STAY
YOUNG
WITH YOGA
It’s something yogis have known for
years and now research proves it’s
true – yoga helps keep your mind
and body young as you age.
Researchers from the University
of Edinburgh analysed findings of
22 clinical trials on the physical and
mental benefits of yoga in healthy,
older adults. Results, published
in the International Journal of
Behavioural Nutrition and Physical
Activity, showed that yoga not only
improved limb strength and
flexibility, it also improved sleep,
reduced depression and boosted
energy. Yoga was found to be more
effective than other light exercise,
such as walking, at increasing
lower-body strength and improving
mood. Start today and protect
your future health!CONTENTS
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Get in shape with this speedy resistance-band workoutWORDS: Mary Comber PHOTOGRAPHY: iStock