Народни танци и йога – практики в свободното време
Folk dances and yoga – practices in free time

Author(s): Petya Milanova
Subject(s): Social Sciences, Sociology
Published by: Университет за национално и световно стопанство (УНСС)
Keywords: health condition; motor activity; survey method
Summary/Abstract: The possibilities for increasing physical activity are diverse and each person could choose a sport or activity according to their desire, capabilities and needs. In recent years, the practice of folk dances by people of different ages has become more and more popular. The purpose of the present study is to reveal the impact of Bulgarian folk dances and yoga practices on the human body. To implement the research, we used a survey method and frequency analysis. We conducted the survey with 20 people involved in Bulgarian folk dances and yoga practices. The results show that half of the respondents have been engaged in folk dancing and yoga practices for 6 months. In conclusion, we can summarize that classes with Bulgarian folk dances and yoga practices improve the overall state of health (physical, mental and emotional) of the participants.

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