I have had chronic problems with my back since my early twenties. Although I exercised on a regular basis, in my mid fifties I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis. I was stiff in the mornings and had a hard time moving. I would also wake up during the night and my hips were aching. It was then I decided to try Yoga. After a month of doing Yoga on a regular basis my hips no longer ached. I am now 60 years old and have increased my strength and flexibility. My Yoga practice has given me calmness in my life with less anxiety. I believe we are very lucky to have such outstanding and caring teachers at The Yoga Sanctuary.