Chair Yoga Fall Prevention – Simple Movements for Balance & Strength | 60 Minutes

Join me, Gail Pickens‑Barger (Yoga with Gaileee), for a gentle yet effective Chair Yoga class focused on fall prevention. Especially crafted for seniors, beginners, caregivers, and anyone seeking support and stability, this session offers a safe, low-impact path to better balance, strength, and confidence.

⏱ What to Expect:
• Warm‑up: simple joint mobility, breath awareness
• Strength & Stretch: support yourself using two chairs (or one chair + wall), a yoga strap, and a block
• Balance Work: posture-friendly movements to steady your footing
• Mindful Ending: relaxing breathwork, guided rest, and a gratitude tuck-in

⭐⭐ Why try it?
Chair Yoga is low-impact and joint-friendly, making it accessible while still impactful—for core, legs, glutes, flexibility, and body awareness

🧘 Equipment Needed:
• 2 sturdy chairs (or 1 + wall)
• Yoga strap (or TheraBand)
• Yoga block
• Optional: yoga mat or soft surface

⏳ Duration: ~60 minutes
📅 Frequency: Repeat 2–3 times per week for best results

Perfect for Veterans, older adults, anyone rebuilding strength or reducing fall risk. Join our live online Fridays at 1 PM CST via Veterans Yoga Project—or jump in anytime via YouTube.

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Let’s stay steady, strong, and supported—together.

Timestamps
00:00:00 - Welcome to fall prevention using chair in our yoga class today #fallprevention
00:04:51 - #Big6 QiGong Detox, inspired by Dr. Perry Nicholston
00:14:46 - Balance assessment with our Tai Chi Golden Rooster Posture
00:22:19 - Clam posture with the yoga strap for Homework No. 1
00:47:52 - Walking backwards and forwards for Homework No. 2
00:49:23 - Sit to Stand for our Homework No. 3
00:51:00 - Non-Sleep Deep Rest Guided Rest & Relaxation #NSDR inspired by Dr. Andrew Huberman
00:59:58 - Gratitude Practice - Simple movements for balance and strength for fall prevention. Thank you

⚠️ Disclaimer & Waiver
By participating in this online fitness program, you acknowledge the inherent risks associated with physical activity. You assume full responsibility and waive any claims against Gail Pickens‑Barger, her representatives, affiliates, successors, and all other related persons, for any injury or liability arising from your participation. You also confirm that you have consulted—or will consult—a physician if you are pregnant, have a disability, or have recently experienced illness, injury, or physical impairment.

🌿 About Gail Pickens‑Barger

Veteran Yoga Project Ambassador
Certified Gentle Yoga for Low Back Care Instructor
Chair Tai Chi Instructor
Instructor for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Retired computer scientist based in Southeast Texas

Useful Playlists:
Gentle Yoga for Easing Back Challenges (Playlist)    • Gentle Yoga--How to: ease back pain throug...  
Seated Chair Tai Chi (Playlist)    • Seated Tai Chi & Chair Yoga for Pain Relie...  
Hand & Finger Exercises for Stiffness & Pain (Playlist)    • Hands & Fingers Exercises--How to: Ease Ar...  
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✨ Thank you so much for joining me here today! If you enjoyed this session, please **like, comment, and subscribe**—and let me know how you feel or what you’d like to see next. Happy moving & stay well! ✨

📚 Useful Resources
👉 117 Health Conditions Helped by Yoga - https://yogawithgaileee.com/wp-conten...

👉 Salute to the Sun Yoga Flowchart - https://yogawithgaileee.com/wp-conten...

👉 100 Positive statements (Sankalpa/Intention examples) - https://yogawithgaileee.com/wp-conten...

👉 Why Yoga for Veterans - https://yogawithgaileee.com/wp-conten...

👉 Gear needed for Yoga Classes - http://yogawithgaileee.com/2021/11/08...

🎥 More Videos by Gail
👉 Gentle Yoga for Easing Back Challenges Playlist -    • Gentle Yoga--How to: ease back pain throug...  

👉 Seated Chair Tai Chi Playlist -    • Seated Tai Chi & Chair Yoga for Pain Relie...  

👉 Hand and Finger Exercises to lessen stiffness & pain -    • Hands & Fingers Exercises--How to: Ease Ar...  

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