Yoga Helping To Improve Mobility In The Over 60s

According to new research by the University of Sydney, Yoga based exercise can help improve mobility in those of 60 and above.

The study involved 300 people and showed how Yoga can help with balance for both men and women in this age group.

All members of the group had access to a qualified Yoga teacher and props such as blankets, pillows, Yoga blocks, mats, straps and chairs. 

Sessions ran for 60-90 minutes and participants attended once or twice a week for a total of 2 - 6 months with members of the group attending 82% of the classes. 

Overall results found that Yoga had helped improve balance and mobility in these participants, such as increasing walking speed and improving the ability of getting out of a chair.

Due to these results the researchers of the study recommend that there is more of a focus on balance standing postures when teaching Yoga to this age group, rather then relaxation and meditation as the focus.