In just a few years, yoga has become one of the most popular sports practices in the world. This place of choice is notably due to the discovery of its ease of access as well as to the physical and psychic benefits it brings and this, without any particular physical predisposition and at all ages of life.
Here are our tips!
Beginner to yoga:
preparation for a session
The place where yoga is practiced should be chosen with care. It is thus disadvised to practice:
* Alone, especially during the first times.
* On uneven ground.
* On a bed or mattress too soft.
* On a hard surface that could damage the joints.
In addition, a preparation before the first session is necessary. It is thus recommended:
* Do not eat before and wait at least 1 to 2 hours after a snack or 4 hours minimum after a meal.
* To bring a bottle of water to drink before and after class.
* To choose a course early in the morning or in the evening so as not to suffer from a possible stiffness of the joint and to be able to benefit from a maximum relaxation before or after the activity of the day.
* To go to the toilets so as not to be embarrassed during the session.
Good to know: before any practice of yoga, a warm-up is necessary.
Running a Beginner Yoga Session
The conduct of a yoga session can be done alone or under the responsibility of a teacher. Whatever the option chosen, it is essential to respect certain conditions in order to promote the benefits of the practice.
It is thus appropriate:
* Listen carefully to the teacher's instructions while continuing at his own pace.
* To stay focused on the messages that can send us the body.
* To perform the movements smoothly, slowly without forcing or exceeding the limits and physical abilities of each.
* Not to hold your breath: deep breathing is one of the pillars of Yoga and participates in the circulation of energies.
* Not to compare or compete with other students.
As part of the practice with a teacher it is possible to notify before the start of the session of a possible pregnancy or any injury, discomfort or physical limit.
Finally, all courses end with a deep relaxation time of at least 10 minutes.
Respecting it allows you to feel the energy provided by the postures and to give the body a moment of relaxation after many solicitations.
Note: only the perseverance, the patience and the rigor of Yoga allow to progress while perceiving the benefits that the latter offers to the soul and the body.
What accessories to start yoga?
During all yoga sessions, it is strongly recommended to:
* Wear comfortable, simple and light clothes.
* Lay them in layers so that they can be easily removed and / or replaced.
* Practice barefoot because carpets or surfaces are slip-resistant.
* Remove watches and jewelry such as rings, necklaces and bracelets.
Good to know: the work of breathing that will be asked can also be hampered by a toilet water or a too heady perfume.
Yoga for beginners: where to practice?
Before any monthly or yearly subscription to a yoga studio, it is best to:* Perform one or more test sessions to find the ideal type of Yoga.
* To privilege an atmosphere where one feels good.
* To choose a course adapted to its level.
Good to know: for a first practice at home, the videos or tutorials chosen must indicate that they were made especially for a beginner level.
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