Explore the benefits of yoga for diabetes management in this 56-minute webinar presented by Tracy Taylor, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Yoga Instructor. Discover research-backed evidence on how yoga can improve blood sugar, cholesterol, and blood pressure levels in diabetics. Participate in a gentle yoga practice session suitable for all fitness levels, featuring breathing exercises, stretches, and various poses that can be done seated or standing. Learn to distinguish yoga facts from myths and gain insights into how this ancient practice can positively impact diabetes care. Engage in a series of yoga exercises, including hand and foot stretches, forward folds, sun salutations, and relaxation techniques. No prior yoga experience or special equipment is required – just bring yourself and an open mind to experience the potential health benefits of yoga for diabetes management.
Overview
Syllabus
0:00 – Introduction
2:48 – Poll Questions
8:01 – Yoga Facts vs Myths
11:24 – Yoga and Diabetes Research: Benefits of Yoga for Diabetes
20:46 – Yoga Practice: Breathing Exercises
34:38 – Yoga Practice: Stretches
37:26 – Yoga Practice: Hand Stretches
38:05 – Yoga Practice: Ankle and Foot stretches
38:55 – Yoga Practice: Forward Fold
42:41 – Yoga Practice: Standing Sun Salutations
47:04 – Yoga Practice: Tree
48:25 – Yoga Practice: Eagle
50:09 – Yoga Practice: Savasana
52:41 – Concluding Remarks
Taught by
Stanford Health Care
