Question:
ok i am 13 years old and i heard that yoga canhelp you alot with school, and just overall life issues. well i went to this website but it doesnt describe what to do very well...i got some pose's and tried them, but i was wondering do you just do the pose's or do you have to do certain breathing excercises before (besides the ones juring the pose) and is there any tips you have for me thanks alot
Answer:
Yes, yoga is more than just the physical position of the body, and the benefits you read about have alot to do with the relaxation and concentration that comes from doing the poses with the yoga breathing. Also, the way you approach doing the poses is different than doing an exercise class. In exercise, you are often working "against" yourself - pushing the muscles to do something and sometimes overriding feelings of pain ("No pain no gain"). In yoga, it is just "NO PAIN!". It is exploring, working with the body, not forcing it. Because you are young and energetic, you probably would like a more active class than a meditative class. It is easy for a 13 yr old to get bored!
A class with a talented teacher can give you proper direction. While you can learn from a book or the internet, seeing and having feedback go a long way to helping you "get it". Reasonably priced yoga classes can usually be found at the Y or community centers. You may have to try a couple different classes b4 you find one that is right for you!
