Chair Yoga Sequence For Seniors

Elderly or seniors may not always be able to stand long hours due to age or ailments.

Chair yoga sequence for seniors. Chair Yoga Sequence. Warm Up Mountain pose. There are 15 chair poses in the lesson plan following as closely as possible the traditional Sun Salutations sequence.

I was doing some of these chair yoga poses at work today. So chair yoga sequences help with recovery and self-confidence. I just finished writing a 30 minute yoga workout for my retirement home class tomorrow.

Chair yoga for seniors. 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. Inhale and lift your butt and press your hips strongly toward the ceiling.

If comfortable allow your head to drop back close your eyes and relax. You might want to do this chair yoga routine along with your older adult so they can watch your movements. Seated Spinal Twist Sit close to the edge of a chair with your knees placed over your ankles Align your feet and knees to hip width Inhale and reach your arms over your head Exhale and twist to the left Set your left hand on the chair behind you.

You dont have to be a senior to do this. Exhale and set your butt on the chair. A 30 minute routine.

Chair yoga sequences can also be done while working in front of the computer to give the body. Its a nice mix of a warm upcardio exercises and then yoga poses with the assistance of a standard four leg chair. Chair yoga sequences are primarily for elderly people or people with mobility issues or disability.