Hatha Yoga and Vinyasa Yoga.

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What you might need:

• Yoga mat: it should be flexible, comfortable, but at the same time sticky enough so you don’t slip while stretching (if you sweat a lot, choose a yoga mat with open cells).
• Mat bag: for carrying your mat without losing its shape;
• A water bottle (you’ll feel thirsty during class and it’s important to avoid dehydration), perfect for keeping a supply of fresh water or even water with lemon on hand;
• Yoga towel: no matter what kind of yoga you do or how calm it looks from afar, yoga is still a workout and we can promise you’ll sweat;
• Yoga belt: this is a piece of equipment that you will use for tight wraps to deepen the effect of certain stretches, or you will use it as a support for certain exercises to make them a little more challenging, etc.

What kind of clothes are appropriate?

• A pair of yoga pants (they should be tight but comfortable so you can push the limits of your flexibility even further);
• A yoga shirt (and, depending on your breast size if you’re a woman, also a sturdy sports bra);
• A pair of comfortable sneakers that should only be worn for indoor use and should have a lightweight and flexible sole.

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How does a yoga class usually go?

So, the main part of the class, as a rule, consists of practicing exercises – asanas. Their duration and intensity depend entirely on the direction of yoga and the teacher.

Sometimes pranayama (breathing exercises) or mantras (special melodic, sounding or song-like exercises) are also found in classes. Often these practices are done with eyes closed. It may seem strange when you are not used to it, but once you catch the new sensations after these practices, you will definitely love them.

1. Concentration of attention. Try to concentrate on what is happening in the hall. What is called “be here and now”. Concentrate on sensations and listen to the teacher who explains to you in detail what you should do. If you are a beginner not only in yoga, but also in “physical training”, and in general you are not very friendly with your body, it will be difficult to distinguish at once which muscles are working. But gradually, the more you practice and listen to the sensations, the easier it will be to concentrate – allowing your body to get the maximum benefit from yoga.

2. Non-violence against oneself. Looking at more experienced students and at their teacher, one wants to do “like them”! And “young yogis” start trying to do their best at the first classes, and, unfortunately, sometimes it can end up quite miserably: pain not only in the muscles, but also in the joints, and even damaged ligaments. Do all exercises to the best of your ability. If you find it too difficult and feel unwell, stop the exercise and rest. In the practice of yoga, it will be enough if you just do what you need to do – and then you will get better at it every time. Experienced yogis take years to master individual poses! Don’t worry, you too will be able to do it in time. If some of the poses are difficult for you, it is better to discuss it with the teacher individually after the class.

3- Don’t look around, but look at the teacher. Remember: we all have different bodies. Some of us are naturally flexible, but do not perform strength exercises well; others, on the contrary: they do not “bend and stretch” well, but easily perform strength or balance exercises; others have difficulty keeping their balance. If you are always distracted by your “neighbors on the mat”, you risk not only missing important instructions from the teacher, but also losing control over your body. The benefits of such an exercise are questionable. Similarly, don’t worry about how you look in the eyes of other students.

What’s yoga gonna do for me?

1. Muscle elasticity. People who practice yoga become more flexible and can easily get into a twine. This is facilitated by performing complex and intricate asanas.
2. Weight loss. Not all varieties of yoga help to lose extra pounds quickly, but if yoga becomes a way of life, you can achieve a permanent effect. For fast weight loss, power yoga and dynamic yoga are ideal. Other practices do not work as quickly.
3. Strong bones. Yoga prevents brittle bones, which is especially important for the elderly and professional athletes. Regular exercise can stop the development of serious diseases, including osteoporosis and osteoporosis.
4. Perfect posture. Yoga strengthens the back muscles and helps correct curvatures of the spine.
5. Excellent coordination. The exercises include various types of balancing. They teach you how to control your body and make your movements confident and clear.
6. Less pain. Meditative practices act as painkillers.
7. Less stress. Practicing yoga helps to calm down, concentrate on the “here and now”, forget about problems and worries. As a result, the production of cortisol, the stress hormone, is reduced.
8. Less disease. Regular yoga classes reduce the risks of many diseases. This is due to the fact that yoga helps normalize blood pressure, cardiovascular, immune and lymphatic systems. Yoga also improves blood circulation and prevents the development of diabetes.

Full Description:

For those who have decided to embark on the path of yoga, it is important to decide on the purpose of the practice. Based on what goals you want to achieve, you choose your style, which should be suitable for your health condition. Hatha yoga is basically static, while Vinyasa yoga is the opposite, a more dynamic practice. Let’s look at both types in more detail.

Hatha yoga is one of the most popular trends in yoga. It is an ancient practice whose vocation is to develop the body, strengthen it, increase strength and agility. But… it is not just some kind of fitness, but a deeper teaching. It sees the body as a vessel in which the spirit is contained. It’s not just what’s inside that needs to be taken care of, but the shell as well. Classes include not only work on the body, but also mental skills (e.g. anger and desire management, finding a sense of happiness and peace) You will improve your health, become less stressed, improve sleep quality, increase flexibility and immunity.

Vinyasa yoga, or “Movements in the Breath”, is based on the sequential performance of six asanas, which will be gradually mastered during training. Vinyasa is a practice for those who like to sweat during training, as it consists in continuous transitions from one dynamic asana to another. To start practicing you need to be ready for quite serious physical exertion. This type of yoga will help control your weight, and is great for developing your strength, flexibility and balance. After practicing this type of yoga, you will be able to increase your productivity and improve your concentration, as well as gain confidence and get rid of back and neck pain.

If we compare the work with the mind in these styles of yoga, we should understand that Vinyasa yoga insists on overcoming one’s complexes and fears, sometimes balancing on the edge of patience, and Hatha yoga works with the mind very gently, without pushing a person to the limit.

The combination of both practices during the class will help you achieve partial and/or complete healing of the whole body, increase positive energy and a sense of calmness, and gain self-confidence.

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