Yoga and Power Yoga
What is Yoga?
The word yoga means union. The union between mind, body, and spirit. Yoga is the practice of physical postures or poses. Each pose in Yoga has specific physical benefits. They can be done quickly to create heat in the body through movement or more slowly to increase stamina and alignment.
Visualize a mind, body practice which:
- Creates balance in the body.
- Builds strength and flexibility.
- Is non-competitive.
- Uses your entire body.
- Engages you, leaving you refreshed and alert with a presence of physical body, mind, and awareness.
Can I Use Yoga?
Anyone can use Yoga. Yoga is for individuals who want to create balance in the body by developing both their strength and flexibility.
What Can I Expect?
Yoga is non-competitive. Each individual practices at their own pace. As you become more proficient in each pose, you will slowly develop your individual practice.
Does Yoga Use Equipment?
Yoga uses minimal equipment. The primary equipment used in Yoga is a mat. You may bring your own mat or use the one provided in the studio. Yoga also uses props such as blankets, blocks, and straps to achieve optimum alingment. It is recommended that you use these props until you are open enough in each pose to achieve maximum benefits and prevent possible injury.
Yoga will aid in:
- Building strength and flexibility
- Gaining focus and mental tranquility through the use of the breath
- Creating an evenly conditioned body
- Being confident, safe, and challenged
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