This study aimed to improve the health status of individuals by a comprehensive change in their life styles. The first phase of study involved training a batch of volunteers in various programs such as yogasana, pranayama, chanting, nutritional counseling etc., These highly motivated groups underwent training for a period of six months. The training sessions were held once a week, each session lasting approximately 3 hours and also many group sessions were held. Pre-training assessment in biomedical and psychological measures were carried out. A control -comparison group was also evaluated for their cardiac health status. Statistical analysis revealed an enhanced status in physical wellbeing, problem oriented approach in coping among trained group. Coronary risks reduced for yoga-trained group. They also showed significantly better cardiac status and compliance than the control group. This study proved that yoga can be a preventive and health promotive means for cardiac patients and risk group.