It increases circulation to muscle increasing the force of a muscle contraction, thereby improving muscle tone, strength and endurance.
It delivers fresh blood and oxygen to injured areas and flushes out waste products to hasten healing.
It directly effects the nervous system and by choosing certain techniques can excite the body(before a sports event) or relax the body(de-stressing).
It can improve forced vital capacity, respiratory rate and chest expansion in those with respiratory conditions.