OVERVIEW OF VYAYAMA (PHYSICAL EXERCISE)
Journal Title: Journal of Biological and Scientific Opinion - Year 2014, Vol 2, Issue 6
Abstract
The aim of this study was to look for ancient Indian literature on science of exercise along with recent work done on exercise to prevent and cure various diseases. Ayurveda is distinctive as a holistic system of remedial approach which was gradually developed among the Brahmin sages of ancient India some 3000-5000 years back and vyayama is broadly described in Ayurvedic literature. Vyayama is not only resultant of the physical exercise, body power for exertion, collectedness, power of long-term need; but also it eliminates all toxin of the body and increases the digestive fire, physical and mental strength. So, preventive and curative means of Vyayama has been proved so earlier. It is the oldest living medical science which is still being practiced extensively worldwide. Concept of vyayama is very well explained in Ayurveda. Lot of work has been done for the prevention and management of different diseases by Vyayama like diabetes, hypertension, obesity, stress disorders etc. Therefore the aim of this work is to review and explore significance of Vyayama and bring together scientific explanation of the research work carried out in Ayurveda.
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Sushma Tiwari, Sangeeta Gehlot
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