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September 28, 2015 by Jennifer

8 Things You Need to Know Before Your First Yoga Class

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I never thought I’d be that “Crazy Yoga Loving Chick” Seriously. I thought yoga was for hippies and health nuts. Then one Monday morning, I was at the gym and one of the chicks I was treadmill walking next to started talking about how much she loved yoga and encouraged me to try out the class that morning. I decided to give it a shot… whats the worst that could happen right?

Well… I stretched and turned and breathed and trembled… and 60 minutes later I was more relaxed than I’d ever been and I felt amazing… even if I could hardly walk out of the class! The next day I was achy all over… in the best way possible, and I was officially hooked!! That was a little over a year ago! Looking back now, there are some things I wish I’d known before my first yoga class!

 8 Things You Need to Know Before Your First Yoga Class - BusyBeingJennifer.com

  1. Bring your own mat. Yes, most yoga schools provide mats and blocks for people who forgot to bring their own. But they aren’t cleaned too frequently. A good yoga mat can be purchased from $30 to $60, and will last you for years with the proper care. You can spritz it down with vinegar and water once a month to keep it bright and clean.
  2. Choose your yoga class carefully. Don’t be afraid to call the facility to ask questions. Is the class suited to a beginner, or do you need to know the top ten yoga positions first? Some classes are focussed on mat work, while others have you standing. Keep your own comfort levels in mind.
  3. Expect chanting. Not all yoga classes are intense workouts. Many types of yoga such as Kundalini, focus on total relaxation at the end of the class. You can choose to listen or to participate, it’s up to you.
  4. Respect your neighbor’s boundaries. Don’t place your mat right beside another’s. Give a reasonable amount of distance, as some of the yoga moves may take you beyond the boundaries of your mat. If someone topples, you don’t want them to bump into you.
  5. Respect your neighbor’s privacy. If you are having trouble with a pose, enlist the help of your yoga instructor. Don’t ask the person beside you for help. They’re too busy concentrating on their own pose. Also, don’t stare at others in the room. You eyes should only be on the instructor, or off into the distance.
  6. Close your eyes. Once you’ve worked your way into a pose, you can close your eyes, and focus on your position, and movement. Listen to the instructions that your yoga instructor gives you.
  7. Enjoy the music. During your class your instructor will play relaxing instrumental music. Slip into your next yoga pose and listen to the music. It will keep your mind focussed on your pose, and help you to build up the endurance to maintain it. Soon, you’ll be able to bend further into your position, gaining more flexibility.
  8. Total relaxation. Yoga is not just to increase your endurance and flexibility, but to also learn how to de-stress your life. Yoga is perfect after a long day at work. The ultimate goal is to achieve total relaxation, so your body can effectively fight off viruses, infections, and disease.
Yoga! Its Amazing! If you’ve never taken a class before, these are the 8 things you need to know before you go!

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The benefits of regular yoga are pretty fantastic! My stress levels are lower, its helping me lose weight, I’m limber and my body is so much more relaxed. If you’ve never tried a yoga class, I highly recommend that you do! Just be sure that you find a class that welcomes and caters to beginners! And don’t forget about these 8 things! They’ll make a difference when you’re prepping for your first yoga class!

 

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  1. Jaelan says

    September 28, 2015 at 9:11 am

    I went to my first yoga class a few months ago and I was so excited to know some of these things. I asked a yogi friend for advice and it really helped. Going to yoga can be so intimidating!

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  2. Caroline @ In Due Time says

    September 28, 2015 at 9:13 am

    Yes! Bring your own mat is so important! Because, even if they do provide them I definitely don’t want to use them 😉

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  3. Patti Tucker says

    September 28, 2015 at 10:25 am

    All good tips…especially bringing your own mat.

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  4. serenemomblog says

    September 28, 2015 at 10:26 am

    I want to try yoga! Seeing this post is really giving me some motivation too. I seriously need to destress. Thank you so much for posting 🙂

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  5. Heather @ The Deans List Blog says

    September 28, 2015 at 10:41 am

    I’ve been wanting to take Yoga for quite awhile now! I would love to feel relaxed right about now! 🙂

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  6. makeupobsessedmom says

    September 28, 2015 at 11:48 am

    I need to try some yoga again. I have the worst balance of anyone I know. I think I might just do a video at home. Then maybe one day when I get better I would feel brave enough to participate in a class. Great tips here!

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  7. caendicott says

    September 28, 2015 at 12:55 pm

    Yes, yoga is amazing! I want to start back up again.

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  8. Cameron Proffitt says

    September 28, 2015 at 4:00 pm

    I still remember my first yoga class. After hearing stories, I was terrified! But it’s such a great workout and relaxation technique. Your tips are brilliant!

    Cameron Proffitt

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  9. Stacey Eckert (@HomemakerStacey) says

    September 28, 2015 at 5:19 pm

    This is so good to know. I’ve been considering taking a yoga class for a long time now, but I get scared that I won’t be able to keep up. I’ll call around and look for a beginners class this week! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  10. chelseadamon says

    September 28, 2015 at 6:51 pm

    Haha I like the tip to not stare at your neighbor! That one should be posted on the wall!

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  11. katielovelyy1 says

    September 28, 2015 at 11:41 pm

    Great tips!

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  12. Gina Marie says

    May 11, 2016 at 10:50 am

    HI Jennifer!! I love our yoga tips! I’ve been doing restorative yoga to help with my stress! I’ve only practice twice (while following along on youtube and from an excellent book: Yoga for emotional balance) I really enjoy it and I can’t wait to get up enough nerve to go to a class! When I do I’ll be sure to follow your tips! Thanks for sharing!

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