biblical yoga ©
Biblical Yoga © has been developed by Chaplain Yvonne Myers while working for MHA in a Dementia Care Home. Biblical yoga is designed to help people with dementia to connect to passages from the Bible and enable discussion. Biblical Yoga breaks down a passage from the Bible by involving participants with low intensity and low impact movements. The passage is broken down to enable participants to reflect on meaning and give opportunity to express their beliefs and views while also giving opportunities for reminiscence. People living with dementia need to be able to hear the message in that moment and this is done through interaction with the story. Biblical Yoga will give participants an opportunity to ask questions and reflect on the meaning.
Movement and exercise are an important part of our wellbeing. Breathing exercises increase oxygen levels in the body and have a calming affect. Exercising and doing an activity together releases the happy hormone endorphin which helps participants to feel happier. Endorphins can also reduce pain. Each session has a variety of exercises for lower and upper body, using coordination and breathing exercises while in a seated position. The regular exercise helps older participants to stay mobile, more alert and reduces the risk of falls. Biblical Yoga is low impact and low intensity designed for older and frailer adults and for those with disabilities, and can be enjoyed by everyone.
Movement and exercise are an important part of our wellbeing. Breathing exercises increase oxygen levels in the body and have a calming affect. Exercising and doing an activity together releases the happy hormone endorphin which helps participants to feel happier. Endorphins can also reduce pain. Each session has a variety of exercises for lower and upper body, using coordination and breathing exercises while in a seated position. The regular exercise helps older participants to stay mobile, more alert and reduces the risk of falls. Biblical Yoga is low impact and low intensity designed for older and frailer adults and for those with disabilities, and can be enjoyed by everyone.