lecture 5 syllabus Flashcards
functions of the respiratory system?
- To transport air into the lungs and to facilitate the diffusion of Oxygen into the blood stream.
- Receives waste Carbon Dioxide from the blood and eliminates it from the body.
where is the pharynx located?
at the back of the throat – behind the larynx which is at the front
what are the 2 types of breathing?
costal - ribs open and close
diaphragmatic - abdomen bulges
inhalation organs involved
diaphragm contracts and pulls air into lungs
intercostal muscles also used
exhalation organs involved
diaphragm relaxes moves up
abdominal exhalation the abdominals are used
how is the respiratory system affected in asana?
yoga frees up breathing mechanism to optimise gaseous exchange. Allows breath to effectively support movement and posture. Makes use of breathing to affect the mind.
uddiyana kriya allows the diaphragm to stretch which releases tension.
what is respiration?
vital chemical reaction which the purpose is to release energy. Oxygen and glucose = energy.
how is breathing affected in fish pose and bow pose?
in fish pose the chest is expanded and thus the breath is brought into the chest and not the abdomen however slight abdomen breath can be used.
in bow pose rocking back and forth can allow the abdomen to press down.
what are the 2 functions of the circulatory system?
Supplies oxygen and nutrients to every cell of the body
• Removes waste and carbon dioxide
blood pressure
pressure of blood in the circulatory system.
2 numbers
systolic pressure and diastolic pressure
systolic is the highest pressure the blood reaches as your heart beats.
diastolic pressure is the lowest pressure the blooed reaches
what occurs in shoulder stand to the circulatory system?
inversion so lymph drainage.
encourages venous return - veins to return blood to heart
allows blood to flow to brain with little work from heart
effects causes and consequences of high blood pressure?
causes = genetic, lifestyle, stress
consequences = heart attack, stroke, organ damage
Yoga reduces stress and evens out muscle tension
high blood pressure yoga cautions
head below heart
held postures
arms over head
full inversions
low blood pressure - effects and causes
can cause inadequate blood flow to the brain and other organs
low blood pressure yoga cautions
quick changes of pressure in the head — headstand to childs pose
coming up from uttanasa to tadasana
be slow and careful
