Decreases - Cholesterol, insulin requirement for diabetics, frequency of asthma attacks, chronic pain symptoms, heart rate, respiratory rate, panic, anxiety and depression. Improves - Levels of physical fitness, body image, cardiac output, thyroid function, chest expansion, and functional mobility. Generally not, but some persons may need to restrict there practices in different ways. Restorative poses are also beneficial to enhance immunity. People with herniated discs and sciatica problems should only work with qualified teachers.
Pregnancy is a great time to begin a yoga practice.
Start easy, the earlier on in your pregnancy the better. If you are unsure as to whether yoga would be a good idea for you, contact a professional yoga instructor to discuss your questions and explore your possibilities.