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Empowering, Strenthening & Inspiring Seniors through Yoga

She. Is. Beautiful.

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Debbie Russo
16 September, 2019
SHE IS BEAUTIFUL... but not like those girls in the magazines. She is beautiful for the way she thinks. She is beautiful for that sparkle in her eyes when she talks about something she loves. She is beautiful for her ability to make other people smile even if she is sad. No, she isn't...

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Pose of the Day ~ Warrior II

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Debbie Russo
29 August, 2019
It’s important to know that any standing yoga pose helps improve bone density, while also improving lower body strength. Warrior II pose (Virabhadrasana II) helps you get a stretch through your hips, groin, chest and inner thighs.It also increases stamina, helps to relieve backaches, and...

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The Moment is Now

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Debbie Russo
08 August, 2019
"The moment is now. The present moment is not just a progression of past moments, but is alive in its own way, complete and perfect. And it is this new moment that demands our attention. Only in the moment can we be fully awake and respond to the real needs of ourselves and others. Only in the...

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Forward Head Posture

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Debbie Russo
18 July, 2019
"For every inch of Forward Head Posture, it can increase the weight of the head on the spine by an additional 10 pounds." - Kapandji, Physiology of Joints, Vol. 3 Forward Head Posture can result in: Spine out of alignment Decreased lung capacity Sluggish bowels Try these 2 yoga-based...

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​Restoring the Body to Balance

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Debbie Russo
11 July, 2019
Restorative yoga is a deeply relaxing style of yoga. It is a receptive practice rather than an active practice. You are completely supported in a shape to receive the benefits, through props. Because it is such a supportive practice, restorative yoga is accessible to everyone, especially those...

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What is Equal Standing?

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Debbie Russo
20 June, 2019
This pose will help you develop awareness of your postural tendencies. In bare feet, stand on a yoga mat or the floor with feet parallel and together or hip-width apart, arms at your sides or at heart’s center. Reflect on your feet and how your body weight is distributed. Without lifting...

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Alternate Nostril Breathing for Fatigue

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Debbie Russo
07 June, 2019
In Sanskrit, Alternate Nostril Breathing is called Nadi Shodhana Pranayama, which translates to “subtle energy clearing breathing technique”. Some of the benefits include:calming the mind, reducing anxiety, and bringing a feeling of relaxation to the entire body. It also relaxes the mind in...

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Yoga is a Tool

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Debbie Russo
14 May, 2019
Yoga is a tool to help you observe your self in action, both on the yoga mat and off. The more you practice, the clearer everything becomes. You can see your blessings manifested and also learn about where you have room for growth. And in the process, you gain strength, develop more...

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Yoga for Arthritis

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Debbie Russo
02 May, 2019
According to the Arthritis Foundation, yoga is proven to help people with arthritis improve many physical and psychological symptoms. Recent scientific studies of people with various types of arthritis show that regular yoga practice can help reduce joint pain, improve joint flexibility and...

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Pose of the Day

author
Debbie Russo
11 April, 2019
Triangle Pose (Chair Yoga Variation) Sanskrit: Uttita trikonasana The chair yoga variation of the triangle pose lengthens the entire side of the body, stabilizes and aligns the pelvis and spine, strengthens glutes, hamstrings, back and quadriceps, and opens the chest and...

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At Senioryoga.com, we believe that seniors are relevant and important people, deserving of respect of capable of creating big dreams. We empower seniors to stay active - mentally, physically, and in the community.

Seniors face increasing challenges as time goes on, and big life changes. A yoga practice can help to maintain functional strength, healthy range of motion, and a positive stress-response.

Health is multi-faceted - the heart and soul must be nurtured as well as the body. At Senioryoga.com, we teach Senior and those who love and work with them how to attain happier, healthier lives, right now, through the practice of yoga.

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