Reddit mentions of Yoga for Beginners DVD: 8 Yoga Video Routines for Beginners. Includes Gentle Yoga Workouts to Increase Strength & Flexibility

Hey there.

First of all, kudos to you for coming here. It shows you really love her and care about her recovery. Thank you for that. :)

Second of all, I'm going to suggest yoga. She doesn't have to go to a class if she's uncomfortable with that; there are plenty of DVDs she could do in her room or living room. Here's why I think it might be a good idea:

• I would think it'd be more difficult to abuse yoga as you would cardio exercise (when dealing with an eating disorder.)
  
• It forces you to concentrate on the movements and your breathing, taking away focus on self-harm.
  
• The endorphins released during the act will naturally make her feel happier and more relaxed afterwards.
  
• While doing the yoga, she'll feel a new appreciation for her body (one that may be self-conscious!) which could help her deal with the feelings of being fat and worthless.
  
• You get better at yoga if you keep at it, unlike activities like journaling. She'll see improvement, which will not only boost her mood but encourage her to keep at it.
  
• If you're still not convinced, check out this article and this one.
  
  It might be tough at first, but discuss this with her--it's been a great outlet for me. Short of actual therapy and medication, I don't know if you'll find anything else to not only help with the triggers but the emotions at the root of them. A good DVD for starting might be something like this. There is also this one, which I personally use, but I'm afraid it might be triggering for her (they often discuss weight loss, poundage, etc.)
  
  Good luck! Please let us know how it goes. :)
  
  -Molly

This is the only workout thing I have besides a bosu ball. I've just started my healthy stuff, so I don't know what else to get just yet! (:

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Get your butt in gear! I love yoga, but not in front of people, so this would be great.

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I could keep going but I'll stop there, I like this one!

I've done this one before, and it's very gentle, slow, and great for beginners, but it still has some challenging parts that would build strength. It would probably be perfect for someone like your mom.

Also, I've heard (but not experienced) that Patricia Walden has some DVD's out that are "safe," so maybe look into her's.

This is the DVD I started with and love! Barbara Benagh is the best.

You should gift me because I'm going to be stuck at work all day tomorrow and I'm going to miss my grandmothers birthday party which will have two aunts in attendance I haven't seen in years =[

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