ATHENS, Ga., Dec. 12, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Zones are
areas of the world where residents practice wellness habits shown
to increase life expectancy by up to 10 years, develop 1/6 the rate
of cardiovascular disease and have 1/5 the rate of colon and breast
cancer. Americans' fast paced lives and stress levels have resulted
in rising obesity, diabetes and chronic diseases, as well as,
increasing healthcare costs; the world's highest at nearly
$3.2 trillion dollars annually or 16%
of GDP.
How can Americans adopt Blue Zone philosophies?
A local group researched methods of developing a healthy
lifestyle in human beings throughout the world, and The Human Yoga
Project was born. By incorporating Blue Zone philosophies locally,
the Human Yoga Project aims to make practice simple so students can
experience health benefits regardless of their level of health.
Dr. Subodh Agrawal, renowned
cardiologist and owner of Athens Heart Center and Specialty
Clinics, recognized an opportunity to bring Blue Zone philosophies
to Athens, Georgia. The Human Yoga
Project's partners include, Traci Jo
Lee, Yogi expert and entrepreneur, as well as, Tom Camp, local Marriage and Family Therapist
and Certified Yoga Therapist.
"Our focus is to increase longevity and live a healthier more
connected lifestyle while reducing healthcare costs and improving
quality of life," said Dr. Agrawal. Practice starts with
individuals bringing Blue Zone principles into their homes first
and then into their workplace and community. Dr. Agrawal
offers free yoga classes to all his employees and time to work on
these principles throughout the day. He believes that by bringing
the yogi lifestyle to his employees, he will improve work
efficiency and bring mindfulness into their daily lives.
"The Human Yoga Project's mission is to simplify the practice of
yoga, and to educate and mobilize our population through yoga,"
said Traci Jo Lee. "By yoga students
becoming yoga teachers, we start a ripple effect that makes an
impact locally and then continues to spread its reach."
Future plans include training students on habits that connect
Blue Zone communities including, a plant-based diet, a high level
of social engagement, family time and practicing daily
meditation.
For information about The Human Yoga Project, contact Dr.
Subodh Agrawal at 706-308-7099 or
via email at agrawal@ahcspc.com.
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SOURCE Athens Heart Center and Specialty Clinics