Many people think that yoga is just stretching, and while stretching is certainly involved, yoga is really about creating balance in the body through developing both strength and flexibility. This is done through the performance of poses or postures, each of which has specific physical and health benefits.

Yoga also involves simple breath awareness and techniques to help with keeping one focused on the movements, helping to prevent injury as well as to balance out one’s energy to either increase it, become more relaxed or both.

Yoga has been widely practiced for thousands of years for health and relaxation, and has evolved into many different types and styles.

It is a no-impact activity, so easy on the joints. Movements are slow and simple, so can be accommodated to those with coordination or cognitive challenges.

At Propel Physiotherapy, we believe that yoga is a valuable adjunct to any physiotherapy program. We also believe yoga is for everyone: people of all ages, physical abilities and fitness levels, when adapted by a knowledgeable teacher.

Yoga postures, breath work and meditative movements have the potential to improve your health and well-being, assist in the healing of your injury, and prevent injury when prescribed by a qualified therapist. With a regular yoga practice one can: