| Yoga is a great workout for beginners, because it | | | | degrees. It is believed that this will heat the body and |
| allows you to move at your own pace. There are | | | | increase flexibility, allowing yogis to get a more intense |
| many different types of yoga, but all offer the same | | | | stretch and a better workout. This type of yoga can |
| benefits. | | | | be dangerous for some people, like pregnant women |
| Hatha yoga is a basic type that focuses on the | | | | and senior citizens, so it is best to consult a physician |
| fundamentals. It usually incorporates breathing routines | | | | first. |
| but focuses on the physical poses, from downward | | | | No matter what type of yoga practice you ultimately |
| dog to cat stretch. With the area of hatha yoga, there | | | | choose, you will receive the same benefits. Yoga can |
| are other forms such as Iyengar and Ashtanga that | | | | help to increase flexibility, improve back pain, and |
| are based on individual followers who added their own | | | | strengthen the muscles. In addition, yoga also offers |
| twists. Due to the meditative aspect of the practice, | | | | stress relief and better concentration due to the |
| hatha yoga is best for those looking to combine a | | | | breathing exercises included in the practice. |
| mental and physical workout. | | | | The best way to find the right type of yoga for you is |
| Bikram yoga is a popular form that is designed to | | | | to take different classes. Try out various styles until |
| assist in weight loss. Often called "hot yoga," Bikram | | | | you find one that you can stick with daily. |
| yoga is practiced in a room that is heated to about 100 | | | | |