Proper Yoga Instruction can be the Key Ingredient
Yoga has quickly become a part of many mainstream health regimes and diet plans. It is no longer the "alternative" activity for the free spirited people. You have surely heard all the benefits and have probably thought about starting up a yoga program, or even actually started. The problem is, that is where it ends for many people. Deciding to make Yoga a part of your life is the first step, but it is quite easy to get stuck there. The key to success is to not get too caught up or intimidated. Start slow, ease into it and start working your body the way it desperately desires to be moved. Follow these guidelines, read on and learn how to start yoga and incorporate it successfully into your life.
1. Choose a Certain Kind of Yoga
This is where a lot of yoga beginners go wrong. They believe that all yoga is the same and that they can just jump right into any kind and reap the rewards. Sit down and do your research. There are an infinite amount of programs and yoga routines out there and you can benefit the most from choosing the right one for your lifestyle. If you go with one that requires too much expertise or flexibility right off the bat, you can easily be turned off and drop the whole idea. Check out each different kind and go with one that suits your physical ability. In most instances you will want to check out a vinyasa or hatha class as they are geared best to easing into yoga. These are a great starting point and once you are comfortable, it is easy to move into more complex yoga programs.
2. Find a Class
There are a lot of resources out there online, and in books, that will try to convince you how easy it is to begin yoga. Truth be told, you will get a lot more from yoga if you join a class taught by an expert in your local area. There are online programs but they will not give you the motivation or knowledge that you need to get started properly on the right path. You can begin just by searching the word, "yoga" and the name of your town, or flipping through the yellow pages. Also a number of mainstream health clubs and gyms will offer beginner yoga classes that may suit all your needs. The key for your success is to choose a yoga class that is convenient for you to get to at a convenient time. Choose an after work class that is on your way home from work and you will be less likely to skip the class after a long day at work.
3. Know what you are getting yourself in to.
You can feel intimidated quickly when you walk into your first yoga class, but learning what you are in for can be a big help. In most classes, everyone will be asked to line their yoga mats up facing the front of the room where the instructor will be. Be sure not to line up your mat too close to other student's as you will both need space to maneuver and stretch your body. It is considered polite to sit on your mat in a cross legged position while you wait for the class to start. Pacing or wandering around can make you and the other yoga practitioners feel uncomfortable.
In many classes the teacher will begin by repeating "om" three or four times and this is how you know when everything is getting started. Sit patiently, repeat what you are told to and you will often be led through a relaxing and comforting meditation or breathing exercise. After this, all of your anxiety and the feeling of intimidation will melt away and you will be ready to accept the positive effects that yoga is about to bring into your life.
After this brief relaxation process you will slowly be led from easy, warm-up poses into more strenuous positions, through some stretches and finally finish off with some much needed relaxation. The sense of accomplishment that comes over your body after the first class will be unrivaled. If at any time you need a break or feel exhausted, no one will think less of you if you settle into a downward dog or child's pose position to take a breather.
Be ready to be a little sore the day after. Instead of focusing on the discomfort just enjoy the fact that you are bettering your body and you have put it through a truly, beneficial yoga class.
4. If you can't find a Class…..
For a lot of people it can be quite difficult to take the time out of their day to make it to the health club or drive to a local yoga class. While learning from an accredited teacher is the best way to begin, you can also find a number of great books and videos for beginner yoga. While books can be quite in depth and full of instruction, a video is much better as it is more visual and will give you a better idea of what you need to be doing, and what is expected of you.
Don't dive too deep at first and go with a hardcore program. Take your time, invest in a beginner's video and just try ten minutes at a time if you have to. Be sure to fast forward to the end and complete the relaxation at the end of the video, even if you can't do anymore stretching or poses.
Here are a couple of extra do's and don'ts for beginning yoga;
Do;
-Make sure you get comfortable with certain yoga etiquette so that you feel as comfortable as you can before entering a formal classroom setting.
-Let the instructor know that this is in fact your first class and that you need some extra guidance to make yoga a part of your lifestyle.
-Do feel free to ask the instructor if you need some extra help.
-Take some extra guidance from the more experienced students. Chances are they are more knowledgeable and can show you how to do all the poses correctly and give you some beginner tips.
-Try and get in touch with yourself before going to your first class. Look up some beginner poses before walking into the yoga classroom.
-Keep at it and come back for more than one class. A lot of people give up after their first attempt and never find a way to get back on the yoga horse.
Don't;
-Consume a big meal before class. Keep your energy up with a light meal a few hours before class but you want your body to be relaxed and move freely. A heavy meal will weigh you down and make things quite a bit more uncomfortable.
-Drink a lot of water during the class. Stock up before class and be sure to drink a lot of water after. Water during the class will make you feel bloated.
-Wear socks or shoes. Yoga is meant to be done in bare feet and you will feel much more comfortable and free without any restrictions on your feet.
There you have it; some simple steps and advice when it comes to learning how to begin with yoga. Do your research, prepare yourself and allow the benefits of yoga to enter your body. Keep at it, be persistent and give yoga time to start benefiting your lifestyle. The more comfortable you make yourself with the entire yoga experience, the more accepting your body will be to the joy and health that it can bring into your life.
Try and remember, in the words of famed yoga instructor Rodney Yee, "The most important pieces of equipment you need for doing yoga are your body and your mind".
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