See also How to Start a Restorative Practice Yoga has long been shown to decrease the stress hormone cortisol, which, in elevated levels, is associated with weight gain, high blood pressure, and heart disease.
And a few small studies on restorative practices specifically have shown that it can do the same, and may also help cancer patients fight depression and fatigue.
Teachers of the practice witness even deeper benefits from slowing down. For example, Cole’s students often report better sleep for as many as three nights after a class.
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