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A recent study shows that yoga can significantly improve the quality of life and well-being of women with breast cancer -- particularly those who are not taking chemotherapy. The study included 128 women, and the researchers randomly assigned half to a 12-week yoga program, while the other half were in a control group waiting list.
The classes were offered three times a week, and patients were encouraged to take at least one class a week. This wasn't a typical yoga class. The sequencing of postures was designed specifically to benefit those with breast cancer. During the study, the women doing yoga showed improvement in their quality of life, and in their spiritual, emotional and social well-being. The more classes they attended, the better they felt.
The benefits of yoga include increased flexibility, improved muscle tone and in many cases, a heightened sense of well-being.
Do you practice yoga? Do you agree with the study? What exercise makes you feel the best?
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1. CHANNEL 24 HERE IN FRESNO HAS A PROGRAM CALLED BUDDY CHECK 24 WHAT IT IS THAT ON THE 24TH OF EVERY MONTH IS BUDDY CHECK DAY THIS PROGRAM HELPS WOMEN FIGHT BREAST CANCER BY DOING THEIR OWN SELF BREAST EXAM BREAST CANCER CAN BE DEFEATED
Posted at 3:39AM on Oct 19th 2007 by Nicholas Gilbreth
2. Oh yes, I agree. Yoga has given me strength in balance and breath. Through learning how to breath when pushing my body further in stretches each time, I'm able to maintain a calmer persona in the studio and carry it to other aspects of my life. Stress of any kind is bad for a body. It doesn't surprise me Yoga has a positive affect on all people... healthy or sick.
Posted at 9:49AM on Oct 22nd 2007 by Tiffany
3. I agree 100% all the way. Before I started yoga I experience horrible pain in my upper neck & back & I just thought it was normal. I'm young, only 19 so I never thought it was a big deal, then about two months ago I got into yoga & I can tell you after just a few classes that nagging pain went away. I honestly believe Yoga is the best form of exercise; not only does it challenge your body but it does your mind also. After every class I feel so good! I definately see where this could be beneficial to people. Everything about it already is! =)
Posted at 10:57AM on Oct 22nd 2007 by kendra
4. Yes, I have heard many, many great things about Yoga. People tell me it is a great excercise to practice. I don't do Yoga myself, but I am planning on starting.
Posted at 7:37PM on Oct 29th 2007 by dhara
5. I attend Bikram Yoga classes about 3 times each week. I have had breast cancer twice and a bilateral mastectomy. Afterwards I had reconstruction surgeries. The hot yoga helps with flexibility and keeps the scar tissue from feeling so hard.
Posted at 6:34AM on Nov 18th 2007 by Anne Mehle