Big A$$ Yoga

coyotegirl · January 30, 2006

Read this about yoga for fat people.

http://www.startribune.com/1244/story/207822.html

I never go to a gym because of my weight and also because of my disability. Can't use most of the machines anyway.

I don't think they have one of these classes around here but I am going to find out.

Has anyone with a spine disability done Yoga? Can it be done?

gentlespirit · January 30, 2006

Terri~

I also have a spine disability due to a very long fusion following a car accident. Can't bend, twist, or lift much. I'd be interested in hearing what you find out.

Emily

Anwyn · January 30, 2006

I had back surgeries in November 2004 and March of 2005. I had herniated disks in my lower back and had laminectomy surgery to repair them. I tried a yoga class in my area called Gentle Fit, which sounds a lot like this class. I did have some trouble... Yoga mats are very thin, and laying flat on the floor for some of the moves was painful. Overall I'd say it was a positive experience because it increased my flexibility, but bottom line was that I felt like I should be doing the stretches with a physical therapist. I was always worried that one wrong move was going to torque my back. I would definitely consult your doctor before trying.

Now that I've lost some weight I'm anxious to try it again... maybe in my case it was too much too soon. I enjoyed the relaxation and gaining flexibility seems to help my sciatica.