Yoga for Seniors: Thoracic Park
This is a short series designed to open up your neck, shoulders and thoracic spine (the middle of the back between your shoulder blades). It’s great for office workers and a fantastic class to do regularly if you want to avoid common issues from desk work and aging, such as carpal tunnel, arthritis and neck pain.
Comments
I enjoyed doing this video, myself a very fit 55 year old, with my 82 year old not too fit Dad. We both found it far too fast though. More direction on the breathing and a slower pace so that each breath sequence can match a yoga sequence would be great! Thank you!
I just had major reconstructive surgery on my foot 4 days ago, so my mobility is very limited, but it was thrilling to find a little yoga sequence that can be done within the context of my physical limitation. Breath and movement are healing! Thank you!
I didn't find it to fast but I did slow down now and then, I just kept going. I think I can do this! Thank you!
Yes, the speed is fast. It's for a reason: to get heat into the muscles quickly. No, I couldn't keep up with it, as I am a beginner, but I found the pace that gave the "burn" and went through all the different stretches as she did. My pace was a bit slower and it worked for me. Ideally, the goal is to get near her speed, but ALL yoga should be done at your own pace. There is nothing wrong with my speed because it worked for me, just like yours would work for you. The faster, the better when it comes to the thoracic spine because of its use.