Hip-Hop Yoga, Its Benefits For Men

The new exercise program — called “Hip-Hop Yoga” — has been trending in the recent years. It was created by DJ Khaled and Eddie Murphy. It combines the relaxation benefits of yoga with the upbeat tempo of popular Hip Hop music. For example, there is a sequence of poses that ends in a downward dog position while fans shout out the latest hit single by Jay Z or Beyoncé. Some patrons say they enjoy exercising while listening to hip hop music as a way of getting motivated. Other patrons say it provides them with a good excuse not to go home after work on Fridays.

From pop-lock moves to headlocks, Hip-Hop Yoga provides a fun way to get in shape. This new form of exercise is designed to improve rhythm and agility while providing cardio benefits. By incorporating hip hop dance moves with yoga poses, Hip-Hop Yoga combines elements from your favorite dance clubs with traditional stretches and poses.

According to one of the co-founders, “Hip hop yoga is a workout that will challenge both your body and your mind. It uses elements of hip hop dance such as popping, locking and breaking.” Exercise sessions are set to music most often associated with street dancing, from Beyoncé classics to current hits. This form of exercise has grown in popularity over recent years due to its focus on longer poses and slower movements compared to other forms of yoga.

The Advisory Council on Physical Fitness & Sports (ACSM), a non-profit organization that supports fitness through research and education. Founded in 1956 by Dr. Thomas J. Hurley, ACSM serves as the leading private organization committed to increasing the awareness and understanding of physical activity and its relationship to health, wellness and quality of life for all people through programs, services and professional development. ACSM American Fitness Index Advisory Board has done research that shows the health benefits of Hip-Hop Yoga. These benefits include:

• Improving mobility and flexibility
• Increasing core strength and stability
• Strengthening glutes and lifts quads
• Boosting body metabolism

The psychological benefits that men experience from Hip-Hop Yoga include: self-esteem and confidence building, stress reduction and relaxation techniques