...e yoga classroom, adds to the physical benefits, but also encourages emotional balance.

Postures, recommended for people with Parkinson's disease, include the cow pose, cobra pose and camel pose. All poses can be modified to meet any student's needs. Also suggested are the boat, bow, and bridge poses.

The bow pose increases muscle strength in the back, upper legs, hips, and abdominal muscles - improving the center of balance. The camel pose also strengthens the back and increases flexibility of the spine - complementing the bow pose. Each of these poses strengthens the body, or stimulates the nervous system, in a way that will benefit a practitioner with Parkinson's.

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