Patient progress will be measured by observing the participant's attentional abilities, mood, flexibility, memory, quality of life, balance and fatigue. Clinical testing will measure lipid, protein and DNA oxidative injury. We hope that yoga practice will help improve the quality of life for elders and possibly slow some of the impacts of aging. The class is taught by experienced yoga teachers and supervised by nationally known yoga instructor Julie Lawrence. She has been observing the positive impact of yoga on healthy elders for more than a decade.
Yoga brings the mind to what the body is doing.
We hope this will enhance and focus attention. Those interested in taking part can receive additional information by calling 503 494-5650 . Yoga and walking groups meet each week on Mondays. Contact Jim Newman in University News and Publications at 503 494-8231 if you are interested in attending.