10-week Yoga Practice Effect on Cognitive and Motor Function in Older Adults

10-week Yoga Practice Effect in Older Adults

Thirty-three healthy elderly people, who were classified into two age groups, participated in this study. All participants had not practiced yoga before and were asked not to perform any sports activities while the research was ongoing. In the experimental group, participants (n = 18) had to participate in 10 weeks of yoga classes. In the control group, participants (n = 15) did not perform any exercises or other changes in their daily living life.

Experimental measurements: Brunel, PSS-14 and HAD questionnaires

Inclusion Criteria:

• age, from 60 years old
• a statement by a local family physician about general good physical health
• never tired to practice yoga before

Exclusion Criteria:

• cardiovascular diseases
• musculoskeletal system diseases (osteoporosis, osteochondrosis, hernias)
• neurodegenerative diseases
• oncological diseases
• glaucoma
• injuries and surgeries in last 3 years