Yoga has been proven to benefit the body in numerous ways, by promoting flexibility and muscle development, reducing strength, and improving both emotional and mental health, it provides a truly holistic practice. Many people who begin yoga do so because they've heard about its amazing health benefits, and want to try for themselves. However, while any yoga practice is a great idea, it's even better if you can maximize your success.
If you are taking formal yoga classes, it helps to arrive a few minutes early so you can get yourself in the right frame of mind before the class kicks off. If you find yourself rushing in at the last moment, it will take that much longer to get into the flow of the class. Ensure you take the time to have a drink of water and use the bathroom, and if you've got time, do a few poses or simply sit quietly until the class commences.
Find an intention to focus on during your yoga class. Such an intention may be something like developing greater calm in volatile situations, becoming more tolerant and loving, enjoying healthy nourishing foods, or maybe taking more time for spiritual practices. Provided the intention is positive and reflects the tenets of yoga it is a good intention.
If you have been experiencing any physical problems or illness recently let your yoga instructor know, as they can advise you on poses you shouldn't attempt (or can offer a modified pose), and can assist if you have any problems. If you are relatively new to yoga you should also let your instructor know, as there will be poses you can't do without causing a strain or an injury. While you may be anxious to reap the full benefits of yoga quickly, everything worthwhile takes time, and yoga is no exception! Take it easily and work within your own limits. Trying to do too much too soon may end up doing you more harm than good, and goes against the philosophy of yoga, which is geared towards healing.
Once the class is over it's a great idea to take some time to think about what you learned during the class. It's all too easy to rush out of class and get back into the fast track of life without really digesting the lessons learned. After the relaxation and peace gained in a yoga class, it's a pity not to remain in the moment for some time later, and think over what you've learned. Beginners have a lot to remember, and it can take some time to learn it all. For this reason, if you can make the effort to consciously remember just one or two new poses from each class, you'll soon have mastered the basics.
Ideally, go to your class on a fairly empty stomach (don't eat for two to three hours before starting a class), as the process of digestion takes energy and can make you lethargic, and it's also possible to get cramps or nausea if you exercise too soon after eating, especially when doing moves that involve the midsection (including deep forward bends, twists, and inversions).
Maximizing your yoga practice is simple if you can take the right mindset to class, and focus on a beneficial intention throughout the yoga practice, which also assists in removing worrying thoughts from the mind. A positive outlook during a yoga class, and the maintenance of positive feelings afterwards is one of the best things you can do. - 30453
If you are taking formal yoga classes, it helps to arrive a few minutes early so you can get yourself in the right frame of mind before the class kicks off. If you find yourself rushing in at the last moment, it will take that much longer to get into the flow of the class. Ensure you take the time to have a drink of water and use the bathroom, and if you've got time, do a few poses or simply sit quietly until the class commences.
Find an intention to focus on during your yoga class. Such an intention may be something like developing greater calm in volatile situations, becoming more tolerant and loving, enjoying healthy nourishing foods, or maybe taking more time for spiritual practices. Provided the intention is positive and reflects the tenets of yoga it is a good intention.
If you have been experiencing any physical problems or illness recently let your yoga instructor know, as they can advise you on poses you shouldn't attempt (or can offer a modified pose), and can assist if you have any problems. If you are relatively new to yoga you should also let your instructor know, as there will be poses you can't do without causing a strain or an injury. While you may be anxious to reap the full benefits of yoga quickly, everything worthwhile takes time, and yoga is no exception! Take it easily and work within your own limits. Trying to do too much too soon may end up doing you more harm than good, and goes against the philosophy of yoga, which is geared towards healing.
Once the class is over it's a great idea to take some time to think about what you learned during the class. It's all too easy to rush out of class and get back into the fast track of life without really digesting the lessons learned. After the relaxation and peace gained in a yoga class, it's a pity not to remain in the moment for some time later, and think over what you've learned. Beginners have a lot to remember, and it can take some time to learn it all. For this reason, if you can make the effort to consciously remember just one or two new poses from each class, you'll soon have mastered the basics.
Ideally, go to your class on a fairly empty stomach (don't eat for two to three hours before starting a class), as the process of digestion takes energy and can make you lethargic, and it's also possible to get cramps or nausea if you exercise too soon after eating, especially when doing moves that involve the midsection (including deep forward bends, twists, and inversions).
Maximizing your yoga practice is simple if you can take the right mindset to class, and focus on a beneficial intention throughout the yoga practice, which also assists in removing worrying thoughts from the mind. A positive outlook during a yoga class, and the maintenance of positive feelings afterwards is one of the best things you can do. - 30453
About the Author:
Ana Paula Hernandez has been teaching yoga classes for years, and her experience leads her to believe that the key to successful yoga practise is being able to master the basic yoga postures and yoga poses.
