Our bones and joints literally support us our whole lives. As they bear our weight, they also bear the brunt of all the twists and turns that come our way. The longer we live, the more likely we are to accumulate pain and dysfunction. Osteoporosis, arthritis, joint pain and reduced range of motion are common “blessings” of longevity.

While our genetics can make us more susceptible to bone and joint problems, the way we move has tremendous power to prevent or relieve them. In this new 6-week series, physical therapist and yoga teacher Becky Liston will share yoga practices designed to help strengthen bones, expand stable joint range of movement, and relieve musculoskeletal pain. The program is informed by Loren Fishman's yoga for osteoporosis research, as well as her 20+ years of professional practice.

This class is appropriate for all ages and levels of experience. Modifications will be given to increase or decrease your challenge.

Students can attend on Zoom or in Becky’s private yoga studio in downtown Evanston. All classes will be recorded and shared for 30 days, so you can still attend if the day and time don’t work for your schedule.

Cost: $45 for 2 weeks / single class $25

Members save 15%; sliding scale freely offered.

Note: Reserving a single class is difficult through www.gratefulyoga.com. If you can't find the date you want, just pay for the single class then email info@gratefulyoga.com with the date you wish to attend

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Reluctant to return to the gym?
Bored of repetitive exercises?
Looking to build strength, but also relax and feel better overall?

In this 6-week series, yoga teacher and physical therapist Becky Liston offers an approach to yoga postures that focuses on strengthening the musculoskeletal system. Not only does increasing strength help with daily activities, it often reduces common aches and pains that arise from instability, muscle weakness, or less than optimal positioning with sitting, work and life.

The Sept-Oct 2024 series will focus on practices for lower body strength, including hips, thighs, knees, ankles and feet.  There will also be a focus on balancing practices.  A perfect perparation for slippery winter sidewalks!

This class is appropriate for all ages and levels of experience. Modifications will be given to increase or decrease your challenge.

Students can attend on Zoom or in Becky’s private yoga studio in downtown Evanston. All classes will be recorded and shared for 30 days, so you can still attend if the day and time don’t work for your schedule.

Cost: $145 for 6 weeks / single class $25;

Members save 15%, sliding scale freely offered

Note: Reserving a single class is difficult through www.gratefulyoga.com. If you can't find the date you want, just pay for the single class then email info@gratefulyoga.com with the date you wish to attend.

sign up here

Our bones and joints literally support us our whole lives. As they bear our weight, they also bear the brunt of all the twists and turns that come our way. The longer we live, the more likely we are to accumulate pain and dysfunction. Osteoporosis, arthritis, joint pain and reduced range of motion are common “blessings” of longevity.

While our genetics can make us more susceptible to bone and joint problems, the way we move has tremendous power to prevent or relieve them. In this new 6-week series, physical therapist and yoga teacher Becky Liston will share yoga practices designed to help strengthen bones, expand stable joint range of movement, and relieve musculoskeletal pain. The program is informed by Loren Fishman's yoga for osteoporosis research, as well as her 20+ years of professional practice.

This class is appropriate for all ages and levels of experience. Modifications will be given to increase or decrease your challenge.

Students can attend on Zoom or in Becky’s private yoga studio in downtown Evanston. All classes will be recorded and shared for 30 days, so you can still attend if the day and time don’t work for your schedule.

Cost: $145 for 6 weeks / single class $25

Members save 15%; sliding scale freely offered.

Note: Reserving a single class is difficult through www.gratefulyoga.com. If you can't find the date you want, just pay for the single class then email info@gratefulyoga.com with the date you wish to attend

sign up here

Though we give them different names, bones, joints and muscles are completely interwoven in both their function and dysfunction. Improving musculoskeletal health requires an integrative approach that addresses all facets of the human system. Yoga works quite well in this regard, and it doesn’t require any fancy equipment or gym membership

Join Becky Liston, physical therapist and certified Yoga for Osteoporosis instructor, for a 6-week series designed to holistically strengthen your bones, joints and muscles. (And it just so happens that strengthening can often help reduce joint pain!)

This class is an appropriate follow to both the Yoga for Bone Health and Yoga for Lifelong Strength series that Becky has been offering on an ongoing basis. Beginners are welcome.

Class will be held on Zoom or in Becky’s private studio at 1609 Sherman Ave in Evanston. Please email Becky if you’re interested in attending in person. All participant will receive recordings of each class for continued home practice.

No class on July 4th.

Cost: $145, members save 15%, sliding scale gladly offered

YOGA FOR LIFELONG STRENGTH: UPPER BODY EDITION (ZOOM)WITH BECKY PAULIN-LISTON, PT

Thu Date: Feb 24 2022 - Apr 07 2022 From: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Wary of returning to the gym, or just not into that scene? You can stay strong from your own home using just your bodyweight and some simple props.

In this 6-week series, yoga teacher and physical therapist Becky Liston offers an approach to yoga postures that focuses on strengthening the musculoskeletal system. Not only does increasing strength help with daily activities, it can reduce joint pain that arises from instability or muscle weakness.

This series features practices for the upper body: neck, upper back, shoulders, arms, wrists and hands.

This class is appropriate for all ages and levels of experience. Modifications will be given to increase or decrease your challenge. Classes are held on Zoom with recordings sent aftewards for home practice.

No class on March 24 for spring break.

Cost: $130, members save 15%, sliding scale scholarships freely offered upon request.

You can join anytime in the series at a pro-rated price or purchase a single session for $25.

Visit Gratefulyoga.com to register

YOGA FOR BONE HEALTH: STRENGTH, POSTURE AND BALANCE (ZOOM ONLY)WITH BECKY PAULIN-LISTON, PT

Mon Date: March 21- April 4 From: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

We are living longer lives, which means we are likely to encounter one or more health concerns associated with normal aging. There is growing interesting in finding ways to address these conditions without relying solely on medication.

Loren Fishman, MD together with yoga therapist Ellen Saltonstall are pioneers in using yoga to improve bone health. They have conducted research that demonstrates a clear correlation between regular yoga practice and improved bone density without the side effects of many osteoporosis medications.

In this Zoom series, you will learn 12 poses that have shown to support bone health in Dr. Fishman's research. The postures will be adapted to make them accessible to all levels and abilities, with a focus on establishing a strong independent practice for you to continue at home.

You will learn the practice from yoga teacher and physical therapist Becky Paulin-Liston, who is certified by Loren and Ellen in this approach.

"Becky's knowledge of osteoporosis and osteopenia, anatomy, and yoga are very thorough and she explains the relationships among them very clearly. It all made sense and gave me a practical understanding of how to improve and sustain my bone density during yoga practice. I especially enjoyed her workshop approach, where she showed us modifications to the poses to fit our specific needs and gave us individual feedback and adjustments."

- Alice Dunlap-Kraft

All classes are recorded and available for streaming for 30 days afterwards.  No class on March 21 for spring break.

Cost: $130 for 6 weeks; members save 15%. Drop-ins are available with instructor permission.

Prerequisite: Familiarity with the 12 pose sequence shown in this video is recommended prior to taking the class. If you do not feel confident about these basic poses, please contact the instructor to determine whether it will be helpful to schedule a private/semi-private session prior to the start of class.

Several scholarship slots available - email us to learn more.