Abstract

Background: Regular exercise and practice of yoga and meditation are known to have beneficial effects on different organ systems including cardiovascular system as well. Aims and Objectives: The objective of this study has been attempted to compare cardiovascular state at rest.
Materials and Methods: Comparing resting pulse rate and physical fitness index (PFI) in sedentary and yoga trained individual within the same age group. PFI was recorded using Harvard step test.
Results: There was significant decrease in recovery pulse rate in test group which resulted in increased PFI. Conclusion: Increase in the baroreflex sensitivity and decrease sympathetic tone after regular practice of yoga and meditation.