More than a physical workout, yoga is a full mind and body exercise. Whether you are young or old, overweight or fit, yoga has the power to strengthen your body and calm your thoughts.
Reduce back pain
Strengthen bones
Improve balance
Reduce stress
Relieve depression
Yoga is not one-size-fits-all. In fact, the best yoga workout for you will depend on your individual needs and goals. Here are 9 major styles of Yoga you should look into.
Anusara yoga seeks to use the physical practice of yoga to help students open their hearts, experience grace, and let their inner goodness shine through.
Based on ancient yoga teachings, Ashtanga is a rigorous style of yoga and is a sweaty, physically demanding practice, so make sure to bring your yoga mat towel.
This school of yoga takes place in classes that are held in artificially heated rooms. You’ll sweat like never before as you work your way through a series of 26 poses.
Hatha yoga is a generic term that refers to any type of yoga that teaches physical postures. It’s a gentle introduction to the most basic yoga postures and you’ll end up leaving class feeling longer, looser, and more relaxed.
Hot yoga is a vigorous form of yoga performed in a very warm and humid studio. Be sure you check with your doctor before trying it, especially if you have any health concerns.
Iyengar is a very meticulous style of yoga, with utmost attention paid to finding the proper alignment in a pose.
Restorative yoga is a great way to relax and soothe your nerves. Students practice passive poses so the body can experience the benefits of a pose without having to exert any effort, making the class more rejuvenating than a nap.
Vinyasa classes are known for their fluid, movement-intensive practices. If you love to test your physical limits, vinyasa may be the yoga for you.
We’re not kidding. Goat yoga is a group yoga class with the addition of live baby goats who are guided by their trainers to interact with students in specific poses. And it’s popping up everywhere these days!
Whether you want to gain strength, lose weight, become more mindful, manage stress, relieve pain or just feel better, yoga is a get way to get to your objective. There are lots of online yoga classes you can easily access anytime. And, there are also many yoga apps available such as Pocket Yoga, Yoga Studio, Simply Yoga, 5 Minute Yoga and Down Dog. So, say “yes” to yoga and get moving.
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