How do I know if Yoga is right for me?

Question

I am looking into Yoga, but am wondering how it will benefit me. I am 26 and really need to tone up...not necessarily lose weight, but just tone up. Will Yoga do that? How can I find a good workout to do at home? How long will it take until I start seeing results?

Thanks for any and all feedback!!

Answer 1

I love yoga, and would recommend it to anybody, but some people do prefer other more heavily aerobic workouts.

I noticed feeling more toned right away from yoga - I'm sore for a few days after every class - but it probably took a month or two before I started seeing a difference in the mirror. I notice it first in my shoulders and arms.

There are a lot of yoga DVDs out there that you could do at home, but I prefer going to a class with an instructor to guide me. Like in any exercise, proper form is important.

Yoga also isn't *just* about physical exercise - it also includes breath work, meditation, etc, so expect that as well. Some yoga classes that are taught in gyms and sports clubs gloss over this aspect of it.

Answer 2

Yoga is an excellent workout for home or in a group. Check into buying a DVD or ask your local health club if they offer Yoga classes. You will find you feel and look better very soon!

Answer 3

Test-drive different exercise routines to find your fit. There's no one right exercise. It's pretty much personal choice. My wife likes yoga, but I like to do functional training.

Answer 4

yoga will benefit everybody else. findout a good instructor in your locality or go to some good yoga book

Answer 5

DO NOT DO YOGA IT IS BORING. instead go to the gym and ask the gym instructer that you want to tone your body up.

Answer 6

Yoga is always beneficial....
Especially for girls.