I Liked It
It's not hard to see why this is one of the most popular yoga DVDs for arthritis. It gets your whole body moving in a very gentle manner- and exercise has been shown to definitely help with arthritis pain.
If you're worried about it being too challenging OR not being challenging enough, I'd have to say that's not a big concern here. The poses are shown 3 ways- the normal pose in standing, or a way using a chair to steady yourself if you have balance problems, and yet a third way where you do it in sitting.
There's really something in here for everyone regardless of your fitness level or if you have only one or two specific arthritic joints that give you trouble. Those with bad hand arthritis might also want to check out Treat Your Own Hand and Thumb Osteoarthritis.
I am so glad I have this DVD.
I bought this DVD after being told I have mild Spinal Stenosis and need surgery. I may have to have the surgery someday, but not now. I do the reclining position stretches every morning. It has increased my range of motion and comfort. I had the flu and didn't do them for a few days. I could tell my range of motion decreased. It is the first time in my life that I want to do exercises because I feel better afterwards. I do the gentle warm up and hand exercises at the end of the day. I am amazed at how well my lower back feels just by rolling my shoulders. They are great exercises for anyone who sits at a computer. I haven't done any of the other exercises yet. It will be awhile before I do the standing or sun salutations. I would recommend this DVD to anyone who has lost motion because of arthritis. I am sure you will feel better with the help of this DVD. Pat Murphy
Great Way to "Get Moving"
I have degenerative arthritis - had a spinal fusion and a hip replacement in 2010 and found this video a great way to "get moving" again. The movements are easy to follow, yet make me feel wonderful -especially all the stretching moves. I was looking for something "good for my body" and this Yoga Video certainly fit the bill. I am past middle age, was fairly active before my operations, have grown married children and found this the perfect thing to help me become active again - yoga - it's a wonderful thing! None of the exercises/poses/positions hurt my back or hip and my body felt wonderful after completing each step. The narrator's voice is very calming and enhances the relaxation I experienced upon completing the video. I would recommend this form of exercise to anyone and everyone - especially those with arthritis who want to keep moving!
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