Yoga Help, Tips & Information

*Tranquility* · 02-21-2004, 04:16 PM

Hello.
Im new to yoga.
Im 16, and been following the 'Geri Body Yoga' video for a week now. I have been practiscing for 1 1/2 - 2 hours a day.
Im just a beginner, but really starting to get with yoga.
In the video, i have been doing the ashtanga version with Sun and Moon Salutations, and also sections called Strength and Bliss which include warrior poses, triangle, bow pose, bridge, shoulder stand etc.)
I havent really looked round at all the different versions, but this was the only vidoe i had, and i love it!
Im 5'1 and weigh 7.5 stone so i dont really want to loose weight, just tone up my body, and i feel yoga will do that. Its not just toning though, i really feel relaxed and enjoy yoga very much so.

How long before you start to see a change in your body from Yoga?
Theres not hurry, but just wondering.
Any tipe you can give me? or any useful information!??
Am i doing the correct type of yoga!? Or as a beginner should i be doing something different?

Thanx!!!!

Chandra · 04-29-2004, 03:25 PM

Dear Tranquility,

Please see the post "which yoga for posture and alignment" for a link to a Yoga Journal article which reviews various styles of yoga. The "correct" type of yoga is the one which speaks to you and leads you in the direction you choose to follow. Yoga is at essense, an exploration of your self. For some that is a very physical exploration, for others a spiritual exploration. I would recommend that you look for a yoga teacher, and try several, until you find someone with whom you feel a rapport. Finding an instructor who can assist you to direct your body and mind is important as you learn about yoga.

Namaste,
Chandra

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02-21-2004, 04:16 PM	#1
Tranquility Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Student Posts: 1	Hello. Im new to yoga. Im 16, and been following the 'Geri Body Yoga' video for a week now. I have been practiscing for 1 1/2 - 2 hours a day. Im just a beginner, but really starting to get with yoga. In the video, i have been doing the ashtanga version with Sun and Moon Salutations, and also sections called Strength and Bliss which include warrior poses, triangle, bow pose, bridge, shoulder stand etc.) I havent really looked round at all the different versions, but this was the only vidoe i had, and i love it! Im 5'1 and weigh 7.5 stone so i dont really want to loose weight, just tone up my body, and i feel yoga will do that. Its not just toning though, i really feel relaxed and enjoy yoga very much so. How long before you start to see a change in your body from Yoga? Theres not hurry, but just wondering. Any tipe you can give me? or any useful information!?? Am i doing the correct type of yoga!? Or as a beginner should i be doing something different? Thanx!!!!

04-29-2004, 03:25 PM	#2
Chandra Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: yoga teacher, massage therapist Posts: 243	Dear Tranquility, Please see the post "which yoga for posture and alignment" for a link to a Yoga Journal article which reviews various styles of yoga. The "correct" type of yoga is the one which speaks to you and leads you in the direction you choose to follow. Yoga is at essense, an exploration of your self. For some that is a very physical exploration, for others a spiritual exploration. I would recommend that you look for a yoga teacher, and try several, until you find someone with whom you feel a rapport. Finding an instructor who can assist you to direct your body and mind is important as you learn about yoga. Namaste, Chandra