Posted on Mar 3, 2021

Army tests fitness benefits of yoga and meditation in basic training

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Through a 10-week pilot program, the U.S. Army has recently begun to test the benefits of both yoga and meditation in basic training. Early feedback includes improved endurance, reduced pain and better stress management.

Army tests fitness benefits of yoga and meditation in basic training

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Maybe so help those who haven't been outside the home and who never had a job and can't handle discipline.

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SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth

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Thank you for the share brother Chris Meek

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SFC Melvin Brandenburg

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These are strategies that build resilience

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Army tests fitness benefits of yoga and meditation in basic training

Army tests fitness benefits of yoga and meditation in basic training

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