Does movement have any part in Yoga for stress relief? Do flowing asanas make a positive difference in purging stress from our bodies? A regular practice of Yoga asanas and breathing exercises can greatly relieve chronic stress and tension. When we live in a state of anxiety and stress, our bodies and minds eventually become uneasy and depleted. This state of depletion can even result in cardiovascular disease, adrenal fatigue and depression. Practicing Yoga regularly, including pranayama exercises will greatly help to calm your mind as the poses release deeply held muscular stress and tension.
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