{"id":23437,"date":"2020-11-09T19:24:00","date_gmt":"2020-11-09T19:24:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sayloveyoga.com\/blog\/2020\/11\/09\/yoga-practice-guidelines-for-beginners\/"},"modified":"2020-11-09T19:24:00","modified_gmt":"2020-11-09T19:24:00","slug":"yoga-practice-guidelines-for-beginners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/sayloveyoga.com\/blog\/2020\/11\/09\/yoga-practice-guidelines-for-beginners\/","title":{"rendered":"Yoga Practice Guidelines For Beginners"},"content":{"rendered":"

Here are the most important answers to the commonly asked questions about yoga. They are just guidelines, not rules. After reading them you will be ready to start your journey to the yoga world. <\/em><\/p>\n

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Is it better to start practicing yoga at home or in a class?<\/h3>\n

A good yoga class will give you valuable feedback, teach you techniques, and poses. You will meet people who will inspire you on the path to the yoga world. On the other hand, starting\u00a0a home\u00a0yoga practice can\u00a0save time, energy, and money. <\/p>\n

Do you think about starting yoga at home? Follow along with an online yoga program<\/em> that has trained instructors that walk you through the moves and breath step-by-step. Try Yoga With Adriene<\/a>, her\u00a0videos are easy-to-follow and really enjoyable.<\/p>\n

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What is the best environment for yoga practice?<\/h3>\n

If you need to concentrate your mind and get maximum benefits out of yoga, practice it in a clean<\/em>, quiet<\/em>, peaceful space<\/em>, with as much space around you as possible.<\/p>\n

If you have an extra room or an empty spot that you can devote to your yoga practice, great! Having your yoga mat unrolled all the time is certainly inviting. If you like, it can be a helpful prop to create some atmosphere with a candle or an inspiring wall decoration<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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What is the best time for yoga practice? <\/h3>\n

Early mornings<\/em> and late afternoons<\/em> before lunch have been recommended for practicing yoga postures. Some light stretches an hour before bedtime can be really relaxing. You may have a time in your daily tasks that naturally works well for you. <\/p>\n

To complete a short sequence of stretches you will need about 15 minutes. 30 minutes of yoga practice will provide time for more stretching. Full body stretch which provides faster progress requires from 45 minutes to an hour. <\/p>\n

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How often should I practice yoga? <\/h3>\n

Regular yoga practice is the most effective. Try to practice at least 3 times a week<\/em>. Of course, daily practice is ideal. It is saying that it is better to be regular with a 15-minute yoga practice than irregular with a longer practice. <\/p>\n

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Is there any special equipment needed?<\/h3>\n

Yoga requires not so much in the way of extra equipment. You will need a yoga mat<\/strong>. Look for a\u00a0mat\u00a0made from\u00a0a no-slip grip\u00a0material<\/a> so you will not slide around as you sweat. <\/p>\n

Some other extra equipments for yoga practice are available: yoga blocks<\/strong> are used to bring the floor closer to you, yoga blankets<\/strong> can be used for extra support for the knees, straps<\/strong> are best used to make the arms longer. But in most cases, the only prop you need in yoga practice is your body.<\/p>\n

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What about special clothes?<\/h3>\n
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Wear comfortable clothes <\/em>such as tee shirts, sweatpants, tights or shorts. Natural fabrics will allow your skin to breathe. Take off your shoes and socks. While doing standing poses, it will help you focus on the\u00a0feet\u00a0and feel the connection to the\u00a0ground.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Should I change my eating habits?<\/h3>\n

Yoga\u00a0postures affect the internal organs, so yoga is always\u00a0best practiced\u00a0on a light or empty stomach<\/em>. Ensure to keep a 2 hours gap in between your meals and your\u00a0practice.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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What about injuries?<\/h3>\n

The most common yoga injuries that can be experienced through yoga are hamstring attachment strain, wrist pain, neck tightness, rotator cuff injuries, and lower back pain.*<\/p>\n

The best injury prevention is to become aware of your body. To avoid injuries, you should:<\/p>\n

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