YOGA, THE VALUE OF MASSAGE

Bob Crowther notes he has included a monthly massage as part of his yoga activities for over four years.

 Approaching 64
Yoga, Massage Enhances Bob's Mobility

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Debilitating lower back pain over many years led meeting Ray Hoyt and my first massage.

A monthly massage with Ray has become an effective tool to deal with both major and minor muscle, connective tissue and pain issues i have experienced.

This past week i met with Ray for my 50th massage.

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Bob Crowther

774-272-5760

bob@bobcrowther.com

Bob can share how his neck, shoulder, back, wrist, glut, leg and foot issues have been addressed during his massage sessions.

Massage complements Bob's yoga activities.

Bob has participated in classes taught by Ray Hoyt, Patty Tremblay at The Yoga Loft approaching four years [image below].

Yoga and Massage along with informed nutrition have kept Bob mobile without the use of any medications. 

Significantly, both have contributed to Bob's overall good health. 

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 Learn about yoga, massage: reduce your pain

BOB CROWTHER - NUTRITION - YOGA

YOGA TO REDUCE PAIN

Bob Crowther does yoga in his 60's and instructs others. Bob knows from personal experience how pain can be debilitating and shares some thoughts below.

Overcoming Back Pain, Muscle Issues
Yoga Has Enhanced Bob's Back, Spine Mobility 

All of us have experienced pain. 

Varying degrees of minor back muscle strains, ligament sprains and joint discomfort to the more severe forms of arthritis, fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, osteoporosis, Parkinson's disease and sciatica are a reality for many. 

Some may know a family member, friend or acquaintance having symptoms that resulted in a diagnosis of these named medical conditions. 

Traditional approaches for alleviating short term pain may include hot and cold treatments along with over the counter and prescription medications.

In contrast, chronic pain requires more complex interventions and, for many, presents significant new challenges in dealing with daily activities. 

Increasingly, alternative ways to treat pain are being evaluated by a special division of the National Institutes of Health (NIH).  

read about building a pain program at the NIH

Research is revealing evidence that various forms of yoga including Iyengar's approach can relieve pain of different origins and severity.

Let me know if participating in a form of yoga has moderated your pain.

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Bob Crowther

774-272-5760

My introduction to hatha yoga provided an opportunity to evaluate this non-impact physical activity to deal with years of chronic back pain. 

Learning to slowly move my entire body in safe but unfamiliar ways in different asanas over several years has resulted in a notable reduction of pain related to severe spinal arthritis and other minor issues. 

Getting out of bed each morning is no longer an ordeal; my lower back has become more supple.

Significantly, I am not using any pain medications.

My daily yoga activities and a monthly massage from my yoga instructor have kept me mobile and fit.

Maintenance of my back has been further enhanced by sitting regularly on mats instead of non-ergonomic chairs.

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I have encouraged my clients and others to seek professional medical input to evaluate their conditions when a painful symptom persists.

Future postings will comment on recent advances in pain research.

 BOB CROWTHER - NUTRITION - YOGA

YOGA, LISTENING TO YOUR BODY

Bob Crowther, in his 60's, notes how his body responded to a whole body and non-impact form of yoga - relieving many different health symptoms frequently experienced by males and females at all ages.

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Yoga has enriched my life and is reflected in my biological rather than chronological age - i am able to move my body as demonstrated in the image below, in ways not normally associated with a male in their sixth decade. 

Bob
IN
 'Bird of Paradise'

Posture Reflects Whole Body
Strength,  Balance, Flexibility

The positive outcomes from daily yoga practice and attending classes approaching three years continue to inform and motivate me: i learned how to listen to my body - responding to sensory information from diverse, full body movements in various positions - to avoid injury or pain. 

Bob became stronger with enhanced balance and flexibility abilities along with an ability to better control his breathing, to calm his mind.

Find out how Bob can help you help yourself. 

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Bob Crowther

774-272-5760

Many of Bob's yoga clients experience the following health symptoms and associated pain that compromises their mobility: 

*stiff muscles   *knee pains   *back aches   *difficulty twisting the torso or neck   *trouble getting to the floor and up again   *increasing loss of balance   *weight issues   *arthritis

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Bob encourages the men and women he instructs to listen to their bodies and to take the first steps to acknowledge that the above symptoms and medical conditions (including a heart attack, diabetes, high blood pressure) reflect on your biology and fitness level - warning signs that provide opportunities to change attitudes and behaviors.  

Put yourself first. Focus on positive actions that will reduce discomfort to make you feel better. 

Read about the customized instruction, coaching Bob offers prospective clients and Bob's story.

Independent of age, gender and body type, most individuals doing yoga regularly can become more mobile over time and reduce their pain without relying on frequent use of prescription medications.

Iyengar in 90's continues his daily yoga practice

Bob will share his experiences and introduce you to the gentle form of hatha yoga established, taught and promoted by the Indian, B. K. S. Iyengar, author of Light on Yoga. 

Iyengar's approach recognizes individual differences and capabilities with an emphasis on using props to facilitate positioning and moving the body in a safe, gentle  manner.   

Ongoing Yoga Research

The science behind the claimed benefits of yoga that Bob and others have articulated are currently being evaluated by the National Institutes of Health located in Bethesda, Maryland, USA. 

Federal research grants have been awarded to investigators in several medical disciplines.

Studies include probing questions about anatomical, physiological and psychological attributes of yoga, including the Iyengar method.  

BOB CROWTHER - NUTRITION - YOGA