All around the world, yoga has been deemed to be the activity that anyone can engage with and connect with themselves through. This is because yoga really is good for everyone. Even for someone who has hit their centennial.
Yes, by now, you are thinking that cannot be possible but like Barney Stinson says, ‘Wait for it!’
Meet Jean Dawson from England, the 100 year old, who has been breaking the internet with her ability to practice yoga, everyday.
Three years ago after her 97th birthday, Jean Dawson gained popularity as she performed a headstand.
Despite the fact that Jean Dawson is no long doing the headstands, as it gives rise to her blood pressure, she is still going strong with her customized yoga practice, every morning.
“I really enjoy doing yoga. It has really changed my life and has helped cure aches and pains. I use to have trouble from a slipped disc in my back but doing yoga really helped me cope with it.”
When she was young, Jean Dawson did not participate in any sports because she was never interested.
In fact, she did not even start practicing yoga until she was 67. She is living proof that you are never too old to begin practicing yoga.
For her weekly classes, Jean Dawson practices Iyengar Yoga which focuses on body alignment through the use of props such as yoga blocks and belts. Dawson credits yoga to be the cure to her back pain, increased flexibility and her improved stamina.
Jean Dawson is an inspiration for all yogi’s alike as she is living proof that yoga is a great practice and it doesn’t matter how old you are or what size you are.
Dawson said: “I have met many kind people through yoga and made some good friends. I don’t know how I would be today if I hadn’t taken up Iyengar Yoga.”
“It has given me good posture, balance, concentration, flexibility and stamina, I heartily recommend yoga to all and sundry – suffice to say I’m a yoga addict.”
If you have been considering to start yoga but have been worried that you will not be able to finish a class, take some time to find a local class for beginners.
Just remember, it is never too late to try yoga – Jean Dawson is proof of that.
