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* Corpse pose: while this pose’s name doesn’t seem very flattering. It will indeed help to support relaxation and decompress your spine. You may wish to support your back during the use of this pose (by utilizing a yoga blanket) This pose is especially wonderful for anyone suffering from osteoporosis. * Supine Shoulder Stretch: This pose will help to strengthen the girdle of your shoulder. * Supine Shoulder press: This will also help to strengthen your shoulder girdle. It will also help to stretch out the front of your shoulder cups. * Supine Bridging: This is a great move to strengthen your abdominal muscles. It will also help to stretch out your quads. You may wish to use a yoga block or use a yoga strap during this pose to prevent injury. * Rib lift: This pose will help to strengthen your back and anterior muscles. It is suggested that senior yoga practitioners utilize a bolster during the duration of this pose. * Alternate Prone hip extensions: This pose will help to strengthen your hips and lower back. You should utilize the wall for support if your balance isn’t on-point with this pose. Utilizing a wall or hard-surface to prop yourself against will help to prevent falls and other injuries. * Tree pose: This pose will help to challenge your balance. Not only this, but it will help to strengthen and stabilize your ankle, knee, and hip joints. You may be asked to use a wall or chair for added support during this pose. * Cobra pose: This will help to strengthen your back! Remember you should move carefully from one motion to the other in this pose to prevent injury. * Warrior pose(2): This pose will help to open your chest, extend your back, and add a little muscle to your legs. You may wish to utilize a chair or block as support during this pose. * Legs up the wall pose: While the name of this pose might be blatant. This pose will indeed help to improve your circulation, relaxation, as well as in decompression of your spine. You may use blankets or bolsters for added comfort during this pose. * Mountain pose with reverse namaste: This will help to open up the front of your shoulders, stretch your wrists, and strengthen your back. You may wish to use a yoga strap during this exercise for added support.
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