
Increased Physical Flexibility, Appearance, and Coordination

Stiffness and inflexibility, reduced mobility
BENDING
Several participants had an expectation that tele-yoga would improve their body function and make them more active. Many had experienced reduced mobility and increased stiffness, and they believed that tele-yoga could address these issues by enhancing their flexibility and mobility. They anticipated that yoga postures would lead to a more flexible and supple body, enabling them to experience positive effects in various aspects of their lives. Stretching the body was perceived to be difficult, but effective, as it could lead to increased flexibility and mobility. For some participants, yoga seemed difficult to perform as it had physical challenges. This was especially the case when the yoga sessions required them to sit in complicated positions and the exercises involved bending and performing difficult body movements. Some expressed concerns about their ability to perform tele-yoga properly, especially if they lacked agility or flexibility.Stiffness and inflexibility were also highlighted as areas of concern for performing yoga, as some had difficulty sitting on the floor. However, participants found the format of the tele-yoga intervention, performed on a chair, feasible.Then I thought yoga, of course I’ve been a little afraid of it, because I’m stiff as an old goat and then I thought that it’s good anyway, to soften the body. Then, it can be fun to see if this can inspire me to get started, to run and exercise again.