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Osteoporosis: Strength and Toning Class

EQUIPMENT NEEDED:
1 yoga mat
1 chair
1 yoga block
1 foam roller
1 small anti-burst ball
1 orange loop band
1 green loop band
1 purple loop band
1 yellow Theraband
1 black Theraband
1 single 3-pound weight
1 single 5-pound weight
1 trigger ball (a tennis ball or similar works)

Full class for people with Kyphotic Lordotic and Lordosis Posture programmed to combat and increase bone density combating Osteopenia and Osteoporosis. There’s an emphasis on strength work for the entire abdomen, upper back extensors, hamstrings, gluts, neck flexors and lateral intrinsic muscles of the feet. There’s specific cueing of breath and alignment to ensure your safety and productivity during each workout. Athena recommends that you take this class a minimum of three times a week to build bone strength, balance, stamina, and overall posture and alignment.

Posture(s)

KLP, LP

Level

5 - Advanced

Program Type

Osteoporosis/Build Muscle

Goal