Rolling out a yoga mat and flowing with your breath could be one of the best exercises for improving sleep in the long run, according to recent research.
A meta-analysis of 30 randomized controlled trials reveals that regular, high-intensity yoga is more strongly associated with improved sleep than walking, resistance training, combination exercise, aerobic exercise, or traditional Chinese exercis...
The study suggests that high-intensity yoga, with its potential to raise the heart rate, regulate breathing, and possibly regulate brainwave activity patterns, may be particularly beneficial for sleep. However, it's important to note that this study adds to an ongoing conversation about the best exercises for improving sleep quality, as a 2023 meta-analysis found aerobic exercise or mid-intensity exercise three times a week to be the most effective. The study also does not explain why yoga may b...