Special Report: Accessible Yoga
Making yoga accessible for all: how the practice can be adapted and modified so that every body can reap the rewards of a regular yoga practice
Whoever and wherever you are, there is a yoga practice for you. Yes, that’s right…irrespective of location or physical limitation this amazing ancient discipline can be adapted to meet the needs of all students.
With the use of simple props, such as chairs, as well as blocks, bolsters and other items, most yoga asana is opened up to all, regardless of their age or condition. The practice may at times look different, but it yields the same potent mind-body benefits as any other student will experience.
And as long-term yoga practitioners will know, these benefits can be life-changing.
Inside this report you’ll see examples of how creative and talented yoga instructors have opened up the practice to accommodate students facing a range of challenges, from older age to impaired vision.
There’s a short sequence as well to illustrate some simple yoga moves to try in the comfort of your own bed. Now there’s no excuse not to give yoga a try.