Chair Yoga Exercises: The Best Beginners and Seniors Workout
Chair yoga exercises are perfect for beginners and seniors alike. As we age, we often struggle with more joint pain, weakness, and fatigue. It is imperative that we keep moving safely for our aging bodies. Adapting a yoga class by using the support of a chair is a simple and effective way to consistently workout.
Adaptable yoga classes are perfect for older adults, beginners, and those with mobility limitations. Additionally, this type of class is very beneficial for those recovering from an injury or surgery as well as office workers that spend a lot of time in a chair. In this article we will explore the benefits of chair yoga exercises for beginner and senior students. Let’s dive in!
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The Benefits of Chair Yoga Exercises:
Physical Benefits:
- Low impact for joints.
- Increases strength and muscle tone.
- Improves flexibility and mobility.
- Great for pain management.
- Helps manage chronic conditions.
- Promotes circulation.
- Enhances balance.
- Decreases risk of falls.
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Emotional Benefits:
- Reduces stress, anxiety, and depression. Check out other ways to reduce stress Here.
- Improves proprioception (Being able to sense where your body is in time and space, therefore increases coordination and decreases risk of falling).
- Boosts your mood and improves mental health.
- Better quality sleep.
- Supports well-being and independence.
“Anybody can breathe therefore anybody can practice yoga.” T.K.V. Desikachar
What Do You Need For Chair Yoga Exercises?
The beauty of a class like this is its accessibility and ease. Oftentimes, the beginner student can feel insecure about starting a new fitness regimen. This is where the chair comes in. By moving our bodies in the comfort and safety of a chair, the workout becomes more approachable. However, there are a few things to consider before beginning chair yoga practices. As with any new fitness program, always check with your doctor and receive medical clearance. In addition, make sure you prepare for success by considering the points below.
Chair Yoga Exercises Tools for Success:
- A sturdy chair with no arms or wheels.
- A flat and secure surface. A yoga mat under your chair works well. I have been using Manduka yoga mats for years, this is one of my favorites! (Manduka yoga mat).
- Comfortable clothing, not too tight or too loose.
- Space to fully extend your arms and legs.
- A teacher experienced with adaptable yoga.
Are You Ready? Try My Chair Yoga Exercises!
As a yoga teacher, nothing delights me more than offering movement classes to folks that struggle to find the right class for them. It is a core belief of mine that fitness should be accessible to everyone. As we age this becomes more and more critical. Teaching several in person and online chair yoga class monthly has taught me a lot about the need for these types of classes. In fact, this is one of the major factors I started my library of online fitness classes this year. My wish is to offer accessible, affordable, and enjoyable fitness classes focused on the beginner/senior student.
Are you interested in trying a chair yoga class designed with your needs in mind by a teacher that teaches these types of classes consistently? I would love for you to check out my library of 30- minute fitness classes. I offer chair yoga, yoga, strength training, and Pilates. Ready for the best part? Once you purchase a class, it is yours to practice as many times as you would like! Learn more about my classes HERE!
