Gentle stretching

Yoga might seem like the worst possible activity for seniors who struggle with aches and pains. The intense stretching would only appear to increase those aches and pains.

But Georgia Stormes, at The Center in Auburn, practices yoga to soothe the bodies of her students, not bury them in pain. As the instructor of the 50s-plus class, Stormes helps seniors find sanctuary from the physical problems befalling them.

“We progress to traditional yoga poses, but slowly. To just jump in is very difficult, especially in the 50s-plus group,” Stormes said.