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                             Interesting benefits of gentle chair yoga for senior citizens. Yoga is something we imagine young people with flexible bodies get into difficult positions that are hard to balance. Yoga is an amazing exercise that has plenty of types for everyone! And no matter what type you choose it’s a great way to improve strength, flexibility and manage stress. What is chair yoga? It is a specific form of yoga therapy where you practice yoga poses by sitting on a chair or using a chair for support. It was developed by Laxmi Voelker. It can help older people with balance, lower limb strength, boosting mood, and vitality. They are made available at senior fitness centers, retirement facilities, and senior daycare centers . Benefits of chair yoga: 1.Improves Joint pain from Arthritis- According to a  Florida Atlantic University research study, chair yoga decreases osteoarthritis-associated pai...

Are you excited to start a new series and wondering what to do with this amazing period? The saying ‘Age is just a number ’ is definitely true when it comes to seniors exploring in their golden years. What’s important is to have a young spirit! In fact, senior adults who are said to be in their golden years, have the ability to keep their minds sharp, their bodies fit and live a well-balanced life.  Let’s find out how you can live your golden years to the fullest : 1.Take up a hobby : Think of a hobby you always wanted to take up. Now you have plenty of time, brush up on your old skills or take up new hobbies. It could be gardening, reading, playing an instrument, your love for films, singing literally anything. These hobbies will keep you occupied and at the same time activate your mind-muscle. 2.Travel : Your golden years are one of the best times to travel! You might be hesitant about traveling to a new country. But to sit on a bench in front of a calm blue sea, warm sunshine an...

                    Second Covid wave in India: Expert’s opinion for senior citizens Does it make you fret every time when your parents go out for a walk? Or do you get terrified for your grandparent’s health with the thought of visiting them? It’s been almost a year since the pandemic struck India, and the second wave of Covid has already begun. As scary as it sounds if taken proper precautions we all can remain protected and healthy. And, it is important that we look after our elders at this crucial time. Experts have a little advice for our elderly, which can help them stay alert, so we can continue to shower our unconditional love on them. Dr.Kumar who has developed an advisory on protecting the elderlies has given the following advice :  1. Precautions at home: They must stay within the house at all times and avoid taking visitors. If it is essential to see someone, a strict social dist...