All you really need to start doing yoga is your body, your mind, and a little curiosity. It's also helpful to wear comfortable clothes that are not too loose (the extra fabric can get in the way) and bring a towel. No special footwear is required since we practice barefoot. You will need to bring your yoga mat , but if you don't have one yet, don't worry, as we have spare ones in the studio. In addition, we have all the yoga props you will need in the studio.
Yoga is amazing! Even if you only practice for one hour per week, you will experience its benefits. If you can do more than that, you will definitely get more benefits. I suggest starting with two or three times a week, for one or one and a half hours each time. If you can only do 20 minutes per session at home, that's okay too. Don't let time constraints or unrealistic goals get in the way. Do what you can and don't worry about it. You'll probably realize that after a while your desire to practice naturally expands and you'll find yourself doing more and more.
No! You already are a perfect candidate for yoga. Many people think they have to be flexible to start yoga, but that’s a bit like thinking you have to be able to play basketball to take basketball lessons. Come as you are and you will find that practicing yoga will help you become more flexible. This newfound agility will be balanced by strength, coordination, and enhanced cardiovascular health, as well as a sense of physical confidence and overall well-being!
In yoga, we twist from side to side, turn upside down and bend forward and backward. If you haven't fully digested your last meal, it will make itself known in ways that are not comfortable. For this reason it is recommended to abstain from eating for 2–3 hours before beginning. If you have a fast-acting digestive system and are worried that you might get hungry or feel weak during the yoga class, experiment with a light snack like yogurt, some nuts, or juice about 30 minutes to an hour before class.
Of course! You can do yoga and fusion balance with any weight, size or fitness level. I will help you adjust the poses and positions according to your body type. The gentle poses in a regular yoga practice combined with mindful breathing help detoxify the body, cleanse the digestive system, and reduce anxiety and stress. Anxiety is one of the biggest culprits behind weight gain. Yoga can reduce stress as well as provide a gentle form of exercise that can strengthen your body and tone your muscles. Additionally, regular yoga practice combined with a healthy diet can encourage weight loss.
Unlike stretching or working out, yoga is more than just physical postures. The physical practice is only one aspect of yoga. Even the physical practice alone is unique because we connect the movement of the body and the fluctuations of the mind with the rhythm of our breath. Connecting the mind, body, and breath helps us direct our attention inward. Through this process of inner mindfulness, we learn to recognize our habitual thought patterns without labeling, judging, or trying to change them. We become more aware of our experiences from moment to moment. The awareness we cultivate is what makes yoga a practice, not a task or goal to be completed. Your body will likely become much more flexible by doing yoga, as will your mind.
Yes! Whether you do yoga throughout all nine months of your pregnancy, or just in the third trimester, you will notice the benefits before, during, and after birth.
Practicing yoga can prepare you for the challenges of childbirth and unlock your natural ability to give birth by strengthening the core muscles needed for birth, reconnecting your breath and focusing your mind.
For vaginal deliveries, you should wait until the bleeding stops, about 4 weeks after birth. For cesarean deliveries, you should wait at least 6 weeks. In any case, consult your doctor before returning to yoga.
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