A comparative study of stress between yogic and non-yogic students of Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya
Jittu Kumar, Devendra Chandravanshi
International Journal of Physical Education Sports and Health August 1, 2026 DOI: 10.22271/kheljournal.2026.v13.i8c.4759 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Comparative study Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Sample size | 60 |
| Population | University students aged 18 to 25 at GGV Bilaspur, including 30 yoga practitioners and 30 non-practitioners |
| Measures | Perceived stress questionnaire |
| Key points | Yogic students reported significantly lower stress levels than non-yogic students, particularly in psychological and emotional domains, suggesting that regular yoga practice may improve resilience to academic and everyday stressors. |
Abstract
Background: Both physical and mental health are impacted by chronic stress, especially for students who are under academic pressure. Yoga is thought to reduce stress more successfully than traditional lifestyles because it incorporates physical postures, breathing techniques, and meditation.The purpose of this research work is to see the stress levels between the yogic and non-yogic students of university.
Objective: To measure the stress level of yogic and non-yogic students.
Methods: A comparative study of stress has been done between yogic and non-yogic students of ggv, Bilaspur. Total 60 sample have been taken, in which 30 students are yoga practicing and 30 are not practicing yoga, all students are studing in GGV Bilaspur, aged 18 to 25. Percieved stress questionnaire has been used in this research. To identify significant differences between the groups, data were analyzed using t-tests and descriptive statics.
Results: According to the findings it is revealed that there are significant differences in the stress levels of yogic and non- yogic students. Yogic students found to be less stressed than non-yogic students.
Conclusion: This comparative study revealed that students who regularly practice yoga, report much reduced levels of stress, especially in psychological and emotional domains. Frequent yoga practice, which includes asanas, pranayama, and meditation, seems to improve resilience against common student issues such as performance anxiety, academic expectations, and everyday stressors. Compared to sedentary lives, yoga promotes improved stress adaptation by lowering cortisol levels and improving vagal tone through its beneficial effects on the autonomic nerve system.