The art of combining mindful walking and Yoga, while integrating mindfulness meditation techniques into both activities, will help you to integrate and resolve emotional difficulties – providing your body and mind with a great holistic exercise. Spending some time outside in the fresh air, and sunlight every day, will also help to regulate your circadian rhythms (body clock) and increase your serotonin levels, which will help to increase your energy level and support a positive outlook on life. Practicing Yoga asanas and mindful walking together, or in tandem with each other, will benefit your body, heart, and mind. That said, most people will prefer to walk before or after asana practice. Some students may experience nausea by practicing upper body movements while walking.
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