Yoga is becoming more and more popular because more and more people are looking for a way to heal the body and calm the mind. But it is not always possible to visit the gym regularly. Therefore, it is quite possible to do yoga at home.
Instructions
Step 1
It is believed that the best option is to start mastering yoga under the supervision of a teacher, in groups or individually. Yoga is not fitness, it is very important in it the correct performance of asanas (postures), it depends on whether there will be a positive effect, its absence or even harm. At first, the teacher will control you, because you yourself do not see yourself from the outside and do not know if you are making mistakes. Attending classes under the guidance of a trainer will help you get comfortable and feel more confident, understand some important details, features of performing asanas. Plus it disciplines. By attending classes from different teachers (and they can be very different), you can understand if you like all this at all and if you really want to do yoga. Having learned the basic asanas, you can then practice at home. And this is even better, because Yoga is an individual practice, and for the greatest effect it should be done in peace and concentration, without distractions.
Step 2
On the other hand, there are many examples of how people completely mastered yoga on their own. In this case, it is important to have good materials for study - books or video tutorials. Before starting classes, it is advisable to consult a qualified doctor and find out possible contraindications, they may relate to certain exercises, for example, inverted poses or twists. Set aside a place for yourself in the house where you can calmly study for at least an hour. The best time for yoga is in the morning, but here everything is individual, if you like it (or have time), do it in the evening. Of course, regularity is important, and the greatest effect will be from daily activities at about the same time. But it is also important not to force yourself, because if you do something through force, then the healing effect will be small. Listen to yourself and your body. Often a person, exercising once a week or two, gradually gets a taste and devotes more and more free time to asanas.
Step 3
It is believed that you can start doing yoga at any age, with any physical fitness. Flexibility will come gradually. The main thing is not to overexert yourself, perform all the asanas to the best of your ability, you should not strive to immediately sit on a split or stand on your head. Trying to perform even a difficult exercise, you are already recovering. Follow a simple program until you feel the need to complicate it. At first, you can practice for only half an hour or even twenty minutes. Practice the same sequence of simple asanas. Gradually increase the duration and also learn new asanas. You can find guides with ready-made beginner lesson plans for a few months.
Step 4
Work out in clothes that do not restrict movement, preferably barefoot. Get a special non-slippery mat. There should be two to four hours between eating and starting yoga. Clear your mind of vanity and thoughts of plans for tomorrow. The calmer you are, the greater the effect. Don't worry and take your time.
