Beginner’s Yoga Questions Answered

 The first thing I like to tell new students who are thinking about practicing yoga is to throw their ego out the window. Yoga is not about competition. What your neighbor’s body can do today has no connection to what yours can do.

Everyone has to start as a beginner. I know this is all easier said than embraced, and it’s only human to feel self conscious entering a new world, especially one as daunting as a first yoga class. So to help you out, here are some answers to the most common beginner yoga questions.

1. Why we are not able to do yoga everyday?

Pain is the one of the most common reason why people are reluctant to practice yoga

inflammation and muscle soreness isn’t always a bad thing. A reasonable amount of pain and soreness after yoga is actually beneficial.

It means that your muscles got a good workout, and when they recover, they’ll be even stronger than they were before.

inflammation and muscle soreness isn’t always a bad thing. Over time, you’ll experience muscle growth and better performance both on and off the mat.

2. I want to start practicing yoga but don’t have access to a class or instructor. Is it safe to do yoga without guidance?

Yes of course! you should definitely start out easier and work your way up! For best result conclude your exercise with 5 minute of yoga meditation & see your energy level boost up.

 

Most local studios have classes for beginners. But, I’ll warn that a lot of studios who advertise “all level classes” are really catering to their regulars who come every week and are familiar with the practice.

 

 Why is everyone Om-ing?

OM is said to be the sound of the universe. It is a symbol of our connection to all living things and beings. It is a way to seal in the lessons of the yoga class.

I can’t get my mind to shut off during meditations, what can I do?

My best advice is not to judge yourself for not being able to meditate. Just try to relax and don’t berate yourself for thinking about not thinking.

Accept wherever you are today and honor whatever comes up for you without passing judgment about it. Mediation is a practice, and it can be much more difficult than the asanas or physical aspect of yoga.

3. Why should I start practicing yoga?

Yoga is a wonderful thing & it must be a part of our lifestyle to have a happy and healthy lifestyle. 

Yoga has tons of benefit and it’s for absolutely everyone — it’s for the young, the old, the flexible, the inflexible, the weak and the strong. Yoga is so much more than a physical practice. It is a coming home to your body, mind, and spirit.

It will stretch you to your limits and teach you so much about yourself. I recommend yoga for anyone who is looking for an outlet for stress, a complementary balance to their workout routine, a way to relieve stiffness in their body, or simply a way to connect with a new community.

4. I’m not flexible, will I be able to do it?

Fun fact: it took me 2 years of practicing yoga before I was finally able to do leg hold. Yep, two years. I’m sharing this because the most common concern I hear from people before starting a yoga practice is that they’re inflexible.

My response is usually, “perfect, so am I!”. Being flexible is not a requirement to practice yoga, but over time, it’s one of the results of a yoga practice.

Each yoga pose has many ways to modify to suit your individual body. Yoga is also full of props to help you get into the shapes of each pose. Being inflexible should never be a barrier for a new student!

5. What should I wear while doing yoga?

Wear anything you feel comfortable in that will allow you to have a full range of motion and don't practice yoga on bare land.

Hopefully that clears up some concerns and gives you a little boost of confidence to get started! Yoga is magical and will change your life if you let it. Feel free to ask any lingering questions you may have!