Yoga Tips for the Doubtful Beginner
If you’re new to working out, yoga can be an intimidating place to start (especially if you start with a Google image search). That said, yoga is a rewarding practice that can help you connect to both your body and mind as you build strength, balance, flexibility and focus, no matter what your current level of fitness may be. Thinking of giving it a try? Read on.
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Practice Is Perfect
Yoga is for everyone, regardless of size or physical ability. It’s about developing a healthier relationship with your own body and no matter where you start, you should always treat yoga as an opportunity to learn about what makes your body feel good. Take it easy and lean into the pleasure of opening your body up. Every posture can be adapted to your individual needs; the most important thing you can do is practice in a way that encourages you to return to the mat.
Find the Right Type of Teacher for You
One size rarely fits all. If you’ve had difficult experiences with yoga in the past, it might be because you and your teacher didn’t have a solid connection. Start for free on YouTube; the site has dozens of yoga teachers offering free HD classes that you can do from the comfort of your own home. If you’re self-conscious, you can use this time to get comfortable with the basic poses. Better still, you can learn about the types of teaching personalities you prefer before dropping cash on an in-person studio.
Invest In a Good Mat
In yoga, your mat is the foundation of all your practice, so this is not the place to skimp. Consider your needs. Do you suffer from knee pain? Make sure your mat offers padded support. Do you travel often? Consider a travel mat, which folds down easily and can fit in a carry-on. Do you sweat a lot? Check that your mat has a grippy, non-slip surface that will keep you feeling grounded and secure when times get tough.
Do It Daily
Once you’ve become comfortable with some basic yoga flows, challenge yourself to a week of everyday practice. Yoga is one of the quickest ways to improve strength and flexibility in a way you can actually feel, and the results from even just a few consecutive days of practice can be encouraging enough for you to keep it up.
Give Yoga a Try
No matter whether you’re a total workout novice or a 3-time Tough Mudder champ, yoga offers a variety of full-body benefits and can be an excellent start or complement to a happy, healthy lifestyle.
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