Article: EFFECT OF YOGA ON PHYSICAL HEALTH IN OVERWEIGHT INDIVIDUALS WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO BODY COMPOSITION ANALYSER

Article Category: Original Research articles

DOI: 10.7897/2277-4343.15236

Pages: 43-46

Author: Pinnamareddy Spoorthi Reddy *, Sunayana J, Prasanna Kulkarni, Priyanka BV, Kiran M. Goud

Abstract: Overweight or obesity is a significant concern in current scenario, it has been the most significant contributor of ill health than infectious diseases and undernutrition. Previous studies on yoga suggest that regular practice of yoga fulfils all 3 aims of weight loss management namely weight reduction, prevention of weight regain and maintenance of the target BMI along with long term efficacy. This study investigates the impact of yoga on physical health in overweight individuals, with a specific focus on body composition. Utilizing a well-defined methodology, the study enlisted overweight participants for a structured yoga regimen. Body composition analysis was conducted pre and post-intervention to assess changes in weight, fat percentage, and muscle mass. The results indicate significant improvements in participants' physical health metrics, suggesting yoga as a feasible intervention for weight management. This research contributes to the growing body of evidence supporting yoga's beneficial effects in managing overweight and obesity-related health issues.

Keyword: Sthoulya, Yoga Therapy, Body Composition, Weight Management, Physical Health, Overweight Intervention