I’m a yoga therapist specializing in Parkinson’s and these are my four recommended exercises to improve posture and mobility

Movement is critical for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease. Daily activity reduces stiffness and helps manage the physical symptoms associated with this condition, such as restricted mobility in the upper body.

Yanar Alkayat, a yoga therapist, is collaborating with the charity Parkinson’s UK on a video series titled Movement Your Way. The series provides twenty-one short sessions to help people establish a consistent exercise routine. These practices focus on seated movements to ensure accessibility for those who require extra stability.

Four specific exercises form the core of this routine to target spinal health. These movements include chest openers, spinal rotations, overhead reaches, and side bends. Each move encourages flexion and extension to combat the stooped posture often caused by the condition.

Regular practice of these exercises supports spinal mobility. By incorporating these techniques, individuals can maintain better physical function over time. The full series is available on the Parkinson’s UK channel for anyone seeking guided support for neurological movement disorders.