Yoga Awareness Month

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Did you know that September is national yoga awareness month? Yoga actually benefits people in a variety of ways. A person can work on their flexibility, strength, balance, and so on by practicing yoga. Visiting Angels Jasper breaks down how yoga can impact seniors.

Before a senior starts practicing yoga, they should speak with their doctor. Their doctor should be able to tell them if practicing yoga is safe. If practicing yoga is safe, Visiting Angels Jasper recommends starting off with an in-person class. Since yoga is all about posing, an in-person class is a great way for beginners to start. An in-person class allows a senior to interact with a yoga instructor face to face. A yoga instructor can help a senior learn the poses properly by making small adjustments here and there. If a pose is learned correctly, it can have a better effect.

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