Friday, 26 September 2008

YOGA FOR OLDER WOMEN

A study has concluded that women over the age of 65 may benefit from regularly practising yoga.

Conducted at the Temple University in Philadelphia, the research found that the women who did yoga increased their walking speed and the length of their stride, reports Dallas News.

In addition, flexibility was improved in the hip flexors, ankles and big toe joints. This led to body weight being even better distributed on the subject's feet.

Dr Song, who was involved in the study, commented: 'This might be good to continue to investigate, if yoga is an appropriate intervention for minimising the risk of falling.'

Yoga may be an attractive workout option for the money conscious keep fit fan as all that is needed is a yoga mat and fitness DVD.

By www.totallyfitness.co.uk

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