Comparative Study of Yoga and Aerobic Exercise on Cardiovascular Health in Overweight Youth: Special Refence of CollegeStudents of Badwani District, Madhya Pradesh

  • Unique Paper ID: 167911
  • Volume: 11
  • Issue: 4
  • PageNo: 696-703
  • Abstract:
  • This study aims to compare the effects of yoga and aerobic exercise on cardiovascular health and psychological well-being in overweight college students in Badwani District, Madhya Pradesh. Sixty participants were divided into three groups: Yoga (N=20), Aerobic Exercise (N=20), and Control (N=20). Over an eight-week period, changes in cardiovascular health markers (blood pressure, heart rate, and cholesterol levels) and psychological well-being (stress levels) were assessed. Adherence rates to the interventions were also recorded. The results indicated significant improvements in both cardiovascular health and stress reduction for participants in the yoga and aerobic exercise groups. The aerobic exercise group exhibited greater reductions in blood pressure, heart rate, and cholesterol levels compared to the yoga group. Both interventions led to a similar decrease in stress levels. Additionally, the aerobic exercise group had a higher adherence rate (80%) than the yoga group (70%). The control group showed no significant changes. Overall, the study suggests that aerobic exercise may be more effective in promoting cardiovascular health and program adherence.

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