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Grandma Rolled Out Her Yoga Mat. Her Calico Joined the Class.

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Reach for the toes, breathe, and stretch. Grandma is seated on a gray yoga mat in a bright living room, leaning forward to touch her bare foot, and Maple has decided to join the class. The calico has extended her front legs far ahead, her back arched and her hindquarters raised in a picture-perfect feline stretch. Grandma smiles at her furry classmate with obvious amusement. Sunlight streams across the wood floor, and a beige sofa with a draped throw, a potted plant and a basket of blankets complete the calm, airy room.

Cats stretch many times a day, often right after waking up, and it serves a real purpose. Stretching helps keep their muscles limber and improves blood flow after resting. Gentle stretching can be valuable for people, too. Many older adults find that regular low-impact movement, like stretching, walking or chair exercises, helps them feel more mobile and energized. Having a pet nearby can add a bit of fun and motivation. Anyone beginning a new exercise routine should check with their doctor first, especially if they have joint or balance concerns, and move slowly without forcing any position.

Yoga mats can tempt cats to knead and scratch, so a nearby scratching post gives claws a better target and protects the mat.

Maple's form is flawless, and she did not even need an instructor. Grandma may have found her new exercise buddy.

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