Yoga Over 50

This is a nicely produced DVD, filmed in a nice setting, and the teacher is good. But I was disappointed in several ways. First, with 8 routines I was expecting more variety. I did 6 of the 8 and found that there is a lot of overlap between them. For example in the 45 minute "general practice" there are 10 poses. In the 50 minute "seated practice" there are 12 poses, but 7 of these are exactly the same as in the "general practice". I found this redundancy a bit boring. More important than that though is the fact that there are SO many muscles and joints in the human body that need to be worked and stretched to keep the entire body strong and healthy. The limited number of poses included on the DVD simply do not work the entire body and put all the joints through their full range of motion, and does not take advantage of all that yoga has to offer.In the introduction to the Osteoarthritis section, she says that the practice will be targeting flexibility and balance. Yet there wasn't one single balance pose in this section. I only recall there being one balance pose on the whole DVD, and very little strength work for the feet and ankles. For a DVD that targets the over 50 age group I felt this was a serious omission. Falls are one of the primary reasons seniors lose their confidence & independence, and end up in hospitals. The only way to maintain good balance is to work at it, and this DVD missed a good opportunity to help people.I also think some of the poses will be difficult for a lot of people over 50. For example in the osteoarthritis section she includes the leg position of the cow-face pose, which is done sitting on the ground, legs crossed, feet alongside the hips and the knees stacked on top of each other. Many people do not have the skeletal structure to be able to do this, regardless of age or whether or not they have arthritis (everyone's skeleton is unique). Hips are complex structures that can and should be moved in a wide variety of ways, and there are dozens of easy yoga poses to do this. I was disappointed that of the two hip openers included in this section, one is inaccessible to most older people.On the plus side, her voice is pleasant, the pace is relaxing, and her instructions are good. Her guided relaxation is wonderful. But I have been practicing yoga for over 35 years, work with middle age and senior populations, and have a strong background in anatomy, which probably makes me look at these things more critically.

This DVD was actually recommended to me by my Nurse Practitioner, who also uses it. I don't think my muscles have been as well toned since I was a teenager. The video gives instructions on how to modify the routines of you have trouble with any of them. I highly recommend it!

My husband is 72 and I am 55. He has rheumatoid arthritis but works a lot around the house and yard. I try and stay active. A physical therapist suggested I try yoga after PT for a shoulder injury. We got lucky with this video. It is excellent! I wanted something that would challenge us, stretch and tone our muscles, but wouldn't be too much for absolute beginners. The instructor, Barbara, has a pleasant voice, and explains things carefully and well. The movements are easy to follow although not all easy to do. There are a variety of different workouts. So far we are going through the list choosing the routine and time depending upon our mood. We have done a workout a day from this video for the past few weeks. Already my husband has said he is finding it easier to climb stairs. We are both feeling stronger and more toned. There is enough variety in this one video to keep us from getting bored. Also the range of abilities in each routine will keep us challenged from the rank beginners that we are to the yoga king and queen we hope to become! =)) Hopefully someday we will be so accomplished that we will need something more advanced. For the time being...I feel so lucky that we started with this video. It was the perfect beginning video to challenge us and explain things clearly.

Just love this DVD and the different routines she takes you through. Great flow with positions I feel comfortable doing. Very relaxing and a overall great workout

My wife and I are getting back into yoga after a 5 year absence and didn't want to hurt anything during the re-learning process. This tape is just what we needed. There are multiple workouts that address 50 y/o+ health concerns, giving us a variety of workouts so we can rest some muscles and joints while we work others. The instructor gives very explicit suggestions on how to modify poses or movements if this hurts or that is uncomfortable. She really has this tailored to senior participants and she keeps you focused on the practice.

This DVD is wonderful for those of us over 50. Barbara Benagh moves slowly through the routines and gives modifications throughout for inflexibility. She has a soothing voice that really helps me focus on my yoga practice rather than just going through the motions. The entire series is beautifully produced with peaceful settings and soft, non-intrusive background music. I also love that there are so many routines included on one disc. I can choose to do one or several in one session. I suffer with Tendonitis in my shoulders and wrists and never felt as though these were being exacerbated. She uses a folded blanket and yoga blocks throughout making it easier to reach each pose comfortably. Highly recommended.

I have been a Yoga enthusiast for many years but time has lessen my ability to practice. At eighty-nine years old, my health requires more than a pill. This video was perfect for my conditions, arthritis and a fractured pelvis. The use of a cane has been limited to walking outside with my current practice.I have choices base on my time constraint.Thank you Yoga over 50

I had to wait a long time for this. Was well worth the wait. Found it really easy to follow the best one I have found. I find it hard balancing and wanted to try Yoga to strengthen my leg muscles and joints. Have tried loads this seems to be the best one. Have just started using and look forward to my exercise routine once again.

I am really enjoying I am 69 and have arthritis but my joints are much better and feel really toned I would recommend I have bought one for my sister and she is enjoying

I was really struggling with aches and pains and a very painful right knee, after 2 sessions with chair I am amazed at the differance. I really do feel energised as well and my limp has greatly improved.

A very gentle introduction to Yoga. The presenter's Canadian voice is low, without any stridency which helps, and she encourages participants to go as far as they feel comfortable - things will improve. There are eight difference sessions which are easily chosen from the menu.

Had to wait a while for this dvd to come back into stock, but well worth the wait, she is truly a good yoga teacher and does not rush you, so anyone thinking of taking yoga up in your 50, this is the dvd you need,