Gentle Chair Yoga

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12 жыл бұрын

Welcome to our nurturing Gentle Chair Yoga session, specially designed for cancer patients, those in recovery, or their dedicated caregivers.
In this comforting chair yoga class, we invite you to embark on a journey of healing and restoration.
Chair yoga is a beautiful mind-body practice that integrates gentle movements, conscious breathing, relaxation techniques, and meditation. It's a holistic approach to wellness, offering profound benefits to the nervous system and mental health.
Our focus on gentle movements with chair support for the back and spine ensures a low-impact experience accessible to individuals at all stages of treatment or recovery. Whether you're seeking stress relief, relaxation, or a gentle way to move your body, this class is tailored to meet you where you are on your journey.
Throughout this session, we encourage you to set an intention, infusing your practice with personal meaning and purpose. Chair yoga isn't just about physical movement; it's about cultivating mindfulness and fostering a deeper connection between your body, mind, and spirit.
By engaging in this practice, you're nurturing not only your physical body but also your emotional and mental well-being. Join us in embracing the therapeutic benefits of chair yoga as we journey toward healing, resilience, and inner peace together.
Press play, find your comfortable seat, and let's embark on this empowering and rejuvenating practice together. Remember, every breath you take is a step towards greater vitality and wholeness.
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Moffitt is dedicated to one lifesaving mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer.
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Moffitt’s expert nursing staff is recognized by the American Nurses Credentialing Center with Magnet® status, its highest distinction. With more than 7,500 team members tackling cancer and delivering cancer help every day, Moffitt has an economic impact in the state of $2.4 billion.
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@anastasiababe6816 3 ай бұрын

I am a breast cancer survivor. I am now a caregiver for my husband battling cancer. We are both seniors, tried gentle yoga. This gentle yoga is something I can do. Thank you!

@ClaudeAoukar 10 жыл бұрын

I am a hatha yoga teacher.I have written and published two illustrated ebooks using chair Yoga and focusing on Mudras...Your video is beautiful and so inspiring..Thank you

@justbe7992 5 жыл бұрын

Claude Aoukar where is the link to your info

@priyankapatel786 5 ай бұрын

Can you please suggest me book for origin of Mudra ( any scientific discription in book )...

@anulekhadey6298 3 ай бұрын

Please share the book link

@hankwong2859 4 жыл бұрын

I just retired at age 70 and was looking for a gentle yoga. This is perfect for me. Do this every morning, then gym for either aerobic or resistance exercises. Could someone please let me know who I may thank for this wonderful chair yoga youtube video? Love and peace to everyone.

@renee3461 5 жыл бұрын

I'm only 28 so I always feel like I should be able to handle more than this, but I have fibromyalgia. This was challenging, yet I was able to get through it all.

@kaout4737 5 жыл бұрын

We are a group of seniors getting together weekly for chair yoga and exercises. Thanks for this video; it's now one of our favorites!

@physiotherapistpaulina9340 3 жыл бұрын

I like seeing all the other participants in the group, male and female, and younger and older.................great representation. Thanks for this high quality sound, lighting and instruction.

@artistphx 5 жыл бұрын

At 65, I do not consider myself a "senior citizen". I do recommend this for relaxation. it is helpful.

@Jme_Lyn 4 жыл бұрын

artistphx yes! You are right! I am introducing a 46 year old friend to yoga with this video! This is great for any age & condition :)

@zenarobinson3851 8 жыл бұрын

really enjoyed my 1st time; didn't realise it was aimed at cancer patients until i came to the comments, (i am not one), but i'm sure it would benefit anyone with limited mobility. many thanks!

@audreysantiago7491 Ай бұрын

This was a great stretch, im 71 and i feel great, breathing is the key! Thank you!

@pamalalewis719 10 жыл бұрын

This is one of the absolute best chair yoga classes I have ever seen

@francesmingo7623 4 ай бұрын

I wish it was local in my area maybe my rec center in my area offers it I will check. It was not that easy. I am 70 years old. I know with practice. It gets better.

@normarogers3893 2 жыл бұрын

At 89 and suffering from COPD this seated yoga what just what I was looking for to supplement my daily physical therapy for lower back issues.

@alexandrabor6901 Ай бұрын

For me is this the first chair yoga practice. I feel so relaxed afterwards.. Thank you so much.🙏

@jacquelinewilliams4053 26 күн бұрын

Thank you for the gentle movement!!!

@edensactivities1411 6 жыл бұрын

I do recreation at a Senior Living Community. We all love this video for an evening routine. I've had residents clap at the end! Thank you so much.

@caroldimarco3533 5 ай бұрын

This was a very calming session for me. I will be having foot surgery and am wanting to see how I can stay flexible during rehabilitation

@shirleymaldonado3354 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the chair yoga. :) love it love it with my disability I can now do yoga.Thanks again.

@HNelson4723 10 жыл бұрын

Very relaxing and refreshing. I did this with my mom who is 90 years old.

@lifeissweeet 8 жыл бұрын

I have a disability and try to copy some standing yoga poses, but this video has made it so much easier and accessible for me.

@marybates9276 3 ай бұрын

This is good. Any more from the cancer center?

@ej4478 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for great yoga exercises. I follow daily.

@cynthia3433 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. This is the first time I've ever tried yoga and it's good to feel I can do it. I am a cancer survivor.

@cindyconner1751 Ай бұрын

Such a calming wonderful stretch for all ages. Loved it ! ❤

@dianehambrickleblanc8134 2 жыл бұрын

My doctor recommended that I try Yoga to relieve anxiety. I had never done anything like this before. I'm just getting started, but fine your video calming and encouraging. Thank you so much.

@TheLucyblades Жыл бұрын

Thank you from someone new to yoga with physical impairments. This was very helpful and inclusive. Really calming music as well.

@54Lily 10 жыл бұрын

I have a broken foot. I can only do chair work outs. This was the most relaxing and de-stressing exercise I have found. My balance is off, and everything aches from the air boot I have to wear. My whole being seems to improve after these lovely movements. thank you for a beautifully soothing video. :)

@callumnye2562 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Laurie, How are you doing?

@teresabowers6275 5 ай бұрын

Amazing video!

@elaineokoro77 6 жыл бұрын

I love this video which is clear and nicely paced with a lovely meditation at the end.

@WellsTherapeutics 10 жыл бұрын

I teach chair yoga, and am always looking for videos that will give me ideas for my own class. This is absolutely one of the best chair yoga practices that I've seen! Thank you!

@khauselyahsathiamoorthi58 5 жыл бұрын

WellsTherapeutics u

@topalaluiza9647 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🎩🙏🤗

@annak.9272 10 ай бұрын

Wonderful. Thank you.

@strollby4800 5 жыл бұрын

I have found this video so helpful . I have heart problems and I am trying to find a way to counter my high Bp which is creating serious eye problems etc. So many, many thanks for posting and reaching out to us.

@kaylaclarksaltz8158 3 жыл бұрын

This freshens my ligaments without exhausting me. I have the illness commonly, yet inadequately, known as chronic fatigue syndrome as well as fibromyalgia and complications.

@callumnye2562 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Kayla, How are you doing?

@andispicembss6648 8 жыл бұрын

Excellent! I am a cancer patient and suffer greatly from pain. Many of the positions were painful, but I just pulled back until the muscle relaxed. Thank you for your service. This video is very helpful.

@lettiekelly5339 10 жыл бұрын

I teach chair yoga to seniors or those disabled. I love these exercises and have now added them to my teaching. Thank you so much.

@karenlarson6451 3 жыл бұрын

This is also a great chair yoga for seniors! So relaxed and ready to get on with my day!

@carolweaver3269 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I used to be activities director in adult home and used to teach and did nursing but now am retired and have so many things wrong. ( NEVER DREAMED NOR ANYONE ELSE) This is very nice. Gentle and caring and you do understand how it is to hurt.

@callumnye2562 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Carol, How are you doing?

@susanluxton7959 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this gentle yoga session. I do it daily and it is a great way to start my day❤

@ElizabethGalloAWAREWEAR 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for a very relaxing exercise. I enjoyed it very much. This is my first time participating, and I have decided that this expertise will be most beneficial to the start of my day. Peaceful and centering.👋🙌

@mstee13 10 жыл бұрын

really enjoyed this video. i came across it looking for seated exercise due to arthritic joints. very relaxing. felt confident in doing it on the first try. thanks!

@shriyasanthirakaanthan5307 6 ай бұрын

Thank you. Chair yoga is very interesting,relaxing and inspiring. Will do every day.

@MrsSharYah Ай бұрын

Very enjoyable. Thank you.

@Lalitha-jt6ge 4 ай бұрын

🎉🙏🔔👌🎉⚛️ Western.. வந்ததிலிருந்து இதுவே சிலருக்கு rest room yoga -வாகி.. என்னப்பா பண்றே ! தூங்கிட்டியா..பைப் சத்தமும் கேட்கலையே !‌னூ வேறலெவல்.... ஆச்சு 😅ஜீ😢⚛️

@yorickaname9475 6 жыл бұрын

TYVM. I needed this. I'll be trying to make time every day, perhaps twice a day for this.

@stephiemager6431 7 жыл бұрын

Excellent program, focusing on the breathing and combining it with the exercise allows it to be more relaxing and set your own pace.

@ritawren4639 2 жыл бұрын

Hello are there any more gentle yoga classes like this one ? Very relaxing.

@meganmurphy5216 7 жыл бұрын

thank you! I am a first timer, and have very little flexibility in lower body due to weight and rheumatoid arthritis. I feel energized, and to help with the leg lifting, may use a towel or sheet next time.

@HeidiLilley 7 жыл бұрын

what a great idea about the sheet or towel, i have had multiple knee replacement surgeries on both knees and very limited mobility on the knee bending, so that may help a lot........... thanks for the idea.

@chrisellis3444 7 жыл бұрын

Megan Murphy no

@HeidiLilley 7 жыл бұрын

no to what Chris Ellis? i'm confused? Because I thought this was a fantastic idea.

@yeojnosrovlah 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the gentle stretches and showing me how to bring energy back to my body while recovering from a broken ankle......even my ankle boot is smiling!

@nancymack4429 3 жыл бұрын

Superior Chair Yoga session. Thank you for minimizing the talking I especially liked your telling the benefit/ purpose of each posture. I feel so relaxed. Thank you.

@cviswanathan 10 жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful. Thank you for posting, I am also always searching for chair yoga videos. I am a breast cancer survivor and use a wheelchair from SCI, so this was perfect for me.

@vrindaparulekar1749 18 күн бұрын

Thank you

@pamnanaallen 8 жыл бұрын

I like it. So gentle and soothing yet gives me more energy.

@luzmariabarone2987 4 ай бұрын

This video is the best one I have tried. Thank you ❤

@xiaxiangx 4 жыл бұрын

I absolutely Love this video!!!!

@SusannahLorenzo 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you, this is really good for people with chronic pain and illnesses.

@callumnye2562 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Susannah, How are you doing?

@lyndasanderson9301 4 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated. I am diabetic and the gentle exercises help me keep my glucose numbers lower by doing these exercises about three times a week.

@brendamontero7348 11 ай бұрын

Wonderful Video Will Be Using These Exercise in my Chair Yoga Class

@abendstille7515 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing this!!! it is wonderful!!

@karenlarson6451 2 жыл бұрын

I still do this one in a pinch! A great way to start the day!

@karensinclair1954 10 жыл бұрын

Lovely flowing and mindful movement. Very healing.

@callumnye2562 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Karen, How are you doing?

@xiaxiangx 7 жыл бұрын

love love love this! am going to try the chair yoga class at my fitness center so relaxing and centering..thank you

@heidipeters9274 8 жыл бұрын

Fabulous... going to use this sequence with my senior students this morning... thank you for sharing!!

@yogaisforeveryone 9 жыл бұрын

Chair Yoga is so helpful! Yoga is for everyone!

@musicloverkathy 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. I am in chronic pain and this helps.

@SherryM614 10 жыл бұрын

Very easy to keep up with this sequence. Great for seniors!

@ronnynilsson7173 7 жыл бұрын

Sherry M Tommy Körberg Helen Sjöholm

@ronnynilsson7173 7 жыл бұрын

tack

@jamiecee4960 6 жыл бұрын

I love this one. Done them all but the leg part. Maybe down the line I can do that one. :) It was relaxing and meditative at the same time.

@gailmosley9837 3 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed your video. Followed along as best I could and will visit again. Keep up the great work! Thank you from rural Nova Scotia!

@callumnye2562 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Gail, How are you doing?

@annerogersdeanda4800 4 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏🧘🏼‍♀️

@avivabrachfeld9452 2 жыл бұрын

thank you excellent program. love it so much.

@JennyB957 6 жыл бұрын

Thank You Friend, I plan to share these movements with my ageing Father.

@noelcepeda2449 4 жыл бұрын

Love this chair exercise! Thnak you so much!

@kgradilla 6 жыл бұрын

i would like to see a teacher adjusting people asanas

@kgradilla 6 жыл бұрын

lovely! I share pawanmuktasana serie with seniors too. I love the tone of your voice and the information you provide, simple and powerful. I will try some of this!

@ej9404 3 жыл бұрын

I love this simple yoga exercises, I follow this everyday. Thank you so much.

@HeidiSue60 9 ай бұрын

So soothing. Thank you

@rukmaniwadhwa143 4 жыл бұрын

Very relaxing and gentle movements....thanku for the viseo

@bernicetaylor7992 9 жыл бұрын

I enjoy this, I do it 3 times or more a week

@Dreamweaver777 7 жыл бұрын

This was so good. Thank you so much. xxoo

@raquelf.1962 2 жыл бұрын

This was so relaxing . Really loved the workout.

@kellyd9630 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you. This is Wonderful!

@karenlarson6451 3 жыл бұрын

This is a great chair yoga for beginners and seniors also. It helps loosen up from head to toe. Thank you!

@carol3san 8 жыл бұрын

Love this. Since I have a bad back, this is perfect for me.

@laizalibs5398 2 жыл бұрын

How beautiful.thank for sharing.

@maryhunteraustin2914 5 жыл бұрын

saw a picture of michael douglas, son of kirk, the other day. He looks fantastic

@marilynfishel3843 4 жыл бұрын

thank you.

@amarjeetkaur3935 7 жыл бұрын

happy to this rare yoga exercise

@tonisams6902 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@briarpatch2009 10 жыл бұрын

Lovely, thank you.

@sj2024sj 6 ай бұрын

Thank you ❤❤

@MarisCheeseShop 9 ай бұрын

Thank you !❤

@camie4444 6 жыл бұрын

IM ENJOYING THIS

@callumnye2562 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Camie, How are you doing?

@aster48 6 жыл бұрын

Very good for after-chemo.

@ashwinisadhu2946 6 ай бұрын

Feeling light

@ivonnecalvo2238 Жыл бұрын

Uy buenos ejercicios , fáciles y tranquilos; tengo una rodilla inflamada y me están sirviendo mucho, gracias desde la CD. de México 🙂

@wonthefight 7 жыл бұрын

Love this 💚💖💖💖

@melodybanks6658 8 жыл бұрын

I do this routine everyday. It makes me feel so good.

@Lolyluna1 10 жыл бұрын

wonderful!

@momcolor822 6 жыл бұрын

I'm loving it....

@sandykurtz9258 6 жыл бұрын

Mom Color n

@cgill105 2 жыл бұрын

loved this thank you

@callumnye2562 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Clare, How are you doing?

@sumagopinath8760 3 жыл бұрын

Very useful to maintain the mind and body healthy

@user-dj3op2sh1s Ай бұрын

Can someone tell me the name of the voice over yoga facilitator thankyou 🙏

@karoonaneelkanth9449 2 жыл бұрын

Relaxing session. 🙏🙏

@clambert0227 3 жыл бұрын

I watch this video with my therapy group and we want to know which one of the members does the narrating, or if it is someone not in the video?