Yoga for Osteoporosis - Bingham Library - Adult Learning

To introduce Yoga's gentle, low impact movements ideal for those with osteopenia (the stage before osteoporosis) and osteoporosis. The course is also suitable for those with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis often experienced alongside osteoporosis. Yoga will help to lubricate joints and keep them moving smoothly; improve strength, flexibility, balance, co-ordination, endurance, muscle mass, agility and energy level - all important for adults with osteoporosis. Your 'approach' to yoga and 'how' you practise will also help you to develop an increased level of awareness, which in turn will lead to practising with an increased attentiveness to your body - getting to know yourself by listening to your body's feedback and responding appropriately.

The course is suitable for all ages, for beginners and those who already practise yoga. Each week there is a simple, step by step guided practice where we work on a variety of postures which are adapted and modified. The practices and techniques include slow, gentle, straightforward movements; breathing techniques and relaxation.

What Yoga can do for you: Improve posture, create better balance, increase range of movement, make you stronger, refine your co-ordination, lower blood pressure, alleviate stress & anxiety

What will learners achieve by the end of the course?

To understand postures to increase strength, correct alignment and improve balance

To understand how to modify & adapt postures to suit individual needs

To build stamina and improve focus

To practise moving with a neutral spine

To practise moving slowly and mindfully

What you will need to bring to the course:

Basic requirements for yoga practice:

Non-slip mat, cushion/towel, block, belt.

Wear loose, comfortable clothing

Always remove shoes.

Have a light meal 1 and a half to 2 hours before a practice.

Please inform the teacher of any ailments, e.g. back trouble, blood pressure etc. There is a confidential health questionnaire available for this.

If you are in any doubt about practising yoga, please consult your doctor.

Always practise gently - there isn't any strain in yoga and no competition.

Please always ask if you are in any doubt about anything.

Resources/materials can be purchased from:

The British Wheel of Yoga https://www.bwy.org.uk

Ekotex Yoga https://www.ekotexyoga.co.uk