What type of yoga can give me my strength and energy back?

Answered by Judith Hanson Lasater, Ph.D, and PT.

Because of major back problems, I had to have steroid injections. Now I’m more tired than normal and can’t be as active as I like. What type of yoga would you recommend to help me get my strength and energy back?
-Patti


You need to start slowly. Investigate classes in your area, and maybe even observe a couple to make sure you connect with a teacher who teaches with sensitivity. Start your practice with poses that are done on the floor, gradually build up to standing poses and then add your most challenging ones. Remember to go slowly as your body recovers both from your back issues and from the powerful effects of the drugs you have used to get well.

Judith Hanson Lasater, Ph.D, and PT, has taught yoga since 1971 and is the author of six books including the latest, “A Year of Living Your Yoga.’’

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