A Study of Yogic Exercise on High Blood Pressure

The Positive Impact of Yogic Exercise on Controlling High Blood Pressure in Diabetic Adults

Abstract

The aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of Yoga exercises- Asanas and Pranayama on diabetic person. Yoga Asanas and Pranayama were conducted on respondents before starting the Asanas and Pranayama blood pressure, blood sugar, and hemoglobin were measured. After it was observed that Asanas and Pranayama have reduced adults ‘blood sugar level, blood pressure and hemoglobin. These changes were observed due to Yoga exercises and it was found at normal level. These observations suggested that Yoga Asanas and Pranayama have a beneficial effect on controlling diabetic symptoms. It was assumed that there would be significant effect of Yoga- Asanas and pranayama on blood pressure, blood glucose and hemoglobin. The results of the study reveal that there is significant reduction in post-test condition. Yogic exercises showed a positive and significant impact on diabetic adults.