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Rodney Yee is my favorite video yoga teacher!0
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Rodney Yee is my favorite too. Ok yoga types - feel free to amend or correct, it's been a while:
There are three main branches of Hatha Yoga. If you see somewhere offering a "hatha yoga" class, chances are it's a combination between Iyengar and Ashtanga yoga.
Ashtanga Yoga - also called "power yoga" at times. It is a sequence of moves. As you advance you take on new sequences. Very focused on sun salutations. Good for those wanting more of a cardio workout.
Bikram is a type of ashtanga yoga where heat (usually 95-100 degrees F) is used to loosen the muscles. Good for those who like to sweat. Sometimes called "hot yoga" to avoid Bikram's copyright. Note, ashtanga is usually hotter than other yoga classes, but not as hot as Bikram
Iyengar Yoga uses props to assist the student into correct form. Poses are generally held for a longer time than in other hatha yoga types. Good for the type "A" person who likes form or those with injuries.
Anusara yoga - you may not see this one offered, but I had to put it in here because it's the type I do. It's a form of Iyengar that doesn't take itself too seriously. A light heart is key in this yoga
Vinyasa yoga is a flow class. You move from one position to the next without breaks. It's somewhere between Ashtanga and Iyengar.
Kundalini yoga is not a "hatha yoga" - there is more chanting, meditation, and focus on the breath in these classes. Good for those that need to relax.
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glad this thread is still goin!
natasha...you could probably do most of the yoga with no problem, tho i have to say i do always use my wood floors here at home...
hi all!
I miss my wood floors :sad:
I'll give it a shot. It may be even more of a workout trying to keep my balance. We shall see!
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yea, itll fine tune those specific muscles!0
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I've finally found a nice yoga class in my area!!! Its a fusion of several types, which means its not as earthy/old school as I usually like my yoga to be, but its still great for my mood. My goal is to go 2-3 times a week. I feel so relaxed afterwards that I really think this goal will help my stress level.
Has anyone noticed that they don't really sweat from their yoga class? I've got to do aerobics for at least 20 minutes before my yoga class to feel like I've got a workout.0 -
Has anyone noticed that they don't really sweat from their yoga class? I've got to do aerobics for at least 20 minutes before my yoga class to feel like I've got a workout.
Sorry. . .I'm doing bikram right now. . so that made me giggle. I've never sweated so much in my whole life! (and I was born and raised in Florida).
Before I started Bikram, I hardly ever broke a sweat in yoga, though.:flowerforyou:0 -
It depends on what we are doing but there are some days that I come out of yoga sweating my butt off.0
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Well, I still consider myself a newbie to yoga but I'm finding that it is my favorite workout. My balance and my flexibility is beginning to improve, which is encouraging. I find it to be really relaxing. I'd like to begin learning more about it. Any recommendations for reading?0
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those of you who love yoga would also love mat pilates, without machines.
Ive been practicing this for a while now, and find that I love what it ads to my daily movement. It directly involves the core and makes you 're-realize' all of your stabilizing core muscles...
ive been sitting on a workout ball instead of my desk chair at work for a few months now, and that combined with the pilates is making me feel like a much stronger person! I use a stretchy band for my arms during pilates... and definitely seeing results!0 -
It shouldn't be a problem unless your carpet is really plush. I do yoga at home with my double thick mat on carpet and have no issues.0
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Mornin' Gang!
I really love this thread...thanks Sparkles! Sparkles, your core looks beautiful!
Thanks Marywilldiet for breaking down the different styles of Yoga for us...I'm practicing Vinyasa.
So many of you love Rodney Yee! I'll have to check him out...if his voice is hypnotic, I'll love him too.
Emtink! I love your new picture! I'm new to Yoga too, introduced via bellydance, just like you...currently practicing Vinyasa Flow with Rainbeau Mars...and like Vivia Kay said, Rachel Brice has a practice companion DVD and I have it and love it...she goes through yoga routines and drills bellydance moves...love it, love it!
I sweat Viviakay...every session...especially when I practice with Rachel Brice!
Iluvsparkles also mentioned that if we like Yoga that we would probably like Mat Pilates...and I do...I love Mari Winsor's 1st issue of DVDs...no extra props, just the floor and your body!
I've been off line and off my healthy life for the past week...had my boyfriend's mother, nieces and daughter visiting...they don't eat anything but junk and I feel so sick and unhealthy right now...I couldn't resist the temptation of so many sweets in the house...I'm like an alcoholic when it comes to sweets, I can't have them in the house or I will end up giving in to temptation...I still make my boyfriend keep his sweet treats in his work truck.
Today is the 1st day of the rest of my life...feel emotionally better all ready...fruit and yogurt for breakfast...this thread was the first one I saw when I checked my topics this morning and I have to thank you all for being here and motivating me.
I just Love You Guys!0 -
I'm like an alcoholic when it comes to sweets, I can't have them in the house or I will end up giving in to temptation...I
This is me to a T!!! I am a sweet-aholic for sure, and if its near, I'll end up eating. Especially cake. I can never turn down cake.
thats one of the reasons ive been going so nuts on my cardio lately, i cant give up my sweet tea! (im from NC, and we make a new gallon of sweet tea at my house every day!)0 -
Okay, I'm Steph and I was just introduced to the glorious world of yoga. I love it!0
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welcome to our little group!!!!0
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Hi all,
I have missed being on MFP for about a week now, and I have had horible results. I didn't realize that just checking things out and tracking was making that much difference. But I am back.
I have a question, the gym we go to has Centergy, based on yoga and pilates. We have one great teacher, she is moving to Austraila in about 3 weeks, we have one that when we see coming we just want to leave, she is so scattered, and we are going to have 2 new ones. My question is, what are some good dvd's to do at home and are they as motivating as someone in front of you? Because if that one teacher is all we have left, my yoga days I am afraid may come to an end soon. Please, I need some advise on this.
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Hi all,
I have missed being on MFP for about a week now, and I have had horible results. I didn't realize that just checking things out and tracking was making that much difference. But I am back.
I have a question, the gym we go to has Centergy, based on yoga and pilates. We have one great teacher, she is moving to Austraila in about 3 weeks, we have one that when we see coming we just want to leave, she is so scattered, and we are going to have 2 new ones. My question is, what are some good dvd's to do at home and are they as motivating as someone in front of you? Because if that one teacher is all we have left, my yoga days I am afraid may come to an end soon. Please, I need some advise on this.
Rhonda
Most people, myself included, love the Rodney Yee DVDs.0 -
Hi all,
I have missed being on MFP for about a week now, and I have had horible results. I didn't realize that just checking things out and tracking was making that much difference. But I am back.
I have a question, the gym we go to has Centergy, based on yoga and pilates. We have one great teacher, she is moving to Austraila in about 3 weeks, we have one that when we see coming we just want to leave, she is so scattered, and we are going to have 2 new ones. My question is, what are some good dvd's to do at home and are they as motivating as someone in front of you? Because if that one teacher is all we have left, my yoga days I am afraid may come to an end soon. Please, I need some advise on this.
Rhonda
Most people, myself included, love the Rodney Yee DVDs.
Me, too! :flowerforyou:0 -
Greetings Yogis! Just wanted to check in...will be back regularly this coming Monday.
How is everyone? What's the latest & greatest?0 -
Greetings!
Just worked the Pure Tranquility DVD with Rainbeau Mars...it was sending down roots...stretching, opening up more space and releasing the negative...it is her pre-meditation opening...Like James Brown...I feel good!0 -
hiii all!
i just wanted to check in and say hello!
Pilates has been going well lately for me, i can feel myself getting stronger and more centered which i just love.
i also recommend using a balance ball as a desk chair if you sit at a desk long term... I may have mentioned that before, but i just wanted to suggest it again.. because i love love mine, my back pain is gone and my core feels much stronger, not to mention you can do small exercises on it all day long!
anyway..back to work i go, i just wanted to say hi!0 -
Greetings to you too Sparkles! I love your current profile picture!0
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i should be getting my first yoga dvd tomorrow from netflix! i am so excited, especially since i've been having weird back and leg pain.0
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Hi Everybody!
Sparkles...are you still practicing yoga or concentrating on the pilates? I read that pilates evolved from yoga...I would imagine that you're combining the two...I love your new photo...you look great!
Hey EM...would love to hear about your Yoga DVD!
Sorry to hear about the weird back and leg pain...Nadirah gets the same thing when she performs alot and doesn't stretch out when she gets home...she said she doesn't have a problem unless she slacks off on stretching...hope that's all it is for you too!0 -
Just finished my yoga class for today. Aaaaah, so peaceful and stretched and TIRED. My thighs are about to give out on my now :laugh:
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Just finished my yoga class for today. Aaaaah, so peaceful and stretched and TIRED. My thighs are about to give out on my now :laugh:
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I'm happy for you! Sounds like a pure power session!
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so i am way excited!
My pilates instructor had another job offer..and i had really grown to love her, so that was sad, BUT
the new instructor taking over is the gal who also teaches my zumba class...so at this point i feel like i have a personal trainer!!!0 -
Sparkles...that's wonderful!0
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Just got back from bikram. I have a delicious case of "yoga brain". I feel sedated. :flowerforyou:0
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Just got back from bikram. I have a delicious case of "yoga brain". I feel sedated. :flowerforyou:
You're a "Hottie"!0 -
lol , yoga brain. I totally know what you mean! Sometimes i wonder if i should even be driving home from class or not..all bleary eyed!0
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