Benefits
Reduces risk of cardiovascular diseases (Yoga improved blood sugar, lipid and insulin markers)
Weight control
Energy (increase) and fatigue (decrease, dependent on how you measure it)
Psychological (self-concept/esteem)
Well-being, coping abilities and enjoyment
Metabolic syndrom
5 symptoms linked to increased risk
Increased blood pressure
Large waistline
High bad cholesterol
Low good cholesterol
Elevated blood sugar levels.
Also age and sedentary behaviour
Fatigue and disease; effective exercise
Cancer:
- Aerobic exercise had small effects, resistance and flexibility did not
Fibromyalgia:
- Resistance exercise
Multiple Sclerosis:
- Combo of exercise, not just resistance.
The self (concept and esteem)
Concept: How you see yourself in multiple contexts
Esteem: emotional reaction yourself
Exercise enjoyment
Highest when continuation of exercise programs. Individually tailored are more enjoying.