Yoga to overcome the stress (2)

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The response of sympathetic nervous system can trigger stress in our metabolism. The reaction to various outside stimuli is also known as the "fight for flight" response - the mind and body, faced with an endangering or disturbing element, prepare for one of two options. Physically, this is manifested through an instantaneous heart rate increase, together with a high a ascent of blood pressure. Breathing gets shallow and the muscles tense in anticipation to the following action. Internally, this response reduces the blood flow internal organs and processes that are not essential in that particular moment (such as digestion and elimination) are shut down. This state of increased awareness and readiness is beneficial on a short term, preparing our body to react to the outside interventions and stimuli. Both in a "fight" and in a "flight" situation., the body is physically and mentally prepared to act. The problem arises when long-term exposure to similar tress takes place. This "fight or flight" response is only meant to help on short periods of time - the longer it is activated the less resources will the body have to function normally.