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Banish the Slouch: Chair Yoga for Healthier Posture

Tracy Weber, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500

on July 24, 2020

yoga instructor demonstrating chair yoga pose for back health

Yoga is truly for everyone, but especially for readers, who tend to sit in slouched, hunched positions for hours at a time. I teach this class at library events and book signings, but even those of you too far away to attend my in-person events can benefit from the practice.

Sit in the middle of your chair with both feet planted firmly on the floor and your head extended up to the ceiling. Notice your body. Are there any areas that feel tight or achy? How do the sensations in your body reflect the stress or relaxation of your day?

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