Yoga

nana_b
nana_b Posts: 24
edited September 29 in Fitness and Exercise
Anyone in MFP practices yoga?
Which one do you practice, and how frequent?

Am researching which one will suit me. Am a newbie, i know there is a practice out there for this newbie right here! :happy:

Thanks for sharing luvies!

Nana_B

Xx

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  • sqtolliver
    sqtolliver Posts: 20
    I do Wii Yoga 4 times a week.
  • yeabby
    yeabby Posts: 643 Member
    I've practiced Hatha and Ashtanga but, didn't love either. Just recently I started Bikram and I heart it. It also burns more calories than the others I've done.

    If you are going to get started make sure that the instructor has taught for a while. They are better able to get you started and explain each pose. My first Bikram was a new instructor and I almost quit right there. Since then I've had experienced instructors and it's been great!
  • lynn_1290
    lynn_1290 Posts: 11
    I am going to be starting bikram yoga soon with my friend, I can't wait!
  • nana_b
    nana_b Posts: 24
    Cheers sqtcaesar! *waves*

    If only I've a Wii, yours truly would so do that as well! :happy:
    How often do you play/practice yoga on Wii, luv?
  • nana_b
    nana_b Posts: 24
    I've practiced Hatha and Ashtanga but, didn't love either. Just recently I started Bikram and I heart it. It also burns more calories than the others I've done.

    If you are going to get started make sure that the instructor has taught for a while. They are better able to get you started and explain each pose. My first Bikram was a new instructor and I almost quit right there. Since then I've had experienced instructors and it's been great!

    Thanks for sharing yeabby! :smile:
    I've had similar experience... though am not certain if she was new. However, it felt more as if i was in boot camp with the drill sergeant versus the yoga I signed up for. Weeks passed, one of my mates mentioned Bikram. Today's my day two. :smooched: I find it quite challenging, but fun! Does my statement even make sense? :laugh:

    How far along are you practicing Bikram?
  • nana_b
    nana_b Posts: 24
    I am going to be starting bikram yoga soon with my friend, I can't wait!

    Cheers, lynn_1220! :smile:

    I just started two days ago with practicing Bikram. First day, I nearly gagged due to humidity and heat. But with helpful and knowledgeable instructor/s, I managed to stay and follow the asanas for 90mins.

    Good luck with your practice, luv!
    Keep us posted. :smile:
  • demonNIИ
    demonNIИ Posts: 187
    I tried Yoga for the first time a few weeks ago... relaxed me a bunch but didn't burn enough.. only 150 per my heart chest strap monitor so doesn't really get me to my goal
  • zonah
    zonah Posts: 216 Member
    I love hatha yoga and I want to try birkam yoga.
  • happyfeet262
    happyfeet262 Posts: 7
    I do Anusara yoga. It's important to find a good teacher. I would recommend going to a class a few times, at least, to learn the proper alignment of poses. www.yogatoday.com has some great anusara classes with beautiful scenery (although you miss a lot of the scenery when you are in the pose) . Each wk they offer 1 free class. You can also purchase classes.
  • whimsy38
    whimsy38 Posts: 158 Member
    Currently I'm just working out at home with a nifty book on Om Yoga. I used to go to a deep stretch class at the Y. and loved it. Yoga might not be the way to burn calories, but most people could use to work on their flexibility. All the cardio doesn't do that. Plus the meditative part of the practice is something many people could use to combat emotional eating.:smile:
  • vivid2012
    vivid2012 Posts: 31
    I love hatha yoga and I want to try birkam yoga.
    yoya is my favorite way to lose weight.
  • sqtolliver
    sqtolliver Posts: 20
    Cheers sqtcaesar! *waves*

    If only I've a Wii, yours truly would so do that as well! :happy:
    How often do you play/practice yoga on Wii, luv?

    I "try" for every other day :tongue: . I average 4 days per week.
  • nana_b
    nana_b Posts: 24
    I do Anusara yoga. It's important to find a good teacher. I would recommend going to a class a few times, at least, to learn the proper alignment of poses. www.yogatoday.com has some great anusara classes with beautiful scenery (although you miss a lot of the scenery when you are in the pose) . Each wk they offer 1 free class. You can also purchase classes.

    Cheers, happyfeet262! :smile:
    I agree with you on finding a proper yoga instructor.
    Will give the website you recommended a go soon as I get off my daily grind.
    Thanks btw. :flowerforyou:
    How often do yo practice anusara yoga?

    nana_b

    xx
  • nana_b
    nana_b Posts: 24
    I tried Yoga for the first time a few weeks ago... relaxed me a bunch but didn't burn enough.. only 150 per my heart chest strap monitor so doesn't really get me to my goal

    Cheers! :smile:
    Are you still practicing yoga by chance?

    nana_b

    xx
  • nana_b
    nana_b Posts: 24
    I love hatha yoga and I want to try birkam yoga.

    Cheers, zona! *waves*

    I do recommend Bikram! :wink:
    Am on my second practice. I cannot say "i love it!" ... not yet at least. :laugh:
    however, I do feel a bit more limber and invigorated post practice.

    Please keep us posted with your future Bikram adventure, luv! :smile:

    nana_b
    xx
  • nana_b
    nana_b Posts: 24
    Currently I'm just working out at home with a nifty book on Om Yoga. I used to go to a deep stretch class at the Y. and loved it. Yoga might not be the way to burn calories, but most people could use to work on their flexibility. All the cardio doesn't do that. Plus the meditative part of the practice is something many people could use to combat emotional eating.:smile:

    Whimsy, cheers luv! :smile:

    I to loooove and appreciate those deep and long hold stretches! I used to attend twice a week at one of the health clubs in AZ... then, they increase their membership prices. :sad:

    You are right on "yoga might not be the way to burn..." I learned that just last year! :laugh: Was mighty pissed when I found out. Then i read somewhere that "being fit and healthy requires a balance marriage of flexibility, cardio, strength training. and proper nutrition." Hence, here I am... starting over... the proper way. :smile:

    btw ..." Plus the meditative part of the practice is something many people could use to combat emotional eating " <---so true! :flowerforyou:
  • yoginimary
    yoginimary Posts: 6,788 Member
    I've practiced for 11 years and have taught for 5. A good instructor is more important than a good method; however, some methods have more training than others.

    Here's a good description of the different types:
    http://www.yogajournal.com/basics/165

    Here's another version:
    http://www.lifescript.com/Body/Shape/Workout/From_Fat_to_Fit_Yoga_for_Every_Body.aspx

    Good luck
  • KBjimAZ
    KBjimAZ Posts: 369 Member
    Wife and I do "yoga 101" at big box gym every Sunday morning. The instructor is key to a good practice. I can't stand to work with the 2 ladies that sub when the regular gal is off. A lot of folks don't realize how much a yoga class or two could benefit the rest of their workouts. I also enjoy surprising those ladies,the ones who look at me funny when I walk in, with just how much mobility and flexibility I have. Years of wrestling paying off later in life! haha
  • keepcalmandnamaste
    keepcalmandnamaste Posts: 7
    Vinyasa yoga!!! Occasionally I go to a power yoga class, but vinyasa is definitely my favorite. And it burns A LOT of calories - don't be fooled by people who have no idea what yoga is!
  • nana_b
    nana_b Posts: 24
    I've practiced for 11 years and have taught for 5. A good instructor is more important than a good method; however, some methods have more training than others.

    Here's a good description of the different types:
    http://www.yogajournal.com/basics/165

    Here's another version:
    http://www.lifescript.com/Body/Shape/Workout/From_Fat_to_Fit_Yoga_for_Every_Body.aspx

    Good luck

    Cheers marywilldiet! :smile:

    Wow! 11 years or yoga?! That's wicked!
    Which yoga did you teach?

    Just started 2 days ago, and it is invigorating!

    Thank you for the websites:flowerforyou: .
    Will peruse through it later.

    BTW, when you practice yoga, how often do you do it? How often do you recommend it to your students?
  • unsuspectingfish
    unsuspectingfish Posts: 1,176 Member
    I do some most days. I, too, am book taught. I never went into it intending to burn calories. For me, it was always about increasing my flexibility, which I have done.

    Oh, and an added bonus is strengthening muscles I never even knew I had.
  • LoveMy3Boys
    LoveMy3Boys Posts: 562 Member
    I love Yoga. I will do the Wii Yoga, I am actually looking into some "Hot Yoga" classes in my town to see how that goes.
  • unsuspectingfish
    unsuspectingfish Posts: 1,176 Member
    I love Yoga. I will do the Wii Yoga, I am actually looking into some "Hot Yoga" classes in my town to see how that goes.

    Between this, the fitness stuff, and Netflix, I think I need to invest in a Wii.
  • yoginimary
    yoginimary Posts: 6,788 Member

    Wow! 11 years or yoga?! That's wicked!
    Which yoga did you teach?


    BTW, when you practice yoga, how often do you do it? How often do you recommend it to your students?

    I registered at the 200 hour level and not in any particular method (most teachers are not registered in any method, the best usually are though), but my style is strongly influenced by the Iyengar method - meaning lots of alignment instructions and props.

    I practice yoga 6x a week from anywhere between 1-3 hours.

    If you are just starting out, do one pose every day (or 6x a week if you feel you need a day off). When you feel ready to add another pose, do so - even if it takes over a month for you to add another. Your practice will grow naturally that way and will become a habit.

    Hope that helps
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