Yoga – It’s a Growing Practice with Growing Benefits
According to studies cited at the Johns Hopkins Health Alerts website, there is more and more evidence that yoga can be very beneficial in relieving the pain of arthritis and chronic back problems. It may also help provide the benefit of calming the mind helping to relieve stress and possibly even lower your blood pressure. There are also the more obvious benefits of strength and greater flexibility.
Yoga can be done on any level. Honoring your body is first and foremost when practicing yoga. Seniors can even perform what is known as chair yoga, using a sturdy chair to aid in performing the various poses. Take a look at Get Fit Where You Sit: http://getfitwhereyousit.com/
Before you begin any exercise program consult your physician to get his blessing that you are a good candidate for these types of exercises. As good as yoga can be, it’s not for everyone. Here are several links that will take you to The Johns Hopkins Health Alerts Website where they have several articles on the benefits of Yoga for back pain, heart health, arthritis pain, lowering blood pressure. If you can’t use these links, just type: Johns Hopkins Health Alerts in your address line and then type yoga in their search line. All of these, and many other articles on other topics, are listed there. If you can’t use these links and would like a copy of any of these articles, just let us know.
