Exercise guides for parents and adults 45+
Vyayam, in plain English. Written by the Vayayam team for families who want straight answers on staying strong, steady and independent, with every health topic framed around when to see a doctor first.
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What is Vayayam (Vyayam)?
Vayayam, Vyayam, Vyayama, व्यायाम: one Sanskrit word for purposeful exercise. Its meaning, the right spelling, benefits after 45, and how to start safely.
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Online exercise classes for seniors
Do online exercise classes work for parents over 45? What to check before you enrol: physiotherapist screening, batch size, emergency plan and progress reports.
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Yoga for senior citizens
Safe yoga for parents and adults 45+: chair yoga, gentle asanas that help joints and balance, poses to avoid with knee pain or high BP, and how to start.
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Physiotherapy for elderly parents
Online physiotherapy or a supervised group class? What each does for elderly parents, when to see a physio first, and how a physio screens before exercise.
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Balance exercises & fall prevention
Simple balance and leg-strength exercises that lower fall risk in older adults, a home safety checklist, and the warning signs that mean seeing a doctor.
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Exercise for parents when you live abroad
Worried about parents in India while you are in the US, UK, UAE or Singapore? How to get them exercising safely, class timings by country and proof it works.
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Knee pain exercises for seniors
Gentle exercises for knee pain and mild arthritis in adults 45+: quad sets, straight leg raises, sit-to-stand. What to avoid and warning signs to watch.
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Exercise with high BP or diabetes
How to exercise safely with controlled high blood pressure or type 2 diabetes after 45: what helps, when to avoid exercise, and what to tell your doctor.
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Chair exercises for seniors
An 8-move seated routine for seniors and parents 45+: marching, leg extensions, sit-to-stand, shoulder rolls and more. Reps, safety tips and when to stop.
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Questions about a specific parent? Read the FAQ or book a free 20-minute assessment with our physiotherapist.