Tips For Yoga beginners.

Now-a –days in running life, there should be some physical and mental activity that gives you some relief from stress. Yoga for beginners has that option. You can go for yoga by your self but it is recommended to have instructor. Here are some tips for  yoga beginners so that you don’t get confused. Much has been written about the many benefits of yoga, from increasing muscular strength and flexibility, to lowering blood pressure and stress levels and plenty in between. 

When starting any new fitness program, it's most people's first instinct to start out brimming with enthusiasm and effort.. Do not be fooled, however! As with anything, it's important to start out slowly.

• Best times for yoga – For getting more benefit of yoga , it should be practiced at morning. But can practice at any time; however try to perform yoga at the same time daily and also at the same place if possible.
• Do on empty stomach – Yoga must not be done after taking lunch or any food. Your stomach must be empty. Even having a yoga session when thirsty or hungry is not recommended.
• Duration of yoga session – Beginners can start with half an hour yoga session in the beginning and gradually increase it to one hour once your body is ready for it.
• Borrow or buy a yoga book (or even better a DVD or video) that's aimed at beginners. You can find all these at book store’s health section.
• Using the examples in your book, DVD or video to practice at home will help you master some of the poses before you start attending classes, and help build your confidence.
• Whatever you do, DON'T force yourself to look copy the poses of instructor exactly. If you are not doing the same , it doesn’t mean that you are doing wrong
• Feel the difference between sensations or resistance and feeling pain; you should not feel pain while doing yoga, and if you do it could mean you are doing something wrong or need to adjust a pose to suit you better.
• Don’t do when fatigue – Never try to force yourself to perform yoga when tired, fatigue, sleepy or hungry. It is always better to skip yoga session if feel tired.
• If you are pregnant, than you should go for prenatal yoga or pregnancy yoga.
• Pain/tired after yoga session – It is common for beginners to feel pain or tiredness after yoga session or on the next day. But this pain or tiredness will be gone after daily practice of yoga.
• For kids, you should go for kids yoga for their overall development of body
• For better performance – A warm bath makes the body more flexible and improves blood circulation for certain period of time. So practice yoga after a warm bath help you better perform yoga poses than normal.

For more information about kids yoga , yoga for beginners  visit our website: Yoganic 

Yoga Classes for kids

Yoga classes have become very popular and are now being preferred as it helps one to enjoy a healthy lifestyle. Different kinds of classes are now offered by the different institutes and this includes yoga for kids, yoga for pregnant women and many such classes. In all, yoga can be practiced by people of all age groups and helps them to enjoy a better lifestyle. A lot of exercises and activities in this day and age are too strenuous for kids or kids under a certain age. But with Yoga anyone, it doesn't matter the age, size, or sex, can do it. In fact, it is one of the most beneficial exercise activities for people of all ages to involve themselves in. Not only can it make your body healthier, but it has also been proven to reduce stress and other health related ailments.

With the Physical Benefits of kids yoga People can possess the flexibility of the body that can further be enhanced by Yoga practice if proper coaching is provided, which is possible for kids absolutely because young bodies and minds are prone to learning new things easily and quickly. With the help of Yoga, they can become more coordinated and flexible.

 

Practicing yoga at an early age would allow the kids classis to learn the complex asana more easily. It would help them to be more active, and help them fight all kinds of disease. Yoga can also help fight diseases like common cold and helps in detoxification of your body. Thus it is a good idea to enroll your child in yoga classes and encourage him to practice it daily. Pregnant women also join yoga classes and find it to be very useful. It helps them to ensure that their baby is healthy and they don't have to deal with any illness. Thus yoga is beneficial for everyone and joining the classes can ensure that you enjoy a healthy life.

Reduce Stress by doing yoga; Now days, most kids are under great stress. Endless homework, tough competition, student relationship and the pressure from peers, etc. They have to learn to deal with various problems. Fortunately, with Yoga, kids can learn ways to relax and get control of stress in their lives.

If you are uncomfortable in joining a group class then you can also join personal classes. For this you can contact a good yoga instructor who provides with personal classes and enjoy the benefits of yoga.
For more information about kids yoga please visit this site: http://www.yoganic.com.au

Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training

Teacher Training

birthlight Perinatal Yoga Diploma Part 1- (4 days)

Perinatal Yoga designates yoga applied to pregnancy, birth and the early postnatal period. The birthlight Perinatal Yoga course offers a distilled teaching of the adaptations of classic yoga to pre and postnatal

yoga that Francoise Freedman has developed over twenty years. The course blends western knowledge of anatomy and physiology with an understanding of traditional yoga techniques and Ayurvedic teaching. It has been developed after 10 years of teaching and training at the Biomedical Trust in London and also includes many aspects of Yoga Therapy.

This is the first time Francoise has ever offered this unique training in Australia. The classes will be limited to 15 so don't miss out on spending time with such an inspiring, intelligent and talented Yoga Teacher, Author and Medical Anthropologist.

Course Content:

- Anatomy and physiology of pregnancy and childbirth.

- Maintaining the alignment of the spine through pregnancy and after birth.

- Using the pelvic ligaments and muscles

- Deep breathing and the pelvic muscles

- Yoga and the psychosomatic dimensions of pregnancy

- Yogic breathing in pregnancy and childbirth

- The application of yoga in the preparation for labour and birth

- Techniques for teaching relaxation

- Helping women make their own choices during pregnancy and birth

- Yoga after birth - muscle toning, posture and emotional well-being

- Balancing possible pathologies with the normal.

To read more about the birthlight Perinatal Yoga program, please click here

Dates: Friday 11th- Monday 14th March 2011

Times: TBC. Likely to be 9.30- 5.30pm.

Where: Yoganic

Investment:

Early Bird (Before December 31): $800

Regular Rate (After December 31):$920

If you would like to take part in BOTH the Baby Yoga Diploma Part 1 and the Perinatal Yoga Diploma Part 1 there is a further discount:

For more info on the birthlight Baby Yoga Diploma Part 1 course at Yoganic, click here.   

Early Bird for both (Before Dec 31): $1390

Regular Rate for Both (After Dec 31): $1600

Credit card is available as well as a payment plan. Please enquire for more info.

Course Prerequisites:

This course is designed for the training of yoga teachers who hold a recognised teaching yoga qualification. It is particularly recommended to teachers who are motivated to develop a specialisation in yoga with pregnant women and new mothers.

Course Tutor

Francoise Barbira Freedman, the Founder of birthlight and the author of 12 books including: 'Baby Yoga', 'Yoga for mother and baby', 'Postnatal Yoga', 'Prenatal Yoga', 'Yoga for Conception, Pregnancy & Birth', 'Yoga for New Mothers', 'Yoga for Pregnancy, Birth & Beyond', 'Water Babies' & 'Aqua Yoga for Pregnancy'. As well as the producer of DVDs such as: 'Baby Yoga', 'Baby Yoga for Toddlers', 'Water Babies' & 'Yoga with Babies'.

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Prenatal Pilates

With the use of small apparatus and your own body weight you will improve your strength, flexibility and endurance throughout your pregnancy. By strengthening the lower back muscles, posture is improved, helping to minimise lower back pain.

Improved circulation leads to more energy and can lessen hemorrhoids, varicose veins, swelling of the hands and feet and cramps. Strengthening the pelvic floor will keep your pelvic floor in tip top shape preventing problems post-baby.

Join Heidi Mondays 9.30am and Jaz Wednesdays 6.30pm and Sundays 9.15am. To find out more about our Teachers, click here

Pregnancy is a period when a woman must keep her body health. If you are pregnant, you should pay attention to your health. In this case, you can do exercises. Prenatal Pilates is one of exercises that you can choose when you are about to do routine exercise. You will, find that this workout will be great option of workout that you can do after your baby is born. But, there are some things you should pay attention.

When you are about to do a certain workout including Pilates, you should do the warming up firstly. You can do it by stand upon your feet with shoulder-width apart. And then do gentle movements like alternating raising your legs and your arms. Make sure that you maintain proper breathing during the warm up and the Pilates exercise that you do. By doing the warm up, you will be able to do the exercise safely.

During the first trimester, your body is not change drastically yet. This means that you can do Pilates movements. But, you have to be always careful in doing every movement in Pilates. You can practice Pilates in every other day in 20 to 30 minutes Also, you have to make sure that you drink plenty of water after your exercise session. Therefore, you will be away from dehydration that is not good for your body.

When your pregnancy turns to second trimester, make sure that you do not lay flat on your back. This position is not safe for your baby's growth. This is because this position can reduce blood flow to the area to the key areas of your body. You can modify your workout during this time and make sure that you do not jump or lift your legs over your head. In addition, you will find that Pilates will give you the benefit of adjusting your changing body shape.

Furthermore, there are many Pilates movements that you can do during your pregnancy. But, you have to consult it with your doctor before starting your workout. This is done in order to do safe workout so that you can take the benefits from the workout that you do. [Read More]

Pregnancy Classes

Yoganic specialises in classes for pregnant women. We offer more prenatal classes than any other studio in Sydney with 8 classes throughout the week including morning, lunchtime, evening and weekend classes.

Yoga and Pilates are the best forms of exercise during pregnancy. They're both a gentle and safe means of keeping strong, toned and supple without strain, of keeping aches and pains at bay and energy flowing, of relaxing the mind and body, and preparing physically and mentally for the demands of labour, birth and motherhood.

Visit Yoganic and meet other mums-to-be and indulge in the benefits of prenatal yoga and pilates. It is our intention to make you feel nutrued, calm, comfortable and confident with every class. Our prenatal classes are for women throughout all stages of pregnancy. Each birth is unique and we strive to give special attention to each new mum, whether she is having her first baby or she is a mum already. No previous yoga experience is necessary. Our teachers will offer safe modifications so that you can honour your changing physical body and energy levels.

Prenatal Yoga

By adapting classic yoga postures, breathing, meditation, relaxation techniques and discussion you will develop confidence and nurture your innate wisdom to connect with your unborn baby, to rest, relax and re-energise. Yoga will help you to improve
circulation, ease digestion, strengthen your uterus and pelvic muscles, and simply make you more at ease throughout your pregnancy. We take plenty of time to share and address common challenges we face over the prenatal journey including exhaustion, nausea, constipation, varicose veins, swelling, and back pain. Each class ends with a period of deep relaxation and a cup of organic tea and a chat.

Join Melissa Tuesdays & Thursdays at 6.30pm and Saturdays at 9am.

NEW Wednesday & Friday 12.30pm.

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