Effect of Yoga, Asanas & Pranayama on Quality of Sleep and Concentration

Authors

  • Priti Devi Research scholar, University of Patanjali, Haridwar
  • Arti Yadav Assistant Professor, University of Patanjali, Haridwar

Keywords:

Yoga, Asanas, Pranayama, Quality of Sleep, Concentration

Abstract

Yoga originated in India thousands of years ago and at present Yoga, Asana and Pranayama which
have proved to be an effective method for prevention and management of diseases and improvement
of health are being adopted by the people. Yoga (Asana, Pranayama) is the ancient practice has become
increasingly popular in today's busy lives. In today's era where modern man is facing health related
physical and mental problems at an abnormal rate, Yoga (Asana Pranayama) plays an important role
in its solution. The best way to fit ourself. Yoga involves physical poses, and deep breathing. Asanas,
Pranayama is a mind and body practice. One can achieve complete control of mind over body by being
both physically and mentally fit. Yoga (Asanas, Pranayama have been practiced in India since ancient
times and provides a healthy mind and a sound body. The purpose of this study is to examine the
benefits of Asanas, Pranayama on Sleep & Concentration.

DOI : 10.5281/zenodo.8151600,

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Author Biographies

Priti Devi, Research scholar, University of Patanjali, Haridwar

Research scholar, University of Patanjali, Haridwar

Arti Yadav, Assistant Professor, University of Patanjali, Haridwar

Assistant Professor, University of Patanjali, Haridwar

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