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Link : A yoga sequence for osteoporosis: most everyone can do this sequence

MiaLee•

6 years ago•6 Replies

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An excellent, gentle sequence with pictures. You don’t have to know or do yoga to follow this sequence.

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fmkkm6 years ago

Great article, thanks ☘️

Bev53-SB6 years ago

Thankyou, an interesting article, I already modify positions in my regular yoga class but this article has given me extra food for thought.

Sting10Tulah56 years ago

I would like to try this but I am afraid to break more of my bones can you help me please tell me Carol

MiaLee• in reply toSting10Tulah56 years ago

Carol, are there any here that you feel comfortable with? If so, start with those only. Once you have done those for awhile, you may feel confident enough to try another one. These will make your muscles stronger and more flexible ; it’s these muscles that support your bones. I think it does women a disservice to make you afraid to move your body; there are studies that show flexibility, and balance are more important than bone density in preventing fractures in osteoporosis. Limited movement means less balance and less flexibility. I think you should speak to a physiotherapist if you feel afraid. Even print out and show her these sequences. Then any start you can make means a step toward improvement. China has the lowest bone density in populations around the world, but also the lowest fractures. Populations of smaller people with less weight( India, Thailand, China etc) have low bone densities because of their size; but they have very low rates of fracture due to higher levels of flexibility and balance as they age ( due to a more active lifestyle ).

Seek out some quidance from a physio, or show these exercises to your doctor. Don’t be afraid. Just take that first step to building a stronger body, however small.