Background
CVD
CVD, DISEASES OF THE HEART, CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is an umbrella term including diseases of the heart and vasculature within the body [Different modes of exercise can be performed to meet current physical activity guidelines like walking, running, or cycling. Millions of Americans are currently practicing yoga, [Physical activity bouts of at least a moderate-intensity are known to improve (i.e., lower) post exercise HR [To address research gaps about the relationship between vinyasa yoga and ANS function, the purpose of this study was to measure the effect of vinyasa yoga on autonomic regulation of the cardiovascular system (i.e., changes in BP, HR, and HRV) compared to a prolonged seated control condition.