Relevance of Vyayama (Physical activity) for healthcare : A Review

Authors

  • Dhannajay Deptt. Of Sharir Rachna, Mahaveer Ayurvedic Medical and Hospital, Meerut cant., meerut Uttar Pradesh, India Author
  • Dinesh Kumar Verma Department of Rasa Shastra Shanti Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital, Ballia Uttar Pradesh, India Author
  • N K Verma Department of Swasthavritta Rajkiya Ayurvedic College & Hospital Lucknow Uttar Pradesh, India Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.48165/

Keywords:

Vyayam, Physical activity, Doshas

Abstract

Basic Vyayam (physical exercise) principles to  establish strength in the body or any bodily activity that  enhances or maintains physical fitnessand overall health and  wellness. It is performed for various reasons, including  strengthening muscles and the cardiovascular system,  honing athletic skills, weight loss or maintenance, and  merely enjoyment. Frequent and regular physical exercise  boosts the immune system and helps prevent the "diseases  of affluence" such as cardiovascular disease, DM type-2,  obesity etc. It may also help prevent depression, help to  promote or maintain positive self-esteem and improve  mental health. There are three doshas (Vata, Pitta and  Kapha) are often described as the manifestations of natural forces at work in the body. Each  dosha is defined by two of the five natural elements: space, air, fire, water and earth. Vata is  resides in the spaces of your body, helping to govern the function of the nervous system. Pitta is  closely associated with the digestive and elimination systems where as Kapha refers to the  governing the majority of our physical composition. Exercise should align with one's dosha.  Each dosha does better with certain exercises.  

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Published

2020-01-31

How to Cite

Dhannajay, Verma, D.K., & Verma, N.K. (2020). Relevance of Vyayama (Physical activity) for healthcare : A Review. International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga, 3(1), 79–85. https://doi.org/10.48165/