How Yoga Can Ease Fibromyalgia Symptoms

Series Summary

Yoga poses have become increasingly popular as a form of exercise and meditation. The focus of yoga is a holistic one, employing a broad range of practices which focus on a new way of living, thinking and being in the world. Aimed to unite the mind, the body, and the spirit, the health benefits of yoga are also great and varied. From relieving stress to strengthening and toning muscle, integrating yoga positions and exercises into your daily routine can be beneficial on many levels.

One of the many benefits of yoga is the feeling of renewal which these exercises and stretches bring to your body. The main symptom of fibromyalgia is a lack of energy, but you can counter that with these exercises. Our yoga expert demonstrates several basic yoga poses, such as the chest opener and the sun salutation, then explains how each of them work to relieve the pain and stress which fibromyalgia patients suffer. She also includes tips on healthly eating for fibromyalgia patients.

Video Transcript

"Hi. I'm Philene Trevathan and I've been a fitness instructor for about twenty-four years. Today, I'm going to demonstrate some Yoga moves for those with fibromyalgia. I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia about six years ago myself. So, I've learned to incorporate some things that are very helpful. And, some modifications for those with fibromyalgia. I'm in a fitness environment here, where I teach at a gym. We have about twenty-five to thirty students. And, what we want to do it learn to get oxygen back into the body for those who are low in energy with fibromyalgia. This is very helpful with yoga, because it helps to stretch and helps the joints. And, strengthens the body without using weights. Which, sometimes can hurt the muscles and the joints. So, we will begin in a series today. And, then show you lots of different moves as we begin with the belly breath."