If youre thinking about trying yoga in 2019, you have plenty of company.
Classical yogacalled Raja yogaincludes eight limbs, or kinds of practice.
As mentioned, many yoga classes in America focus primarily on just theasanapart of yoga.
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(More on how to pick the right class for you in a bit.)
Yet you dont need expensive clothing or any baseline level of flexibilityor fitness, for that matterto try yoga.
In reality, anyone at all can practice yoga.
Amy Opielowski, San Diegobased master trainer atCorePower Yoga, agrees.
Your best bet is to call local studios and ask which classes they recommend for beginners.
In general, non-heated classes offering foundational poses are a good bet for newbies, says Opielowski.
Some studios will have designated beginner classes, too.
Again, it really does come down to the studio and specific instructor.
Ideally, Deshpande says, a teacher will link asana with the other limbs of yoga.
The structure of a yoga class will also vary depending on studio, class key in, and teacher.
Check out these12 must-know yoga for beginnersto arm yourself with a few basics.
Your attire, first and foremost, should be comfortable, says Opielowski.
On top, a supportive sports bra, and a light, comfortable T-shirt or tank are good options.
You dont need special shoes as yoga is performed barefoot.
Arrive to class early and introduce yourself to the teacher.
Let them know its your first time at yoga and alert them of injuries or concerns before class begins.
When you enter a yoga room, leave your phone and any other electronics behind, says Opielowski.
Respect the current noise levelmost studios are dedicated quiet places.
Most studios will also have cubbies in the locker room or outside of the room for your shoes.
Drop them there instead of bringing them into class where they can get in the way.
When lying down your mat, take note of where others have placed their mats.
you could rest in a basic pose known asChilds Poseany time you need a break, adds Grieve.
You will probably be a little sore after your first class, says Grieve.
Keep in mind that we don’t know what we don’t know sometimes, says Deshpande.
Any time you are trying something newmovement-related or notthere can be judgment and expectation, says Opielowski.
venture to let go of said judgment and expectation before you unfurl your mat.
