Do you think you're too old for yoga? Think again!

​Meet Tao Porchon-Lynch, who was a yoga teacher and practitioner well into her 90s. Tao began practicing yoga in her early 20s, and she quickly fell in love with the practice. She eventually became a yoga teacher and went on to teach all over the world.

Tao Porchon-Lynch at 98

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Tao was known for her strength, flexibility, and positive attitude, as well as her ability to inspire and motivate her students. She continued to practice and teach yoga well into her 90s, even after undergoing multiple hip replacements and pacemaker surgery.

Tao believed that yoga was the key to her longevity and vitality, and she often credited the practice with helping her stay young and vibrant. She was a living testament to the transformative power of yoga, and she inspired countless students with her wisdom and spirit.

Tao passed away in 2020 at the age of 101, but her legacy lives on through her teachings and the countless students whose lives she touched. Her story is a testament to the fact that yoga is a practice that can benefit us at any age and that it can help us live full and vibrant lives for as long as we are here.

How does yoga help you as you age?

Practicing yoga can be highly beneficial for older adults, both physically and mentally. Here are some potential benefits:

• Improved Flexibility and Balance: As we age, we often lose flexibility and balance, making us more susceptible to falls and injuries. Practicing yoga can help improve flexibility and balance, reducing the risk of falls.

• Reduced Joint Pain, Stiffness, and Inflammation: Many of the postures incorporate moving our joints through a full range of motion which helps practiced increase joint mobility and improves overall joint health.

• Lowered Blood Pressure: Yoga has been shown to lower blood pressure, which can be beneficial for older adults with hypertension or other cardiovascular issues.

• Reduced Stress and Anxiety: Yoga can help reduce stress and anxiety, which are common issues that affect older adults. Practicing yoga can improve mental clarity and promote a sense of calm and relaxation.

• ​Increased Strength and Endurance: Yoga can help increase muscle strength and endurance, which can help older adults maintain their independence and perform everyday tasks more easily.

• Improved Sleep: Older adults may experience difficulty sleeping due to various factors, such as pain, anxiety, or medication side effects. Yoga can help promote better sleep by reducing stress and anxiety levels, and improving overall relaxation.​

• Enhanced Cognitive Function: Practicing yoga can help improve cognitive function, including memory, attention, and processing speed, which can be particularly beneficial for older adults who want to maintain their mental acuity.

​Practicing yoga is a safe and effective way for older adults to improve their physical and mental health, leading to a better quality of life.

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Are you interested in practicing and learning yoga with me?

You can join me online! It's easy and convenient. I offer 2 live Gentle Yoga classes each week. When you sign up, you will automatically get the link to the class recording sent to you so you can watch it again or at a time that's more convenient for you.

​Join me in a live online gentle yoga class

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Use the code "FREECLASS" to get your first live online class for free.

If you want to practice yoga whenever you want and have options for different types and lengths of classes - including yin style and chair, check out my on-demand video library with a 4-week all access pass.

​Practice yoga anytime with my on-demand video library

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Feel free to contact me with any questions or to get some guidance on where to start.