There has always been this love-hate
relationship between yoga and I; Quite honestly, during my younger year’s yoga was commonly
practiced and just part of my day-to-day routine. Fast forward to now: my thirties and my
practicing isn't as consistent as it used to be. One of my goals for 2019 is to
practice yoga more often and I will accomplish just that!
Yoga is 99 percent
practice, one percent theory. ~Pattabhi Jois
YOGA is a systematic
technology to improve the body, understand the mind, and free the spirit. With
practice, you are strengthening and calming the nervous system. You are
also increasing blood flow and bringing more oxygen to your cells. In all honesty, yoga has the tools to help you
overcome different health symptoms and overall well-being. It gets ready of
mind fog, stress, and just puts you into a more energetic mood.
Why should you use yoga as
medicine?
Because stress is one of the most common factors in medical conditions (obesity, heart attacks, infertility, are a few examples). If you understand how yoga truly works, then you know that it plays a huge role in stress reduction. Sure, it might not cure your disease, but I can promise you that you are one step closer to that path of recovery.
Did you know that some people who are anxious or depressed have the sense that they can't take a full breath? Yoga teaches that one way to improve the inhalation is to focus on the exhalation.
6 ways yoga can be used as medicine by facilitating better health:
- It improves flexibility
- Strengthens muscles
- Improves balance
- Strengthens bones
- Improves posture
- Promotes weight loss
What if you are a beginner yogi?
If you haven't mastered your flexibility, don't worry! You've got to start somewhere. That's why there are plenty of props such as yoga blocks to help you when you can't reach or flex a certain way. It all comes down to being prepared. If you have all the right equipment from the beginning then your first yoga experience shouldn't be as crazy. I personally recommend getting a yoga mat, blocks, a towel, and even a stability ball. One of my favorite one-stop-shop for all of the items I mentioned is ProSource. Where you can Buy quality yoga gear at amazing prices. Click Here!
Like I mentioned earlier, I'm not a true Yogi just yet. It's been a while since I have consistently practiced. I will keep you all updated as I have grown and get better at each move!
Pictured above is me using my yoga blocks for the child's pose & triangle.
So what do you think? Are you ready to unleash your inner Yogi?
xo,
Karina
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