Yoga
Is Yoga the right fit for me?
Yoga can be a fantastic way to enjoy a more relaxed life and feel good. It doesn’t matter what shape you’re in or how old you are, as yoga is an activity that most people can join in with.
Yoga is an ancient activity that focuses on strength, flexibility and breathing in order to boost physical and mental wellbeing.
There are hundreds types of yoga available but they all offer similar benefits, so it’s not overly important which type you choose. They all help you be more active and try to provide a ‘union’ between mind, body and spirit. Yoga is a peaceful activity can help improve your mental wellbeing, ease stress and help improve your posture, physique and general fitness.
Is this suitable for me?
The great thing about yoga is that you can do it by yourself in the comfort of your own living room.
You’ll even find that some yoga is chair-based, so if you’re not the most upwardly mobile this could be the ideal way to help you to boost your strength, flexibility, balance and breathing.
Whether you’re absolute beginner or already have some yoga experience, everyone can enjoy this low impact and accessible activity. Regular yoga is good for people with high blood pressure, heart disease, aches and pains (including lower back pain), depression and stress, so it really is great for mind, body and soul.
If you want to start being active without doing something too intense, yoga could be the right fit for you.
How will it benefit me?
Yoga is a good way to get active, without costly equipment. It’s a safe and accessible activity that all ages, shapes and sizes can join in with. It can also help with:
- Reducing stress
- Improving balance and general mobility
- Increasing muscle strength in the legs and lower back
- Help improve mobility in those with arthritis
- Low impact that doesn’t put pressure on bones and joints
- Improved heart and lung function, so you breathe easier
- Muscle toning and increased stamina and energy
- Reduced tension, anxiety and depression
- Sleep better
- Help manage long term conditions like diabetes and COPD
- Improve mood
- Start to feel good about yourself again
How much will it cost me?
It doesn’t have to cost much at all. All you need is a book, video or app, a free room and maybe some calming music or quiet.
How do I start?
It’s probably a good idea to watch an online class before taking part. You’ll very quickly know whether this is something that’s right for you.
If you have a medical condition, any health concerns or haven’t exercised for a long time, it would be good to speak to your GP before you start yoga.
During this period while at home you could consider using a book, DVD or app to learn the basic poses and positions.
So that’s yoga then. Relax, take a deep breath and give it a go. Or if you’d like to see if another activity is more to your liking, click here to visit our activities page.