Get The Most From Your London Yoga Class

By Liliana Mills


Have you decided to join a London yoga class? If you have you may have lots of questions going around your head that might be stressing you out. Most people have anxieties about going to their first session. You may be worried that people might laugh at you. You might also be concerned that you will fall over or that you will be forced to the front of the room. Do not panic, here is how to get the most of your class.

The best place to start is by recognising that you are not alone in these emotions. Your instructor will know how to help you settle in. They are not school teachers, they will be gentle with you and you will not be put into detention if you fail. You will be able to pick where you stand, you will not be forced to do anything you are not comfortable with.

There are three simple tips that can help you to not only survive your class but also enjoy it. So have a read through the advice below before you head out in your yoga pants with your bottle of water and floor mat under your arm.

The first thing to know and prepare for is the breathing techniques. Breathing is very important as it helps deliver the vital oxygen your muscles need to help them stretch. Without accurate breathing you may struggle to get into the right positions. Breath in through your nose and not your mouth, if you do not do this naturally take some time to practice it. Pay attention to the way you inhale and listen to the advice from your instructor.

You instructor has been fully trained to show you how to move correctly and achieve all of the positions. Therefore do not watch the people in front of you, focus only on the teacher. Make sure you can see them from where you are standing and copy only their moves not the moves of anyone else. The people in class may not have a good technique and you could end up doing yourself an injury.

Making use of the mirrors in the room is another excellent tip. You will be able to observe your body and compare it to the position that you are being taught. Listen to your body. If a position hurts reduce the strain. Do not be harsh on your body and do only what is comfortable or slightly outside of your comfort level. Yoga can take years to master you will not be an expert in the first class.

These guidelines will help you to make the most out of your experience in class. Let your mind wonder and relax as you go through each of the positions. Remember that everyone there is looking to gain the same benefits that you are, no one is there to laugh at others.

Use what you have read to enjoy your first London yoga session. You will soon be looking forward to your second class and wonder what you were worried about.




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