Advice on Yoga

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bmramsey0614
bmramsey0614 Posts: 88 Member
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Hey yall, so I am wanting to start doing yoga but the only yoga I have ever tried to do is p90x and hated it. I am not very flexible but I really want to try to do yoga 2-3 days a week with my new workout plan ill be starting sunday. Are there any dvds or anything anyone recommends? I really have no clue what one to even buy.

Thanks!

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  • Vune
    Vune Posts: 672 Member
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    Because yoga is so diverse in practice, many studios will offer free first lessons to new students. I'd check out offers around town and learn what you like in a class (as well as basic alignment) before you shell out money for a dvd.
  • stephanj
    stephanj Posts: 898 Member
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    OMG p90X yoga is not typical!!!!! You are right to give it another chance, though.

    Here are some recs:

    Bob Harper Yoga for the Warrior. A little tougher but he's Bob and lovable to follow

    Collen Saidman Yoga for Weight Loss http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kuCbh55r7iQ - it's outdoors, she is gorgeous, and it is gentle and nice. I have a yoga crush on her.
  • catrunsintowindow
    catrunsintowindow Posts: 77 Member
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    Why do you want to do yoga if you hate it?

    I use MyYogaOnline.com , but if you're just starting out you should consider going to a couple classes in your area. Nothing beats having an instructor with you to correct form, give tips, and suggest modifications.
  • TeaBea
    TeaBea Posts: 14,517 Member
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    hulu.com has a health & fitness channel ..... tons of yoga there

    I agree with previous poster .... yoga is very diverse ..... best do "free stuff" first ... just to figure out what you like. I rented yoga DVDs from Netflix (by mail) .... took awhile to build a list of favorites.

    Your local library will have yoga DVDs too. To view video clips & read reviews of DVDs (your library might have) .... collagevideo.com

    http://www.collagevideo.com/searchresults.aspx?type=all&search=yoga

    A.M. Yoga for Your Week is a good starting place ... 5 short practices that focus on different areas ....hip openers, standing poses, twisting poses, etc.

    http://www.collagevideo.com/workout-video/rodney-yees-am-yoga-for-your-week-5567
  • maiaroman18
    maiaroman18 Posts: 460 Member
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    I've heard the Wii fit yoga is good. I don't know of any DVDs because I go to classes, which I would highly recommend if you're just starting out, because a teacher can correct your stances.
  • bluebird321
    bluebird321 Posts: 733 Member
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    It might be worth giving Bikram Yoga a try (if there is a studio close to you). The poses are designed for beginners and you don't have to be flexible. There are some drawbacks -- not everyone can stand the heated room and the regimentation of the classes of the classes isn't for everyone.
  • msrootitooti
    msrootitooti Posts: 253 Member
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    I have been using YouTube to find ones that I like. Try looking for beginner yoga.
  • thesupremeforce
    thesupremeforce Posts: 1,206 Member
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    I do DDP Yoga, which I 100% swear by, but it's not "traditional" yoga either. It does have the advantage of having a flexible "Make it your own" approach that lets you go at your own rate on pretty much everything.
  • bmramsey0614
    bmramsey0614 Posts: 88 Member
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    Thanks for the replies!

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