Most people who practice yoga will say how good it makes them feel. A recent study has reported that yoga does indeed improve mood, reduces anxiety and positively effects levels of the neurotransmitter GABA (often the target of anti-anxiety medications) compared to walking at the same energy-burning level. So, while all exercise is good for mood, yoga may give you that little bit more!
Journal of Alternative & Complementary Medicine Vol 16, No 11, 2010, pp. 1145–1152.
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