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Chair Yoga for Senior Independence
from: Paul M. Jerard Jr.Until a certain age in life, words like dignity, quality of
life, and independence seem to be more suitable for
descriptions, or reasons, why independent nations had
revolutionary wars, than for senior independence. However, for
seniors, these words reflect the need to stay the course of
independence.
In some cases, our bodies go on existing, while our physical and
mental health is slipping away. We need something that will
maintain our health, aside from another prescription, with side
effects.
Walking offers many good benefits, but some of us have more wear
and tear on the knees, hips, and back, than we would like. We
gave up running years ago, and walking is fine, but has to be
kept in moderation. We should still walk when, or if, it is
possible, but you have to listen to your body and walk
accordingly.
Chair Yoga offers a safe, low-impact workout, with cross
training benefits that will change your life for the best.
Flexibility, mobility, bone density, and strength can all be
enhanced with the practice of Chair Yoga.
With flexibility comes "new found" mobility, and this
contributes to independence. Many Chair Yoga students start a
walking program, or use an exercise bike, elliptical trainer, or
tread mill, for enhanced cardiovascular work - shortly after
seeing the results of flexibility and mobility.
Fall prevention is also covered in most Chair Yoga classes. Most
of us realize the potential consequences of falling down, with
bones that are not as pliable as they used to be. We all know
how devastating a broken hip can be. Therefore, balancing
exercises are covered, and students are reminded to work on
balancing at home.
At home, the walls, and your kitchen counter, can also be used
for sturdy props when working on balancing exercises. You should
also be aware that some prescriptions will affect your balance.
This is one more good reason to talk to your doctor, or
pharmacist, about the side effects of any prescription.
You can also research any prescription's side effects on the
Internet, by going to a search engine and entering the name of
the product in your search. This will take you to the
manufacturer's site, and at the bottom, you will see the
possible side effects of that particular prescription.
Getting back to flexibility, mobility, and balance - you can
make the most of your life by visiting a local Senior Center or
Yoga studio to inquire about Chair Yoga classes. Some classes
are also a mix of disciplines, and may be labeled as stretch,
wellness, or stretch and tone classes.
If possible, try a class to see if it fits your needs. You will
start feeling the results in a week or two and make the most of
your life, right now. No matter how much time we have left, we
all want to remain independent and keep our dignity intact.
© Copyright 2005 - Paul Jerard / Aura Publications
About the author:
Paul Jerard is the director of Yoga teacher training at Aura in
RI. He's a master instructor of martial arts and Yoga. He wrote:
Is Running a Yoga Business Right for You? For Yoga students
wanting to be a Yoga teacher.
http://www.yoga-teacher-training.org
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