Abstract This empirical study aims to investigate the influence of yogic exercises on body mass index and body composition among young adults. Yoga, which is one of the most important traditional Indian systems, includes postures, breath control, relaxation and mental discipline and is emerging as an important health intervention for enhancement of physical fitness and lifestyle related health indicators. The study can be done using experimental pre-test and post-test research design. Depending on the research design, data may be taken from less than 30 but more than 60 young adults (aged 18–30 years) using either random or purposive sampling. Section Summary Participants could receive a structured yogic exercise programme (selected asanas, Surya Namaskar, pranayama and relaxation) for 6 to 8 weeks Pre- and Post-mean values for measurements of body mass index, body weight, waist-hip ratio, body fat percentage, and selected body-composition variables can be obtained. The data gathered will be analysed using mean & standard deviation, percentage improvement and paired sample t-test. Regular yogic exercise reduces BMI (Body Mass Index), improves body composition, decreases body-fats and higher health of young adults. The results could help inform the usefulness of adding yoga-based fitness programs in colleges, universities and community health programs.
Chidanand K Nandar (Thu,) studied this question.