Yoga for Parkinson’s

Empowering Movement and Mindfulness

Living with Parkinson’s disease can present unique challenges, affecting both physical and mental well-being.
Medical treatments are essential, and adding yoga increases the benefits.
Yoga improves life quality for those with Parkinson’s by unifying body, mind, and breath.

Yoga involves gentle movements, stretches, and poses that promote flexibility, strength, and balance.
Regular practice helps to reduce the effects of stiffness, rigidity, and limited range of motion for those with Parkinson’s.
Yoga postures specifically target areas of the body affected by the disease, such as the spine, hips, and limbs.
Yoga increases motor function, allowing people to stay independent and do daily activities with greater ease.

Parkinson’s disease can lead to cognitive challenges, including difficulty with focus and memory.
Yoga encourages mindfulness, a state of non-judgmental awareness in the present moment.
Through deep breathing, meditation, and mindful movement, yoga cultivates a sense of mental clarity and calmness.
This practice can help with stress, improve mental well-being, and boost cognitive function.

Balance and stability issues are common in Parkinson’s, increasing the risk of falls and injuries.
Yoga incorporates standing and balancing postures that strengthen the muscles responsible for stability.
Yoga helps individuals with Parkinson’s improve balance and coordination, reducing the fear of falling.
The result is greater mobility and independence in daily life.

It’s never too late to reap the benefits of yoga.
Regular practice and dedication can improve your overall well-being.

Take the first step today and explore the incredible potential of yoga for Parkinson’s disease.

Tuesdays
9:00am – 9:45am: Yoga for Parkinson’s
Come for a FREE Class – simply turn up and take part
Location: 5 Prospect Avenue, White Plains, N.Y. 10607
Phone: 914-200-3881