13 best yoga dvd for seniors

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Senior bodies are not all the same! Physical abilities can vary widely from one person to another, and even from day to day. This DVD has 3 complete yoga practices to meet the varying needs of people over 70. Level 1 (26 minutes) is done all seated in a chair, and emphasizes gentle movements to improve strength, range-of-motion, joint health, and posture, and works the body as fully as possible while sitting in a chair. Level 2 (40 minutes) alternates sitting in a chair, with standing alongside and holding onto a chair for stability. Level 2 works on developing strength and flexibility evenly throughout the entire body, and includes many easy movements to improve balance and increase foot, ankle and leg strength. Level 3 (55 minutes) also alternates sitting in a chair with standing, but is an overall stronger and longer practice than level 2, with more time spent on the standing and balancing poses. Level 3 is broken down into 6 shorter segments for greater choice. The goal of this DVD is to help seniors live fuller, more independent lives. Special emphasis is placed on working the muscles and joints most needed in everyday life and to prevent falls. All 3 practices emphasize good posture, full deep breathing, and end with a short relaxation and meditation for a more alert and relaxed body and mind. Filmed in the beautiful Bibler Gardens. Designed and taught by Jane Adams, RYT 500, a yoga practitioner since 1976 who specializes in yoga for healthy ageing.

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Practice yoga with the grandeur & beauty of Glacier National Park! This DVD was developed especially for mid-lifers (40's to 70's), to increase strength and flexibility, balance, posture and grace of movement, and create a more relaxed body and mind. Includes 3 sequences designed for specific times of the day: A Morning Practice (18 minutes) to awaken and energize your whole body with easy standing movements; Mid-day Relief from Desk & Computer Work (19 minutes); and a Relaxing Evening Practice (29 minutes) to help you unwind and sleep better. Also includes 3 targeted practices to address specific needs of mid-life: Improving Balance (22 minutes), Core Strength and Flexibility (34 minutes), and Standing Poses for leg and hip flexibility (23 minutes). Also included is a relaxing Full-Body Practice done lying on your back, perfect when you need an effective but gentle practice (34 minutes), and a wonderful guided relaxation (8 minutes). You’ll learn to practice over 100 yoga poses safely and effectively with these 7 completely different routines. The poses flow seamlessly one to another at an easy-to-follow pace to make the most of your time. Designed & taught by Jane Adams, RYT 500, a yoga practitioner since 1976 who specializes in yoga for healthy ageing. Clear instruction & demonstrations make this perfect for beginners.

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Join us as we take you from umm to omm with our unique, anatomy based approach to yoga! Part workout, part physical therapy sessions, and part relaxing retreat, we'll guide you through the basics and beyond of every pose in a fun, safe way.



Yoga Vitality is a program designed for healthy aging. It's for those who are interested in gently and safely strengthening their body in order to prevent injury, improve functional fitness, move through day to day tasks with more comfort and ease, and to get rid of the aches and pains that hold you back from doing what you want to do.



Suitable for folks of any fitness level and age! And no flexibility required!



Featuring multiple demonstrators for every pose, we'll show you how to tailor every exercise to your fitness level. And by providing modifications with a chair, you can choose to make every pose as easy or as hard you would like.



Get ready to tighten that core, move gracefully and without pain, boost your energy, improve your balance and posture, and start living healthier!



Every Yoga Vitality DVD comes with FREE STREAMING access to the workouts which means you can practice with us on most of your favorite devices!



Makes for a great GIFT IDEA. Yoga Vitality is the perfect tangible gift that comes with free streaming access on most devices!

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Introducing a yoga workout system for the rest of us, with modifications for those who can't touch their toes. No painful postures. No hymns, chants, or gongs. This is yoga for physical fitness. This is yoga for those who don’t normally do yoga! Boost your morning routine. Boost your metabolism. And boost your fitness goals with this complete yoga system for beginners.



Here's how:



Workout 1 - Yoga Sharpen: Boost your morning routine with this energizing beginner's workout that focuses on the fundamentals.



Workout 2 - Yoga Strength: Build muscle by targeting areas that conventional resistance exercises often miss in a safe, low impact way. Whether you are a beginner to fitness, or an athlete looking to improve their performance, this is the workout for you.



Workout 3 - Yoga Sweat: Boost your metabolism with this power yoga class for weight loss! This faster moving yoga workout will get your heart pumping and your muscles burning!



Workout 4 - Yoga Stretch & De-Stress: Boost your recovery, soothe sore muscles, and get rid of those pains and aches with this restorative workout. Use it as your cool down after the other workouts, or use it to unwind and de-stress after a long day!



Lebron James and Kevin Love are doing it. The Seattle Seahawks were doing it on their way to the Super Bowl. Now it's your turn to discover all of yoga's amazing benefits! Build muscle. Lose weight. Boost your athletic performance. Soothe sore muscles. Reduce lower back pain. And get into great shape. Oh, and you might relax a little too!



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Improve your balance, strength, and overall fitness while enjoying the beauty of Glacier National Park! This dvd has 9 completely different practice sessions, each 8 to 31 minutes long. The practices draw upon the best traditional exercises, tai chi based movements specifically developed to improve balance in older adults, modified yoga poses, and easy dance-based stepping movements. Your balance will be challenged in many different ways to help you move safely with grace and confidence. All movements are taught in mirror image with clear easy-to-follow instructions and demonstrations. All practices are done standing except where indicated.



The practices are:



Chair-seated practice to gently strengthen your entire body (17 min.)



Classic stationary balances performed holding onto a chair for support & seated core-strength work (31 min.)



Practical walking balances & dance-based stepping movements to improve your ability to react quickly and improve cardiovascular health, performed using a chair for support (16 min.)



More challenging walking & stepping balances, without a chair (18 min.)



Leg strength exercises (13 min.)



Upper-body seated strength & mobility exercises (12 min.)



Lower body stretches (13 min.)



Tai Chi easy full-body mobility practice (17 min.)



Tai Chi practice with 8 forms, similar to traditional tai chi, but modified to make it easier to learn and to emphasize the balance improving aspects of tai chi (8 min.)



Also includes a separate short (3-7 minute) tutorial for learning each of the 8 tai chi forms.



Designed and taught by expert instructor Jane Adams. Good balance and a strong body are essential for living an active, independent life and to prevent falls. Jane's goal in producing this was to bring together the most helpful balance & strength exercises for seniors in one affordable dvd.

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Benagh is one of the most intelligent and insightful teachers around. - Yoga Journal 

Yoga over 50 DVD contains Workout Video Routines to stay fit, healthy and flexible. A yoga DVD for those over 50, including yoga for seniors, to build strength, increase flexibility, promote calmness and improve balance. 

Our easy-to-use menu allows you to choose from 8 customized routines ranging from 20-60 minutes:

- Flexibility & Strength 

- Seated Poses 

- Flowing Sun Salutations 

- Guided Relaxation and Meditation 

- Gentle Yoga on a Chair 

- Osteoporosis 

- Osteoarthritis 

Yoga video routines led by world renowned yoga instructor Barbara Benagh, who over the last 40 years has developed an insightful style that emphasizes reducing stress and promoting healthy living through the practice of yoga.  Shot near beautiful Glacier National Park

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The Stronger Seniors Yoga Chair Exercise program is designed to help seniors develop strength and enhance the ability to function in daily life. This beginning yoga program improves respiration and circulation and reduces tension. Stronger Seniors Yoga Chair Exercise will help to increase balance, flexibility, and strength. Yoga incorporates simple mind/body exercises focusing on breath and relaxation which help to reduce stress. If you have heard how wonderful Yoga is, but always thought it was too difficult, now is your time to experience this amazing age-old practice. Modified for the chair, Stronger Seniors Yoga Chair Exercise Program incorporates all of the benefits of yoga: a healthier, stronger and more relaxed you; improved flexibility; a great sense of calm and well-being; and increased oxygen intake. No getting down on the floor, no 'pretzel' poses. Just increased flexibility, mobility, and relaxation. There is no risk of injury from hyperextension that most 'beginning' yoga programs can cause. Chair Yoga participants receive not only the physical benefits of Yoga (Postures), but also the more quiet and meditative aspects of breath awareness and the relaxation response.

Review

This is true healing yoga on a simplified scale. I don't understand how something that looks so easy can have any affect on your well-being, but it definitely does. Soothing music and a beginning relaxation session get your body and mind ready for the exercises. Easy gentle moves all while seated in a chair with emphasis on deep breathing gets oxygen to all the muscles that are being stretched and creates the miracle :o) And the time flies by - total of 40 minutes including the ending relaxation, but it seems more like only 5 minutes have passed so don't be afraid it will take too long and that you will get bored. It's the best 40 minutes I could ever spend. I haven't gone past the basic session yet but hope to soon start making use of Anne's other DVD set for seniors, called Stretch & Strength, on alternate days. I had so much improvement in the first couple of weeks I have since bought 8 DVDs as gifts for family and friends that I thought might get some benefit from it. Before receiving this DVD, I thought the rest of my life would be spent on the sofa. Thank you Anne for saving my life! Namaste! --Alma W., Clinton, AR



Dear Anne, I cannot begin to tell you of how much I love your Yoga for Seniors DVD. Yoga has been a passion of mine for several years and at 53 years old, this past spring I became a certified instructor and have been instructing the more mature adult ( no one under 65 ) at a retirement facility. I purchased your DVD and have been using many of the wonderful poses you do for these women of whom I instruct. They Love It!!!! They prefer a slow gradual seated pose as opposed to someone who runs them through a series. These women are in wheelchairs and on walkers with other issues as well, however, they have determination to improve their health and flexibility, as best as they can. I am so grateful for your DVD and am so willing to learn more and new things so that I can offer these women more gifts. Please add me to your mailing list and if you ever hold any kind of weekend yoga conference for the mature adult, I am only 4 hours away! Thank you! God Bless! Namaste! --Mallory Patton, Wisconsin



I am 70 yrs old, Never have done Yoga, Began this 4 weeks ago. I feel better after doing it, and am seeing improvement in the level of pain when bending over, from Arthritis. I can tell the difference in how I feel if I don't do it, am using the program almost every day now. Thank you, everyone connected with this program!!!!! My friend is a yoga teacher, bought this first, I used hers until mine came. --Maxine J.

About the Actor

An educator at the renowned Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago and the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, Anne Pringle Burnell is the creator of the Stronger Seniors Chair Workout Program as seen on Lifetime Television, The History Channel, and CNN. Chosen as a presenting instructor at the National Council on Aging's annual conference in 2007 and 2010. Anne also developed the Peyow Aqua Pilates program which premiered at the Peninsula Spa.

Anne is certified by the American Council on Exercise, the Aerobics & Fitness Association of America, and she has been a guest instructor at spas and resort throughout North America and the Caribbean. Her other certifications include: Stott Pilates, Seniors Instruction, Nia Technique, Kickboxing, Precision Cycling, Aquatics, and Pre & Postnatal exercise.

About the Director

David Sommerfeld is a Chicago director whose credits include over 20 videos for Bally's Health Clubs.

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One of the most intelligent and insightful teachers around. - Yoga Journal

Excite, inspire and encourage your journey of healthy and balanced living.

Product Description YOGA FOR BEGINNERS is the perfect way to be introduced to Yoga and it helps you to explore and experience the numerous benefits of yoga. There are 8 routines to help build strength, increase flexibility, improve your health and vitality and transform how you look and feel.

Routines are led by renowned instructor Barbara Benagh who expertly leads you through tailored workouts ranging from 10 to 60 minutes. YOGA FOR BEGINNERS was filmed on location at one of the most beautiful, tranquil beaches in the world, Half-Moon Bay, Antigua, which adds to the overall experience of tranquility.

DVD HIGHLIGHTS:

Top selling yoga DVD in the US and Canada

An evergreen, great selling title

8 different workouts

Key demographic for people that want to try yoga

Tremendous amount of content/value (240 minutes)

Interview with Instructor

Filmed at Half-Moon Bay, Antigua

Yoga instructor Barbara Benagh has practiced and taught yoga for nearly 35 years. She discovered yoga while living in England and began teaching there. She moved to Boston and opened The Yoga Studio on Beacon Hill in 1980.

In addition to her local classes Barbara teaches yoga seminars throughout the US and internationally. She is a regular contributor of articles to Yoga Journal magazine. She has several audio CDs of live classes available as well as DVDs, the latest being Yoga for Beginners released by Body + Soul magazine, and Yoga for Stress Relief that includes a discussion on meditation from the Dalai Lama.

Barbara was kind enough to answer some questions from Amazon.com about this unique line of yoga DVDs.

How are these DVDs different from other yoga DVDs?

I was drawn to working with Bodywisdommedia because they produce DVDs they are interactive. Rather than a "one size fits all" single routine that is typical of most products, these DVDs offer choice, allowing the user to customize and change their yoga practice to suit their needs. No two persons are the same so the ability to change your practice - easing shoulder tension one day and an invigorating morning wake up the next - come as close as possible to allowing you to address your individual needs at home. Not only do people have different physical needs, but they have different time constraints as well. If you have only 20 minutes, there is a practice for you but there are longer practices as well (some as long as 90 minutes) that address the total body/mind connection. The sheer number of yoga sequences offered on each of these DVDs is a first. They are incredibly comprehensive.

How were you able to get the Dalai Lama involved?

This project dovetailed perfectly with the Dalai Lama's message that modern stress is one of the greatest obstacles to our mental happiness and physical wellbeing. Because we are long-time sincere practitioners, having a 30-minute lecture of the Dalai Lama teaching how to meditate on the Yoga for Stress Relief DVD was a perfect fit. Bodywisdommedia also has a broader relationship with the Office of Tibet and are releasing historic lectures with "A Path to Happiness" being the first one.

How will potential buyers of these DVDs know which one is right for them?

The titles are very indicative of what appears on the DVD and therefore a good guide. I really enjoyed making Yoga for Stress Relief because it is incredibly relevant. We strove to make the sequences accessible to as many people as possible, whether they are a beginner or long time practitioner. Yoga for Beginners is a great, non-threatening place to get started and includes lots of sound technique developed over my 30 years as a yoga teacher. Power Yoga for Every Body is a bit more challenging taking you from the beginning level and gradually progressing to much more demanding routines.

• EASY - These simple chair exercises are easy to follow, and perfect for seniors or beginners! They will improve your energy, strength, balance, mobility and so much more!
• EFFECTIVE - This DVD may also start to relieve pains associated with arthritis, back pain, and injuries so you can feel great again!
• TOP RATED - Recommended by Doctors all over the United States.
• WORKOUTS - Foundation - Cardio - Core - Balance - Yoga
• PLUS - Working out with Deron helps you lose weight in a fun and effortless way.

User questions & answers

Question:	Will this play on a blu-ray machine
Answer:	NO. I usually love/hate lol any workout by Shaun T. My month 2 set does not play including 2 from month 1.
Question:	Been couple of months is it now closed caption for the deaf
Answer:	It's waterproof for daily life, such as hands washing , raining . However, we don't suggest to wear it for swimming ,diving or sauna
Question:	Is there any way to get this on an iPad
Answer:	It's waterproof for daily life, such as hands washing , raining . However, we don't suggest to wear it for swimming ,diving or sauna
Question:	Is this series available onPrime
Answer:	sorry , currently CS254 can't monitor blood pressure.

Product description

Yoga Paired With Pilates Provides A Complete, Balanced Total Body Core Strength and Stretch Workout.



The goal of this program is to combine elements of yoga and pilates in a way that complements and enhances the pairing of exercises and techniques in order to provide a more complete, balanced, total body core strength and stretch workout.



We’ll be taking a more gentle approach during the sessions, which means we won’t be putting any excess strain on the joints (no downward facing dog or sun salutations, for example), however you may choose to advance the poses when appropriate if you would like to add more challenge at any time. And, please keep an eye out for our on screen pop ups for modification assistance to help you make the poses and postures work best for your body’s needs.



Session #1: Standing Series (30 Minutes) features standing only poses and exercises that help improve balance, functional core strength, total body stability and mobility.



Session #2: Floor Flow (30 Minutes) features movements that are best performed on the floor for maximum benefit, allowing us to stay down on the ground during the entire practice while we work on developing deep core strength, control, full body stretch and strength.



EQUIPMENT USED: A mat or towel is all that is required, but the use of a sturdy chair and a small, soft pillow may be added to bolster some of the poses, if desired.



Approx. Total Run Time: 64 Minutes

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Chair Yoga with Nadia Narain was designed for anyone wanting to increase mobility and flexibility. There are times in all of our lives when we may need a little extra support in our yoga practice. This programme was created for anyone seeking assistance in yoga or wanting to go deeper into their bodies. The movements are based on the principals of yoga to increase health and wellbeing. So whether you are at your desk, recovering from an injury, a senior or anyone looking to change up their routine, Chair Yoga with Nadia Narain is for you.



Nadia is a leading teacher of yoga in the UK and is sought after by celebrities and students for her powerful straightforward teachings.



Session 1: This routine is practised on the chair for the entire sequence. It begins with a flowing warm up incorporating the breath with movement and includes the basic yoga postures and principles.



Session 2: This routine is a combination of seated and standing poses practised both on and off the chair. The programme begins on the chair with gentle stretches but then incorporates poses such as Warrior 1 and Tree Pose using the chair as a stable prop.



Session 3: This gentle flowing routine is practised on the ground and includes a meditation. It was created to stretch the body to relieve tension and release stress.

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Discover how yoga can come to the aid of anyone, regardless of age and mobility, who wants to increase strength and their sense of balance, both critical for aging bodies. In this routine, Peggy demonstrates how yoga poses can potentially increase your range of motion and improve awareness of your body. This 7-part yoga routine can be done all at once, or in segments, and can be practiced with or without the assistance of a chair.

Review

3 out of 4 stars

The message is clear: anyone can do this and reap benefits from yoga stretches and poses, which work together to help free the body s locked-up energy...Recommended. --Video Librarian

Product description

Disc One



Yoga Practice 1 (31:03)

Yoga Practice 2 (36:02)

Yoga Practice 3 (35:08)

Green Mountain Relax (3:23)

Lakside Sunrise Relax (3:14)

How Sleep Affects Everything (10:42)



Disc Two

Yoga Practice 4 (40:04)

Yoga Practice 5 (41:37)

Yoga Practice 6 (39:09)

Relaxing Waters Relax (2:50)

Rocky Mountain Reservoir Relax (3:14)



Keep it Movin!'

• SIMPLE, SAFE, AND EFFECTIVE - Two discs include 6 Yoga Routines + 5 Bonus clips
• FUN AND EASY TO FOLLOW - These simple chair routines are easy to follow, and perfect for seniors or beginners! You will NEVER go to the floor with these exercises! Just simply pop your DVD into your player and hit play!
• TOP RATED ROUTINES - Grow Young Fitness has over 750 five star reviews! Recommended by doctors all over the World!

User questions & answers

Question:	Are there any standing poses using a chair for balance or assist
Answer:	We do recommend a sturdy 4 legged chair, without arms, and a mostly upright back rest for optimal safety and range of motion during the exercises. 😊 There are seated and standing workouts. If you are standing the chair is there for balance if you need. There is no correct way to sit in the chair but I would suggest sitting near the front to engage your core and give yourself a little more of a challenge. If you need to work on posture and are not as comfortable on the front edge, I would suggest sitting all the way back. Do what is most comfortable for you! You can use a chair other than the one described above and still receive the benefits of completing the workouts. The #1 priority is your safety so be sure your chair is sturdy. Some members have even used couches or loveseats as a substitute which is fine. Let me know if you have any other questions. I am happy to help! 👍
Question:	Is there a short video of the yoga being used on this disk so I can see the level and kind of positions used
Answer:	The workouts we offer are safe and low impact. Great for building strength and flexibility! Many members are in the same situation as you are and are benefiting from the program. I would recommend consulting your doctor if you have any questions on what movements you can or cannot perform. Keep in mind, all of these are low impact so they are most likely OK but checking with your doctor to be safe is always a good idea! 👍 We do not have a video showing the precise moves used but the entire workout is chair based.