Dr. Phoenyx on her website, YouTube channel, and follow her TeamFitBeauty Instagram page for natural hair and healthy living inspiration.

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