10 BEST chair yoga exercises with a physical therapist, Alyssa Kuhn & yoga instructor, Cheri Schultz

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Join Dr. Alyssa Kuhn, physical therapist and arthritis specialist and Cheri Schultz, yoga instructor as they show the 10 best chair yoga exercises. It is possible to build strength with exercises while sitting in a chair, no matter your age.

Cheri has rheumatoid arthritis and uses both exercise and nutrition to keep her joint pain and symptoms at bay. This seated routine can be a great way to decrease joint stiffness and pain so you can go on your arthritis adventures!




Disclaimer: This post is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Kuhn and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Move Well Age Well, LLC and Dr. Alyssa Kuhn, PT, DPT are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any conclusions drawn, services or product you obtain through this video or site.

[patmartens]

I think I should have seen this video many years ago. I an ancient and my right knee is really painful and my balance is VERY bad. I am 95 and have tried exercises but stopped too soon. You explained so well and say there is no hurry and measure by breaths. I don’t walk enough either but really want to become painless so will persevere.. thank you both

[karenjones-tr]

Activities for my late 60s self went from very high to next to nothing for many months. Knowing stretching and yoga would be good for me, I finally started that journey. Just today I found this workout, which is perfect for me. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[vickigray]

I am 75 yrs young and needed something I could do without getting on the floor. I’ve had back surgery and both knees totally replaced. Exercising on the floor isn’t easy. Thank you so much for this video. It’s just what I needed.

[ShannonLochner]

This is exactly what I've been looking for and need as I am at the highest weight I've been in and my mobility has become very limited. This is going to help me so much!!!! Thank you!

[hollyjones]

I loved this video. Both of you are excellent instructors. I love how you remind us as we hold the stretch to pull in our abs, to remind us to breathe and what muscles we are focusing on. I just had both hips replaced due to arthritis. I’ll be doing theses exercises every day.

[patriciacermak]

I absolutely loved this combination, you both were so beneficial to the movement of my body. Please do another video. I also really appreciate the positive attitude of both of you. Much love❤

[LadyKaSim]

I have both RA &OA. I just found this video. I’m starting today!

[ramonacandy]

Just discovered this video and it really worked for me. Just wish the picture was bigger. I’m watching on my iPad. Thank you for the perfect stretch workout for me today.

[emazey]

Adding chair yoga to my routine, that last one with modification #1 is a game changer! Figure 4 has been my nemesis for several years! Excited that now I can start working that area again, thanks for this!

[theresamarino]

Absolutely loved this. I sit all day at work, and plan to incorporate this in my day. Thanks❤

[maryc]

Thank you so much for this video Alyssa. You don’t know how much this means to me. I’ve always loved yoga and have been missing for some time. Thanks again.

[fgtmqzj]

I really enjoyed this seated yoga practice. I am overweight, have arthritis and recently had both knees replaced. I obviously need your assistance! I feel good after one session!

[MyPassion]

Amazing, my neck was aching like anything, I exercised along and it was such a relief!

[MariaCalauttimtpm]

Thank you for posting this video! it is helping my husband and myself immensely...

[eileenvacheresse]

I love this video and tried it today for the first time. I am so excited and I know that I will start to feel better. As long as I do this I do have rheumatoid arthritis and I've had it for 30 years I have, but every medication you can imagine including biologicals, but I want to feel better I can't move and I feel that I've put on weight and areas. I don't want like my thighs and stomach, I just hit the big 60 and I can't believe it. I want to look good and feel good at 60. This is just the start.!

[SandraPheiffer]

Thank you so much for this video! You and your mom are a fabulous team! I'm 75 and this was just right for getting back in to moving consistency!! Thank you!

[manawasnodeo]

Thank you SO much!!! I have been looking for something to get my joints loose. Even after one session I feel refreshed and ready to MOVE!

[elainelacey]

Love this. I have drop foot so I need to use my resistance band for the toe lift. Great exercises. Thank you!

[adrinem]

I just heard about chair yoga. I have been unable to do much exercising at all due to arthritis and neuropathic pain. This is so well explained and I am inspired to give it a go. Thank you very much!
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[FinarfinNoldorin]

Hi Cheri ! I look forward to learning yoga with you! Thank you! These were difficult for me, but I managed to do them all with little discomfort. Now I feel much stronger. I will do them periodically throughout the day. :)