Yoga for Beginners

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Are you thinking of having a new type of exercise but don’t want to lift weights at the gym? Or running or jogging for miles? Well, you are on the right page where I will discuss a more slow, relaxed and gentle form of exercise which is called Yoga. Here is a list of different types of yoga:

Aerial Yoga - it can also be called as Anti-Gravity Yoga. You need a soft fabric, called hammock, which hangs 1 meter above the ground. This is more challenging because you need more balancing and carrying your own weight.

Akhanda Yoga – it means bringing together with passing on the aspect of the yoga tradition, coordinating breath and movement in a balanced sequence artfully.

Anusara Yoga – this can be called as a modern-day Hatha Yoga, which means “flowing with grace” or “following your heart”. Instructors for this yoga is discourage a fixing method. This allows each individual to develop on their own.

Ashtanga Yoga – this method of yoga includes coordinating the breath with an ongoing sequence of positions which helps produce intense internal heat, purifying sweat that detoxifies muscles and organs which results in more improved circulation of light and strong body, and a calm mind.

Bikram Yoga – this is held in a heated room with temperatures of 105 degrees and 40% humidity to allow the body to stretch and detoxify. This has a sequence of 2 breathing exercise and 26 poses which must be performed within 90 minutes. This isn’t like any other yoga where the instructor demonstrates the poses. They’re trained to talk you the flow, so you will stop thinking and concentrate on the moment.

Hatha Yoga – a common term for any form of yoga that teaches physical posture. It is mostly an overview of the basic yoga postures.

Hot Yoga – this is practised in a hot and humid environment. It leads to a profuse sweat which improves the circulation of blood.

Iyengar Yoga – this type of yoga concentrates on finding the correct position in each pose by using blocks, blankets, chairs and straps.

Vinyasa Yoga – is a type of yoga where there is a dynamic flow from position to position. This commonly referred to as Flow Yoga or Power Yoga. It is a precise sequence of posture.

Yin Yoga – a type of yoga that is quiet and meditative. This is also called as Taoist Yoga. It enables the release of tension in ankles, knees, hips back, neck and shoulders. Its poses are reflexive where your muscles should be relaxed while gravity does the job.

There are different styles of Yoga suited which depends on a person’s fitness level and the desired outcome. Different styles of yoga aren’t greater than the other. The only key is to choose an appropriate class for your fitness level!

You can also try Pilates which is good to alleviate low back pain and this is great for elderly people. Check the site for more information about Pilates.