Power Yoga is a powerful, energetic form of yoga where
students fluidly move from one pose to the next while
connecting their breathing to their movements. It
incorporates strength, flexibility, balance, cardio and
physical and mental stamina. Vinyasa meaning, “flow” or “to
move without resistance,” incorporates interval and cross training
exercises to challenge both the aerobic and
anaerobic systems of the body. As your body adapts, it is
important to vary the types, intensity and duration of the exercises. Power Vinyasa yoga
incorporates regular sequences that become familiar to
students, but incorporates variations to modify, intensify, or
challenge the body by altering the pace or duration of
poses, and the frequency that they are repeated.
BENEFITS OF POWER VINYASA YOGA:
Blood pressure- A consistent yoga practice decreases blood
pressure through better circulation and oxygenation of the
body.
Pulse rate- A slower pulse rate indicates that the heart is
strong enough to pump more blood with fewer beats.
Regularly practicing yoga provides a lower pulse rate.
Circulation- Yoga improves blood circulation. By
transporting nutrients and oxygen throughout the body, yoga
practice provides healthier organs, skin, and brain.
Respiration- Like the circulatory system, a lower respiratory
rate indicates that the lungs are working more efficiently.
Yoga decreases the respiratory rate through a combination
of controlled breathing exercises and better fitness.
Cardiovascular endurance- A combination of lower heart
rate and improved oxygenation to the body (both benefits of
yoga) results in higher cardiovascular endurance.
