African American Virtual Connect Group – Arthritis-Friendly Yoga
Saturday, April 20th, 2024
2:00 PM ET
1h 30m
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We are delighted to welcome back Sherrell Moore Tucker for a “Yoga for Arthritis” experience. Yoga is gentle and therapeutic movements specifically designed to alleviate joint pain and stiffness. Sherrell will guide you through a series of accessible yoga poses and mindful breathing techniques, promoting flexibility, strength, and overall well-being for those managing arthritis. Sherrell is a fellow warrior and will share the benefits and tailoring a practice to meet your needs event on days when movement is limited. Discover a supportive and inclusive environment tailored to enhance your physical and mental health on your journey to greater mobility. Yoga for Arthritis is an evidence-based program developed at Johns Hopkins that was sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation. Chair and mat options will be offered. You may want to have handy a blanket or covering for relaxation...a belt, yoga strap or towel might be helpful as well.

Sherrell is a trauma-informed wellness educator who began practicing and teaching yoga since 2010. When she received a diagnosis of osteoarthritis while serving in the Army her doctor recommended yoga and that recommendation transformed her life and opened the door to healing mind, body, and spirit. She is registered with the National Yoga Alliance, as an experienced registered yoga teacher (E-RYT-200), having taught over 1,000 hours of yoga. She has completed training and certifications for iRest® Level 1 teacher informed by the teachings of Dr. Richard Miller and iRest Institute, Restorative Yoga for Race-Based Traumatic Stress Injury informed by the teachings of Dr. Gail Parker, Christian & Biblical meditation informed by the teachings of Dr. K.D Weaver and the Sleeping with God Meditation Center, and she is on track to complete training for Yoga for Arthritis (YFA) Level I teacher in Fall 2022.

After our presentation, there will be time to connect with others. Friends, Family, and Care Partners are always welcome to join meetings.

We respect privacy and confidentiality and do not record our online meetings.

Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate via video or phone. Being on video is not required, nor having a Zoom account. A confirmation email will be sent upon registration with the Zoom link. If you do not receive the registration confirmation, please check your spam folder. Please plan to log in a few minutes early

We look forward to seeing you soon!

The information presented is for informational and educational purposes only. This information should not be construed as personal medical advice. Because each person’s health needs are different, a physician should be consulted before acting on any information provided during this meeting.

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