We've never really gotten sucked into the cult of yoga. The ancient Indian practice has long been part of the U.S. workout scene, hailed by exercise gurus as a trendy, mind-body-centric way to get in shape, but plenty of us still see it as some mystical thing done in dark rooms while chanting "omm."

A recent Forbes article on the medicinal powers of yoga got us to reconsider, though. Research says the practice has some pretty cool benefits beyond all that stuff like flexibility, endurance and relaxation (snore!). Here, three little-known ways that busy girls can really benefit from yoga.

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Faster Reaction Times
Research from India shows that reaction time can be improved by combining yoga breathing exercises with an established yoga practice. How's that happen? Yoga requires levels of concentration that improve both audio and visual skills. Soon you'll be able to respond faster to each BlackBerry vibration and be the first one in line for the Barney's warehouse sale. Win-win!

Less Rage
Life isn't always fair. But with the mind-body synergy produced by yoga, you can increase your tolerance for handling tricky social scenarios. Boss being a jerk? Old lady in a Crown Victoria causing road rage? Yoga's been proven to help you maintain poise even in the most trying situations.

Better Sex
Besides the hundreds of ways yoga can help you contort your bod into fun tantric positions, the exercise works to provide better bodily control, offers a greater sense of relaxation and helps to boost self-confidence -- all major components in (and out) of the bedroom.

Tell us! Is yoga improving your life? Leave a comment and let us know about it.