If there were a way to feel full of vim and vigor in your golden years, wouldn't you want to know about it? Well, here you go: Strike a pose.
That's right. Even if you've never tried yoga before, regularly practicing some simple yoga stretches and poses when you're older can give you back some of the energy and flexibility of your younger years. Here's a laundry list of all the other health benefits.
Feelin' Fine and Lovin' It
After 6 months of taking beginner yoga classes, men and women ages 65 to 85 reported feeling more energized compared with how they felt before their training. They also:
Yoga may be good for your heart health, too. Read about yoga's effect on cholesterol.
Ease into a regular yoga routine. Start with these 12 easy-to-do stretches.
RealAge Benefit: A physical activity program that builds stamina, strength, and flexibility can make your RealAge as much as 8.1 years younger.
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That's right. Even if you've never tried yoga before, regularly practicing some simple yoga stretches and poses when you're older can give you back some of the energy and flexibility of your younger years. Here's a laundry list of all the other health benefits.
Feelin' Fine and Lovin' It
After 6 months of taking beginner yoga classes, men and women ages 65 to 85 reported feeling more energized compared with how they felt before their training. They also:
- Had less pain in their day-to-day lives. (Check out other pain relief options here.)
- Felt more outgoing socially. (Here's one way being social is great for your health.)
- Had better balance. (How long can you stand on one leg? Check your balance with this test.)
- Experienced greater flexibility in their trunk and limbs. (Here's how to get more out of each stretch.)
Yoga may be good for your heart health, too. Read about yoga's effect on cholesterol.
Ease into a regular yoga routine. Start with these 12 easy-to-do stretches.
RealAge Benefit: A physical activity program that builds stamina, strength, and flexibility can make your RealAge as much as 8.1 years younger.
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