A few GoodGym members came together to do online yoga

Yoga talk

Check out this study that highlights the connection between mind and body.

https://thehealthsciencesacademy.org/health-tips/strengthen-your-muscles-by-thought-alone/

The connection between mental training and yoga can be seen in how yoga emphasizes mindfulness and intentional muscle engagement. In yoga, visualizing movements and focusing on muscle activation, even in static poses, may lead to physical benefits similar to the mental training studies. The mental focus in yoga helps create a "mind-muscle connection," potentially enhancing strength, flexibility, and muscle control, as seen in research where mental exercises alone improved muscle strength. Yoga’s meditative aspect reinforces this connection, blending physical and mental conditioning.

a few people came online to do yoga.

Yoga talk

One of the less obvious benefits of yoga is its impact on proprioception—our ability to sense where our body is in space. Many people don’t realize how much this improves balance, coordination, and even reaction times in daily life. Regular practice also strengthens the vagus nerve, which helps regulate stress, digestion, and heart rate, promoting a deep sense of calm. Another surprising benefit is how yoga can retrain habitual movement patterns, preventing injuries by encouraging more efficient and mindful movement. Over time, these subtle changes make a big difference, not just on the mat but in everything from walking to lifting and even sitting more comfortably.

A few GoodGym people came online to do yoga.

Yoga talk

Don’t take your health for granted. Don’t take your body for granted. Do something today that communicates to your body that you desire to care for it. Tomorrow is not promised.” — Jada Pinkett Smith

A few GoodGym members came together for online yoga.

Yoga talk

static holds in yoga benefits the cardiovascular system by: 1. Enhancing Circulation – Holding poses increases blood flow and vascular function, improving oxygen delivery to muscles. 2. Reducing Blood Pressure – Slow, controlled breathing and sustained postures activate the parasympathetic nervous system, leading to lower blood pressure and heart rate. 3. Building Vascular Strength – Isometric holds strengthen blood vessels and improve endothelial function, aiding in better cardiovascular health. 4. Improving Heart Rate Variability (HRV) – Static yoga poses combined with deep breathing enhance HRV, a key marker of heart health and stress resilience. 5. Increasing Nitric Oxide Production – Yoga stimulates nitric oxide release, which helps dilate blood vessels and improve circulation.