A study of cardiorespiratory efficiency following yoga in healthy Indian medical students

Akhani, Pratik; Banode, Siddharth; Shah, Nirupama

doi:10.5455/njppp.2019.9.0306808032019

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“…In our present study focusing on respiratory parameters, the majority of the articles we included emphasized the impact of yoga on several aspects, including tidal volume (TV), vital capacity (VC), FVC, FEV1, and PEFR. Our analysis revealed that these parameters generally saw a significant increase following yoga practice in the majority of the studies [ 23 , 25 , 26 , 35 ]. However, one particular study, Akhani et al, 2019 [ 25 ], did not identify a substantial increase in TV.…”

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“…Our analysis revealed that these parameters generally saw a significant increase following yoga practice in the majority of the studies [ 23 , 25 , 26 , 35 ]. However, one particular study, Akhani et al, 2019 [ 25 ], did not identify a substantial increase in TV.…”

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confidence: 84%

“…The top themes highlighting the effect of Yoga were on tidal volume (TV), vital capacity (VC), Forced vital capacity (FVC), Forced expiratory volume (FEV1), and peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR). While these parameters do not show a significant change in control group, they all show a significant increase after yoga [ 23 , 25 , 26 , 35 ]. Only Akhani et al, 2019 [ 25 ] did not find a significant increase in TV.…”

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“…While these parameters do not show a significant change in control group, they all show a significant increase after yoga [ 23 , 25 , 26 , 35 ]. Only Akhani et al, 2019 [ 25 ] did not find a significant increase in TV.…”

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“…The study reported that yogic exercise interventions enhanced cardiac capacity among healthy men and women with normal body mass. 1 The Suryanamasker is a popular yogic posture consisting of twelve postures that was significant for cardio-respiratory function. 2 The lungs functions are the most affected organ in a human being in polluted society, the yogic practises had positive effects on pulmonary function.…”

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Influence of yoga practices and core exercises training on cardiorespiratory fitness of college females

Dibyendu B Samanta,

Sandeep Kumar

2024

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Background: Obesity is a major health issue in modern society. Regular physical exercise and healthy habits are some of the ways to get rid of it. In this study, researchers applied yoga and core exercises to overweight college females to find their effect on cardiorespiratory endurance. Objectives: To find out the effect of yoga and core exercise training on the cardiorespiratory fitness of overweight college females and to compare the effect of yoga and core exercise training on the cardiorespiratory fitness of overweight college females. Methodology: Through the purposive sampling method 30 overweight college females were selected and they were randomly divided into two groups the yoga group and the core exercise group. Both exercises were conducted three days per week for periods of 16 weeks, each exercise session was 40 minutes in duration. Cooper's 12 minute run/walk test was used to measure cardiorespiratory fitness. The t test was conducted to analyze the data, and the level of significance was set at p<0.05. Result: It was observed that after yoga practice cardiorespiratory fitness measurements improved from 1396 ± 76.12 meters to 1476 ± 67.46 meters. After core exercise training, it improved from 1399.62 ± 82.83 meters to 1480.66 ± 135.72 meters. The statistical analysis has shown yoga and core exercise significantly improved cardiorespiratory fitness (p<0.05). When the effects of yoga and core exercise training were compared, it was shown that both had similar effects. Conclusion: The study demonstrated that both yoga practice and core exercise significantly improved the cardiorespiratory fitness of overweight college females, and both yoga practice and core exercise had a similar effect on cardiorespiratory fitness among the subjects.

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Effectiveness of Alternative Nostril Breathing on Blood Pressure: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

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Hypertension, a significant risk factor for cardiovascular disease, has a high prevalence rate globally. While drug use is the most common approach, lifestyle improvements are crucial. Recently, there has been a notable upsurge of interest in various breathing methods, including device-induced breathing techniques like Resperate. However, the reliance on a device for these techniques has prompted the popularity of alternative breathing methods that can be performed without any external devices. One such method that has gained significant attention is alternative nostril breathing, which serves as an alternative medical treatment known for its effectiveness in reducing blood pressure. Therefore, this study aimed to systematically investigate the therapeutic effects of alternate nostril breathing. We selected 16 articles published in English, Korean, and Chinese databases, of which 14 met the eligibility criteria, and a systematic literature review was conducted. A meta-analysis was conducted on six qualified studies. Meta and sensitivity analyses were conducted using a random effects model of six randomized clinical trials (RCTs). Results of alternative nostril breathing (ANB) on 1,377 participants have been reported based on the effects of systolic and diastolic blood pressure (SBP and DBP). Both the lone ANB and combined yoga programs resulted in significant reductions in SBP and DBP. Meta-analysis of the 6 trials with 525 participants demonstrated that ANB was better in reducing SBP than that of the control group (non-intervention or placebo) (mean difference [MD]: -7.16, 95% confidence interval [CI]: -7.86 to -6.45, I2:93%). Moreover, ANB was better in reducing DBP than that of the control group (non-intervention or placebo) (MD: -5.16, 95% CI: -5.89 to -4.44, I2:87%). The results of the study are valid, however, attention is needed when interpreting the results because the heterogeneity exceeds 75%. A systematic review of 14 studies found that ANB can improve cardiovascular indicators, such as SBP and DBP, as well as non-cardiovascular factors, such as fatigue, intraocular pressure, and memory. However, the review noted that implementing double blinding in studies on yoga breathing intervention is difficult, and most studies were not double-blinded, suggesting the need for high-quality RCTs in the future. Registration: CRD42023401177

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A study of cardiorespiratory efficiency following yoga in healthy Indian medical students

Cited by 4 publications

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The psychosomatic impact of Yoga in medical education: a systematic review and meta-analysis

The psychosomatic impact of Yoga in medical education: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Influence of yoga practices and core exercises training on cardiorespiratory fitness of college females

Effectiveness of Alternative Nostril Breathing on Blood Pressure: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

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