Chapter 13

Question 1

What is”mind-body” connection?

Answer 1

This term refers to what happens when ascending pathways carry sensory information from the muscles and joints to a variety of thalmic and cortical structures of the brain

Question 2

What are some benefits of mind-body exercise?

Answer 2

• management of a number of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease (CVD), diabetes, and arthritis.
• This form of activity can be executed at low to moderate level
• they’re relatively safe and low impact
• helpful for arthritis, asthma, low back pain, and postural problems along with balance, coordination and flexibility
• lowered blood pressure, decreased stress

Question 3

As evidenced by several studies, what (other than practicing yoga alone) was a necessary stimulus to generate significant clinical outcomes in patients?

Answer 3

Modifying blood lipids and lipoproteins (LDL cholesterol) by dietary means

Question 4

What’s the difference between a yogic lifestyle and just practicing hatha yoga classes?

Answer 4

A yogic lifestyle involves individuals who generally embark upon daily dietary, meditation, and spiritual centering and practice regular yoga exercise. It’s more of a lifestyle practice then just taking yoga classes