Yoga has been increasingly popular. It may seem like a trendy exercise activity, but it’s actually been around for some 5,000 years. Many doctors are recommending patients to try yoga for its extensive health benefits, and the fact that it’s an easy introductory exercise for most who are inactive.

Health benefits of yoga for seniors include:

• Reduced incidence of chronic back pain

• Improved mood and ability to get a better night’s sleep

• Better sense of well-being

• Improved quality of life

• Improved cardiovascular health which improves heart conditions

• Helpful for rheumatoid arthritis

• Assists overall health for seniors with Type 2 Diabetes

• Improved flexibility and general physical fitness

• Improved balance and increased mobility which are specific issues that seniors face