Yoga provides a number of well-documented physical, mental and emotional benefits, including reduced blood pressure, enhanced feelings of relaxation, stress reduction, improved digestion, better posture, increased strength and flexibility and improved balance.
The practice of yoga also has been shown to benefit individuals with chronic diseases and disabilities through improved body awareness and orientation, the development of focus and concentration, the encouragement of learning and creativity, and increased awareness of our relationship to others.
Yoga practice involves breath work (pranayama) to connect the mind and body, as well as to connect our thoughts and feelings with movement.
In addition, yoga can be tailored to focus on strengthening and stretching specific muscle groups, making it an ideal compliment to a workout regiment.
If you are looking to add a yoga class to your weekly workouts, here are some tips from the American College of Sports Medicine.
Selecting a Yoga Class
There are numerous varieties of yoga classes, each offering different types of yoga and different teachers and styles. Make sure to select an appropriate class and instructor for your skill level.
Classes vary in pace and emphasis from slower-paced practices that include breathing and meditation, to faster, flowing movement sequences combined with rhythmic breathing.
The different styles of yoga include:
Keys to Safe Yoga Session
Etiquette
Other Considerations
It is more comfortable to practice yoga on a somewhat empty or empty stomach, so eat lightly in the minutes or hour before practice or have a bigger meal two or more hours before class. Be sure to have a bottle of water available during your session.
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