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Basic Yoga Sessions - What To Expect?

Written by Sara Valencourt

Topic: Fitness and ExercisePublished December 21, 2007
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Appearing at your first yoga class is not the nsimplest of effort. It can seem a bit intimidating nwith all of the inhumanly possible yoga poses and nthe alien yoga exercise devices. Despite all the nnear impossible yoga positions, keep in mind why nyou first became interested in taking yoga. It has nbecome a fashionable and attainable practice that nallows even the most inexperienced student to nenjoy more flexibility and strength without all of nthe redundant reps that is well-known in other nforms of exercise.

For your first basic yoga session you will be nintroduced to a room full of other beginners who, nlike yourself, may be questioning why they came nor if they are going to make any mistakes. Have nno fear. A mindful yoga instructor will guide you nthrough the asanas, or yoga poses. It is their nresponsibility to encourage you to extend nyourself, and your postures in order to attain the nfull gain of the yoga exercise. Along with the fluid nmovement of the yoga poses is the addition of a nguided meditation that is meant to bring a sense nof relaxation that will open up the possibility for nself-awareness.

The key to an excellent yoga session is to find a ncompetent instructor. If the instructor does not nask the students if you have any injuries or naccidents, leave immediately. This is an example of nan inattentive teacher.

In deciding on where to take your first basic yoga nsession you will have a few options. Talk to your nfriends about yoga classes. Find out which ninstructor they suggest and why. With the nversatility of yoga, you can be sure to find a class nthat will suit your needs. Remember that yoga is nabout bringing together the mind, body and spirit nin an open and safe environment. Yoga will help nyou develop an improved understanding with nyourself and your surroundings.

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About the Author

Sara Valencourt is a health and fitness freelance writer living in Santa Fe New Mexico. She is an advent yoga student who has traveled throughout the U.S. to experience various yoga practices and to work with international instructors. Her work includes articles on the basics of yoga, easy healthy nutrition and real fitness for the average person. She is currently working on a series of articles based on her trials and triumphs. More information at www.yogahub.com

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