Yoga Off the Mat ? Aerial Yoga

When many people talk about taking yoga ?off the mat? they are referring to embracing the principles of yoga in your daily life. For example, yoga teaches you to be in the moment and to focus on the present. It also teaches you to be flexible and strong – both mentally and physically. These are […]

Yoga for Babies? Why Babies, and Parents, May Benefit from Doing Yoga

In addition to a number of yoga for babies DVDs, there are a growing number of classes offered at local yoga studios. When a baby can?t stand, you might wonder how they can practice yoga and how it can be beneficial for them. Baby Benefits Yoga Style Babies never stop moving and many of those […]

Yoga and Your Mental Health ? The Surprising Connections

What?s your primary reason for practicing, or considering, yoga? For many people, they?re looking for a way to get in great shape. After all, yoga is known for its ability to build strength, endurance, and flexibility. It aids in weight loss and because there are so many styles of yoga, it?s available to almost everyone […]

Which Yoga Style Is Right for You?

As yoga continues to increase in popularity, new forms of yoga are developed. In many cases, these new forms are combinations of older forms, designed to offer maximum benefit. There are literally dozens of different yoga styles. Here?s a quick guide to help you decide which yoga style is right for you. Calm and Restorative […]

Tips for Avoiding Yoga Injuries

You might think yoga is a foolproof practice. That there?s no way you can get hurt. Unfortunately, the opposite is true. Without a bit of proper care and prevention, yoga injuries can be quite common. Protect yourself by learning a few expert pointers. #1 Listen to Your Body Depending on your personality, your yoga instructor, […]

Think You Weigh too Much to Try Yoga? Think Again!

If you?re overweight, it can be difficult to take that first step into any new fitness program. There?s the general assumption that you have to be in shape to exercise. Yet you can?t get in shape unless you exercise. It can be a frustrating circle. With yoga there are no barriers. It is infinitely adaptable […]