Despite the tough economy,yoga classes are booming

CNN recently reported that despite the recession in America, people aren't dropping their yoga classes. In fact, even more people are turning yoga to relieve higher-than-ever stress levels, whether its career or money-related issues they're dealing with.

Yoga's positive effects on stress-reduction have been measured. Additionally, yogic breathing enhances a sense of calm, even outside the yoga studio. Stretching, balancing and strength building in a yoga class can elevate the heart rate, releasing those feel-good endorphins. The beauty of yoga is its dynamic effects : mentally and physically.

Read the CNN article "Recession relief: people are stretching for it"