Chair Yoga Sequence For Seniors

Its a fun activity to do together and youll get the health benefits too.

Chair yoga sequence for seniors. Chair yoga sequences are primarily for elderly people or people with mobility issues or disability. 13 Forward fold stretch Stretches hamstring muscles and lower back. There are 15 chair poses in the lesson plan following as closely as possible the traditional Sun Salutations sequence.

So chair yoga sequences help with recovery and self-confidence. Exhale and set your butt on the chair. Four deep breaths Inhale hands upExhale hands down.

I just finished writing a 30 minute yoga workout for my retirement home class tomorrow. The only equipment thats needed is a sturdy chair that allows your older adults feet to touch the floor. If comfortable allow your head to drop back close your eyes and relax.

You dont have to be a senior to do this. You might want to do this chair yoga routine along with your older adult so they can watch your movements. Chair yoga sequences can also be done while working in front of the computer to give the body.

Chair Yoga Sequence. I was doing some of these chair yoga poses at work today. Warm Up Mountain pose.

Elderly or seniors may not always be able to stand long hours due to age or ailments. Its a nice mix of a warm upcardio exercises and then yoga poses with the assistance of a standard four leg chair. This Sun Salutations Chair Yoga Lesson Plan created using the Yoga Genie Lesson Planner is suitable for office workers seniors coach-potatoes and any one who loves yoga.