Yoga for Osteoporosis Series 1 & 2
Yoga for Osteoporosis Series 1 & 2
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Yoga for Osteoporosis Series 1 & 2 (6-Week Series)
With Masha Leuner
Mondays from April 24th - June 5th (11:00 – 12:00 p.m.)
Class will not meet on Memorial Day, May 29th
Class will not meet on Memorial Day, May 29th
$150
Join in person or from home via Zoom
Background:
Yoga for Osteoporosis is a targeted practice developed by Dr. Loren Fishman, MD. for maintaining a healthy skeleton, strengthening posture and improving balance. This unique set of 24 poses was practiced by individuals with Osteoporosis in specialized studies. Upon completion, data showed that consistent practice reversed the effects of osteoporosis/osteopenia in the spine and hips. Dr. Fishman's research was featured in the New York Times, drawing public awareness to potential application of yoga to bone conditions. To date, Dr. Fishman continues to train yoga instructors in his specialized method, as well as study additional postures and conduct long term studies.
Workshop Benefits:
In this 6 session workshop, students will be introduced to Dr. Fishman’s Yoga for Osteoporosis method, so that they can begin to establish/reaffirm their own home practice. Specific attention will be given to the spine and hips, as these are fracture risk areas. In addition to learning technical aspects of the yoga postures, students will work on gaining strength, flexibility, and balance, to improve overall range of motion. Simple breath work will be incorporated to teach proper hold times and calm the nervous system. This workshop is open to all levels, regardless of ability, age or medical condition.
*Note: there is a 15-person limit for this series
About Masha:
Masha Leuner, M.B.A. RYT 500, is a vinyasa yoga instructor at Coolidge Yoga who also specializes in the therapeutic applications of postural yoga to treat osteoporosis and back pain. Masha has certifications in Yoga for Osteoporosis and Yoga for Back Pain and has trained with Dr. Loren Fishman who developed these methods and has scientifically shown their efficacy.
*Note: there is a 15-person limit for this series
About Masha:
Masha Leuner, M.B.A. RYT 500, is a vinyasa yoga instructor at Coolidge Yoga who also specializes in the therapeutic applications of postural yoga to treat osteoporosis and back pain. Masha has certifications in Yoga for Osteoporosis and Yoga for Back Pain and has trained with Dr. Loren Fishman who developed these methods and has scientifically shown their efficacy.
In her early career, Masha was the product manager for a calcium supplement called Citracal. This was her first introduction to bone health and the importance of maintaining a strong skeleton. While conducting market research, Masha gained first-hand knowledge of the specific needs of women when it comes to bone health.
Masha leads group Bone Health classes and workshops and also works one-on-one with individuals to help them maintain their bone health at Coolidge Yoga.