Chair Wellness: Holistic Health For Wheelchair Users

Seated movement, breathwork, meditation, and simple lifestyle habits for overall well-being and joyful living.

What you'll learn

Understand the 5 pillars of holistic health and how they support physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Improve posture, joint mobility, and circulation through safe, seated movements tailored for wheelchair users.

Practice gentle Qi Gong and Tai Chi-inspired exercises to enhance energy flow, coordination, and body awareness.

Support brain fitness and reduce the risk of cognitive decline with simple exercises for focus, memory, and mental clarity.

Use breathwork and meditation techniques to manage stress, calm the nervous system, and support emotional health.

Build daily rituals for better sleep, mindful nutrition, and long-term wellness habits that promote vitality and resilience.

Requirements

No prerequisites, just the willingness to learn and grow.

Description

Life can still be fulfilling, vibrant, and prosperous, even when we’re in wheelchairs. This course is thoughtfully designed to support your well-being through realistic, accessible practices that meet you exactly where you are. Whether you're managing physical limitations, navigating stress, or simply looking for a better daily rhythm and greater vitality, this comprehensive program offers a holistic approach to feeling more balanced, grounded, and at peace in your body and mind.You’ll explore five key pillars of wellness:Sleep & Rest – Learn how to improve sleep quality and establish calming nighttime routines.Physical Health – Practice safe, seated movements to support circulation, posture, and joint health.Nutrition & Weight Management – Discover mindful eating habits and nutrition tips to support your body and energy.Brain Fitness – Support cognitive function and clarity through meditation and mindful focus.Emotional Well-being – Use breathwork and guided relaxation to reduce stress and cultivate inner calm.Each section combines theory with simple, practical tools you can return to daily. You’ll be guided through short videos, calming exercises, and powerful techniques designed for real-life integration.This course is not about pushing harder, but about living more fully, with clarity, compassion, and joy. Join on us the path towards optimal health and happiness.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Welcome | Course Overview

Lecture 2 5 Pillars of Holistic Health & Wellness

Lecture 3 How to Approach This Course

Lecture 4 Consistency is Key

Lecture 5 Wellness Academy Practice Protocol

Lecture 6 The Holistic Connection

Section 2: Optimizing Sleep | Theory

Lecture 7 Why Sleep Quality Matters

Lecture 8 5 Tips for Better Sleep

Lecture 9 The 3-2-1 Protocol

Lecture 10 Circadian Rhythm

Lecture 11 3 Types of Sleep Disorders

Lecture 12 Medication

Section 3: Optimizing Sleep | Practice

Lecture 13 Body Scan Meditation

Lecture 14 Cellular Breathing

Lecture 15 Lower Belly Breathing

Lecture 16 Yoga Nidra

Lecture 17 Yin Yoga & Yogic Rest

Section 4: Physical Health | Theory

Lecture 18 Introduction

Lecture 19 70 Percent Rule

Lecture 20 Strength & Muscle

Lecture 21 Heart Health & Flexibility

Section 5: Physical Health | Practice

Lecture 22 Sitting Posture

Lecture 23 Neck

Lecture 24 Shoulders

Lecture 25 Back

Lecture 26 Upper Body

Lecture 27 Hands & Fingers

Lecture 28 Golden Orb | Qi Gong

Lecture 29 Blue Dragon | Qi Gong

Lecture 30 Water Flow | Qi Gong

Lecture 31 Tai Chi

Section 6: Nutrition & Weight Management

Lecture 32 Why Food Matters

Lecture 33 Metabolism While Aging

Lecture 34 Food is Personal

Lecture 35 Disclaimer

Lecture 36 When to Eat

Lecture 37 Early Dinners

Lecture 38 What to Eat

Lecture 39 Whole Foods

Lecture 40 Plant Based

Lecture 41 What to Avoid Eating

Lecture 42 How to Eat

Lecture 43 How Much to Eat

Lecture 44 Sweets

Lecture 45 What to Drink

Lecture 46 Caffeine

Lecture 47 Alcohol

Lecture 48 Relationship with Food

Lecture 49 Mindful Eating

Section 7: Brain Fitness (For Preventing Cognitive Decline)

Lecture 50 Introduction

Lecture 51 Focus and Concentration Meditation

Lecture 52 Embodied Breathing Meditation

Lecture 53 Sitting Movements

Section 8: Psychological Well-being | Theory

Lecture 54 Introduction

Lecture 55 Joyful Living

Lecture 56 5 Tips Upon Waking Up

Section 9: Psychological Well-being | Practice

Lecture 57 Lying Down Posture

Lecture 58 Connecting with the Breath | Breathwork

Lecture 59 3 Step Ocean Breath | Breathwork

Lecture 60 Box | Breathwork

Lecture 61 Alternate Nostril | Breathwork

Lecture 62 Physiological Sigh | Breathwork

Lecture 63 Pelvic Tilt | Breathwork

Lecture 64 Earth Descent | Breathwork

Lecture 65 Calm & Relaxation | Meditation

Lecture 66 Deep State Of Relaxation | Meditation

Lecture 67 Dissolving Emotions | Meditation

Lecture 68 Tonglen | Meditation

Lecture 69 Buddha Nature | Meditation

Lecture 70 Curiosity and Letting Go | Meditation

Lecture 71 Letting Go | Meditation

Lecture 72 4 Immeasurables | Meditation

Section 10: Congratulations

Lecture 73 Going Forward

This course is for individuals who use wheelchairs and want to support their health through seated movement, breathwork, meditation, and simple lifestyle habits for overall well-being.