Effect of Balasana on cardiac parameters among healthy medical students

[...]yoga, especially simple yoga techniques such as balasana, if they are doing routinely along with their busy life can prevent cardiac diseases. [16] In the present study, cardiac parameters including pulse rate, SBP and DBP are estimated after a period of balasana practice for 90 days. Since cardiovascular disease is an important cause of mortality and morbidity, especially among populations with sedentary life, it is wise to introduce effective simple Asana like balasana which will improve quality of life. In our study, students practiced Vajrasana posture as a preparatory posture before balasana and after performing balasana for 10 times did meditation during each session. [...]the present study shows on practicing balasana there is a significant reduction in basal heart rate, SBP, and DBP. [...]balasana can be incorporated in the busy schedule of medical students as it improves cardiac functions.