How yoga asanas benefit people who have been through chemo-therapy.

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Cancer and Yoga Postures

2. Yoga Postures
Stress
(Disease)
Yoga Calmness
Calmness
Postures of the Mind
of the Mind
Muscle Stretching
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3. Inter-Dependency
Stretching of the muscles and joints activates parasympathetic
nervous system = relaxation response in the psycho-physiological
systems
When mind is relaxed, breath slows down and body self healing
mechanism is activated.
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4. Yoga Postures - Asanas
Postures stretch muscles and ligaments:
Activate parasympathetic system - relaxation
Postures are modified according to type of cancer to heal affected
areas after operation
Tone the muscles, improves blood circulation
Increase efficiency of muscles
Activate/balance the glands and hormonal system
Activate lymphatic system
Tone cardio-vascular system
Stabilizes metabolic rate
Correction of body posture
Structural changes in the functioning of the mind

5. Yoga Postures Transform
Regular practice over 6 months transforms one’s physical, psychological,
mental and spiritual state:
Physical:
Physical changes to the functioning of the brain
Physical changes to all the systems of the body
Increased tone of muscles
Rejuvenation of cells and organs
Decreased fatigue
Increased flexibility and endurance
Increased respiratory efficiency
Increased vigor
Induced self-healing of the body
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6. Yoga Postures Transform
Psychological:
Positive changes in personality
Changes in outlook towards life
Relaxed way of being
Better sleep
Change of habits, beliefs and behavior
Behavior based on thoughtful action instead of emotional
reaction
Moods like depression is significantly reduced
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7. Yoga Postures Transform
Mental:
Ability to control the functioning of the mind with cortex dominance
Cortex (intellect) takes over from limbic brain (emotions) the
management of cerebellum (controlling muscle functions) – results
in calmness and peace of mind
Reduced negative or dysfunctional thoughts and rumination
Relaxed and quiet mind
Prevailing acceptance and tolerance
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8. Yoga Postures Transform
Spiritual
Improvement in awareness and consciousness
Sense of peace and joy
Changed sense of self identity
Induced meditative/contemplative states
Sense of purpose in life
Subtle energy optimization
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