Yoga was created over five thousand years ago in India and can be a breath of fresh air, as it helps to relax and calm anxiety down. It is a philosophy of life that, through its values and principles, seeks true physical, emotional and spiritual balance.
Traditional yoga has undergone transformations over time and, due to the current context, had to adapt once again, this time to the virtual world. Even from a distance, we can continue to do what seemed to be possible only in person and thus find some advantages in this adaptation - participants do not need to travel and, logistically, they can enjoy these sessions from wherever they are.
Lately, many senior Jamati members have grown an interest in yoga sessions, looking for more physical and mental health and resources to deal with the unknown. Therefore, Paula Roque, Yoga Sámkhya instructor, adapted this practice to the needs of seniors.
Out of the different benefits of Yoga, we highlight some that may help seniors:
- Strengthens bones - in addition to toning the muscles, helps to fight osteoporosis;
- Prevents falls - the practice of yoga helps to maintain or regain balance, improve flexibility and reflexes;
- Decreases anxiety - meditation and breathing are also practiced during sessions to help control anxiety.
Regardless of the focus of each one and being regular in practice, the benefits can be revealed in different shapes and rhythms for each one, with the body being able to move with more fluidity and flexibility and the mind finding greater serenity.
