Older adults who practise yoga are more likely to be fitter, happier and healthier than those who do not, according to a review of the scientific evidence. 
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In people over the age of 60, the increasingly popular discipline was found to have a range of physical benefits, including better muscle strength, balance and flexibility.

​But researchers said yoga could also provide a notable boost to participants’ mental health, relieving the symptoms of depression and helping them get a better night’s sleep.