It can be difficult to learn a new skill, and yoga is no exception. These are our seven tips for beginners to yoga.
The basics
Like any new skill it will take time to master yoga. You can recall being a child and learning to ride a bicycle. Before you could move to two-wheeled bikes, you were on training wheels. It is a good place to begin with yoga. A beginners yoga course will teach you the basics of breathing, asanas, sequences (such as sun salutations), and alignment to get the best out of each pose. After completing a beginners’ yoga course, you will be able to take open classes like Yin or slow flow yoga.
Find your tribe
There are many styles and teacher styles for yoga. Different styles and teachers are just like different types of coffee or tea. You can try different styles, such as slow flow and yin yoga, and you will find the one that suits you best.
Be gentle with yourself
Mastering any skill is a process. You didn’t learn how to read or write overnight. Yoga is no different. Do not expect to be able to do everything right away. Yoga is all about the journey. Relax and enjoy your yoga practice. You’ll be amazed at how far you have come after a 10-week beginner yoga course. Your yoga journey will never be over, so take it easy and enjoy every moment.
Fancy pants are not necessary
To start a practice of yoga, you don’t have to wear expensive clothes or accessories. You can go shopping if you feel inspired by Lululemon and want to start a yoga practice. You can wear any pair of leggings with a tee shirt. A basic mat will do the job, but if your hands become slippery or sweaty during practice, you may want to upgrade to a Jade yogamat. Bowern offers some stunning prints if you prefer prints.
Be consistent in your practice
It is easy to start a regular practice of yoga by enrolling in a beginners yoga class. It takes 21 days for a habit to be formed, so after 10 weeks you will hopefully have a great yoga practice and some new skills.
Invite a friend
Research shows that a friend is more likely to keep a habit going. You could have a beginners yoga class with your best friend, and then you can catch up on each other every week. It’s great to share your journey with another person and hope you can continue the habit.
Flexibility is not a requirement.
People say that they aren’t flexible enough to do yoga. Yoga doesn’t require you to be flexible. Although it may look more impressive on Instagram, yoga is not necessary. Yoga can improve your flexibility and strength. Yoga can be modified by your beginner teacher to accommodate any limitations. Yoga is more than just yoga poses. You’ll learn meditation techniques and breathing techniques in a beginner yoga course.
We’ll see you soon on the mat!
It can be difficult to learn a new skill, and yoga is no exception. These are our seven tips for beginners to yoga.
The basics
Like any new skill it will take time to master yoga. You can recall being a child and learning to ride a bicycle. Before you could move to two-wheeled bikes, you were on training wheels. It is a good place to begin with yoga. A beginners yoga course will teach you the basics of breathing, asanas, sequences (such as sun salutations), and alignment to get the best out of each pose. After completing a beginners’ yoga course, you will be able to take open classes like Yin or slow flow yoga.
Find your tribe
There are many styles and teacher styles for yoga. Different styles and teachers are just like different types of coffee or tea. You can try different styles, such as slow flow and yin yoga, and you will find the one that suits you best.
Be gentle with yourself
Mastering any skill is a process. You didn’t learn how to read or write overnight. Yoga is no different. Do not expect to be able to do everything right away. Yoga is all about the journey. Relax and enjoy your yoga practice. You’ll be amazed at how far you have come after a 10-week beginner yoga course. Your yoga journey will never be over, so take it easy and enjoy every moment.
Fancy pants are not necessary
To start a practice of yoga, you don’t have to wear expensive clothes or accessories. You can go shopping if you feel inspired by Lululemon and want to start a yoga practice. You can wear any pair of leggings with a tee shirt. A basic mat will do the job, but if your hands become slippery or sweaty during practice, you may want to upgrade to a Jade yogamat. Bowern offers some stunning prints if you prefer prints.
Be consistent in your practice
It is easy to start a regular practice of yoga by enrolling in a beginners yoga class. It takes 21 days for a habit to be formed, so after 10 weeks you will hopefully have a great yoga practice and some new skills.
Invite a friend
Research shows that a friend is more likely to keep a habit going. You could have a beginners yoga class with your best friend, and then you can catch up on each other every week. It’s great to share your journey with another person and hope you can continue the habit.
Flexibility is not a requirement.
People say that they aren’t flexible enough to do yoga. Yoga doesn’t require you to be flexible. Although it may look more impressive on Instagram, yoga is not necessary. Yoga can improve your flexibility and strength. Yoga can be modified by your beginner teacher to accommodate any limitations. Yoga is more than just yoga poses. You’ll learn meditation techniques and breathing techniques in a beginner yoga course.