Help with yoga/stretching

Snow3y
Snow3y Posts: 1,412 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
Hi all,

I'm quite new to yoga.. and basically I'd just like to know if anyone knows of a decent yoga movement to really stretch out my entire body. I'd be doing this on every off/rest day basically just to stretch out the muscles for ultimately more flexibility..

So if anyone can link me to somewhere that does something I'm looking for, or can suggest something I might need to purchase etc like a dvd..

All suggestions welcome, and thanks in advance! :smile:

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  • Snow3y
    Snow3y Posts: 1,412 Member
    bump, anyone? :smile:
  • Amitysk
    Amitysk Posts: 705 Member
    I'd start with YouTube.
  • sandikegz
    sandikegz Posts: 66
    Down dog is the most efficient for a full body stretch! Take a free trial of Yogadownload.com. Lots of beginner things there.
  • Snow3y
    Snow3y Posts: 1,412 Member
    Down dog is the most efficient for a full body stretch! Take a free trial of Yogadownload.com. Lots of beginner things there.

    Thanks will be checking this out!:smile:
  • tcunbeliever
    tcunbeliever Posts: 8,219 Member
    I find the sun salutations and triangle poses to be the best for me to really stretch everything out and loosen up the hips/shoulders/etc. I really like the Rodney Yee videos, but some people really hate him and find him annoying, so you might want to see what you can find on YouTube to see what instructors you like or don't like. If you are just starting it's really best to have an in-person instructor if possible because they will be able to see and correct you if you are slightly out of position on the moves and you will get more out of the moves if your position is correct.
  • KateK8LoseW8
    KateK8LoseW8 Posts: 824 Member
    If you have an iPhone/iPod/iPad, you can download Yoga Studio for free. It has a lot of different classes based on focus, difficulty level, and length so you can find one that works for you. The flexibility ones are great for getting a good stretch, and I feel amazingly relaxed afterwards.
  • Snow3y
    Snow3y Posts: 1,412 Member
    I find the sun salutations and triangle poses to be the best for me to really stretch everything out and loosen up the hips/shoulders/etc. I really like the Rodney Yee videos, but some people really hate him and find him annoying, so you might want to see what you can find on YouTube to see what instructors you like or don't like. If you are just starting it's really best to have an in-person instructor if possible because they will be able to see and correct you if you are slightly out of position on the moves and you will get more out of the moves if your position is correct.

    I'd like an instructor too, but unfortunately my gym has quite useless trainers etc and on top of it charge ridiculous amounts! But I'll check out those you've mentioned! :) thanks
  • Snow3y
    Snow3y Posts: 1,412 Member
    If you have an iPhone/iPod/iPad, you can download Yoga Studio for free. It has a lot of different classes based on focus, difficulty level, and length so you can find one that works for you. The flexibility ones are great for getting a good stretch, and I feel amazingly relaxed afterwards.

    Unfortunately the only apple product I own is a shuffle :c lol but thanks! I get a phone upgrade in a month so I may consider iphone just for this, along with other apps needed..
  • ktliu
    ktliu Posts: 334 Member
    Look at this Video,
    I started off doing the first 7-10 minute for my intro. very good video, teaches you to breath as well. and in Yoga, Breathing is Everything.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PcC8hZPwj6w&list=PLmAFjufmvBsG0drOUhsy_W5HY2bGnwvD8

    Namaste, Enjoy
  • ames105
    ames105 Posts: 288 Member
    I agree...Downward Dog is a good stretch, Up Dog or Cobra gives a good counter movement. Pigeon is a good hip opener. Sun Salutations are great, A and B. You can also get your heart rate up if you do them one breath/one movement. Not sure if you have a cable provider but mine offers yoga videos for free 'On Demand'. You can also use videos that you Google. I love yoga and always feel so good after stretching.
  • pinktoesjb
    pinktoesjb Posts: 302 Member
    google howard napper- easy to advanced an his total yoga dvd you can do in your living room easily.
  • Snow3y
    Snow3y Posts: 1,412 Member
    Just saw last few posts now, thanks ladies :) checking them all
  • moxiept
    moxiept Posts: 200 Member
    Good info here! I will bump for later.

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