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Actually, yes, the bruises go away and don't come back. There should be more lift in the abdomen, so you're not resting on you arms quite so much. Also, if you squeeze the legs toward one another, this lifts the abdomen and takes some pressure (oddly enough) off the arms.

I do a mixture of home practice and class time. My home practice is usually whatever I make up, but occasionally I'll do audio classes by one of my favorite teachers. Welcome all to the group!

There's a lot of movement in Ashtanga yoga. Yes, I would check the studio's schedule and see what type of classes they offer. Like Allie said, if you can find one that says "Introduction", that's what you should try. Sometimes Ashtanga yoga studios are heated to 90 degrees or so. For more information, go here:…

There are sequences for menstrual disorders in general, but I don't know of any for pcos in particular.

I do sarvangasana (shoulderstand) everyday, so I don't have that issue. I guess if your working your upper body a lot, you could get too tight. Here's what I would do: do more shoulder stretches before sarvangasana, like the following: gomukhasana arms (cow faced pose, arms), ustrasana (camel), and setu bandha (bridge…

There's an entire group on MFP for yoga enthusiasts, open and welcoming to all: http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/1484-generic-yoga-group As far as starting a regular home practice, here's my advice: 1. Yes, have a dedicated space. Leave your mat out. It will remind you. 2. Do something everyday, even if it is…

If you find the right teacher, he/she would be able to give you a sequence you could do at home - writing them down for you. Or, if you find a teacher you like, you could then look for videos/audios/books that are that same style.

Do a web search of your area. Find somewhere that is fairly convenient and has a variety of classes.

At 42 I do handstands all the time. A good yoga teacher should be able to get you back into it safely, as well as assess if you are ready to support yourself. Right now, I'm working on getting up with two legs at once.

[/quote] Can you tell me more about alignment yoga? Thanks! [/quote] Classes are usually called alignment yoga when the teacher is not a certified Iyengar yoga instructor. It takes a long time to be a certified Iyengar teacher, so sometimes the teacher is working to become certified; at other times, the teacher does not…

I practice Iyengar yoga. I don't worry about calorie burn. There is a group on MFP open to all people, if you like to discuss yoga: http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/1484-generic-yoga-group

Great Job!

Good for you! http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/1484-generic-yoga-group

You're not doomed. My heels are now, usually, on the floor. But like anything, it's something you have to frequently work on. Chances are, your achilles tendon is a little tight - which is great for jumping and running, but not for Malasana. Best of luck.

I've done meditation classes but never at a yoga studio. There are a lot of different forms of meditation. Let us know how it goes.

There's a yoga group on here open to all: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/1484-generic-yoga-group There usually is a style to suit just about anyone, for those that don't like yoga, don't find it intense enough, or find it too intense.

I just use the same calorie counts for everything. I figure it evens out.

http://www.spine-health.com/wellness/exercise/stretches-and-exercise-sciatic-pain-piriformis-syndrome

Tonight, nationwide (US) practice honoring BKS Iyengar: 8:30 Eastern 7:30 Central, 6:30 Mountain, 5:30 Pacific Here is the sequence: Tadasana - 3 minutes Uttanasana Adho Mukha Svanasana Utthita Trikonasana Adho Mukha Svanasana Uttanasana Tadasana - 3 minutes Seated - 5 min mediation Many studios are participating, but you…

It's not your knees that are tight. To sit on the floor cross-legged, requires flexibility in the buttock (sometimes referred to as hip) muscles. To bring your heel to your hip requires flexibility in the quadriceps. I would search for those two types of stretches. Yoga will help of course.

Recovery from what? Do you mean something to do on your off days? What are you looking for?

I think you should start with a few classes. There are so many different styles that it's best to try a few and see what you like. If you are unwilling to pay for classes (although many studios offer the first class free), then I think the second best thing is to try your library and see what they have. Best of luck.

I usually just make up my own sequence. Sometimes I follow an audio from ihanuman.com, I like the John Schumacher ones, but usually I just work on poses that I like and that need work.

Yesterday I did a pose I've been working on for 2-3 years: Mayurasana. It's considered a bit of a "guy" pose - meaning it is more difficult for a woman's shape. I have to admit, that I was in Baddha Konasana and had two straps, but I was still up. I'll post a picture on my profile. It's not the most flattering picture, but…

Enjoy your time with Abby - she's super nice - we met at a Judith Lasaster workshop about 6 years ago. I doubt she would remember me, but I remember her. I didn't know anyone there, and I was feeling awkward. She made me feel welcome. Good luck with your teacher training.

Great job on crow/bhekasana! No pose is ever completed :wink: , but here's a partial list of what I've successfully attempted: Yoga Dandasana (see picture), I'm almost there on one side. Binds are difficult for my body type. This is the closest I've gotten in 14 years, not that I tried this pose when I started yoga - but…

Sounds like a smart trainer. Welcome!

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I do yoga everyday. The only problem with going to a class the next day is you might be sore. It will be a different kind of sore than you get from cardio or weights. My suggestion is this: if you go to the stress relief class, and it feels difficult for you, plan something else for the next day: walking, cross training,…

Try going to a yoga studio. This is an old article, but it has good information on the different styles: http://www.yogajournal.com/basics/165