Yoga is a tool of exercise used by many of us to maintain a flexible body. New study though suggests that it may be an effective pain management tool as well.

Scientists found that just 4 weeks of regular yoga sessions reduced the frequency and severity of chronic pain. 18 men and women with continuous chronic pain attended the 1.5 hour long yoga sessions, 3 days a week for a month. It involved various yoga poses and meditation.

Questionnaires were prepared and were distributed every week. The answers to the questionnaires revealed that the participants were using less medication and had lower levels of anxiety than at the start of the research. Mood swings were reduced considerably and it improved as well. Scientists said that though the research was successful more studies need to be done before conforming the benefits of yoga.

Many of us do walk to help ourselves keep fit. But walking properly is also important and you could save a lot of time and gain profuctive results if the tips mentioned below are followed properly.

• Begin and end with light exercises (Stretching your body is a good idea).
• Take short steps while walking without taking effort to do so.
• Do not walk at the same speed for all the time. Walk in speed intervals.
• Keep your back straight while walking. Tighten your abs.
• Do not land all of your feet on the ground at the same time. Land your heals first and end with the toe.
• Bend your elbows while walking. This helps them swing faster helping your legs move faster.
• Keep your chin up.
• Try going out with friends and keep talking so that you know that you aren’t putting a lot of effort in the walk.
• Avoid uneven paths and pavements.
• Get your music player along to enjoy the experience!