YOGA ADVICE

The primary aim of yoga is to restore the mind to simplicity and peace, to free it from confusion and distress. This sense of calm comes from the practice of asanas (postures) and pranayama (breathing). Unlike other forms of exercise which strain muscles and bones, yoga gently rejuvenates the body. By restoring the body, yoga frees the mind from the negative feelings caused by the fast pace of modern life. The practice of yoga fills up the reservoirs of hope and optimism within you.   .......................................     B.K.S. Iyengar

To gain maximum benefit from your yoga you should consider the following:

PERSONAL COMFORT

·        Yoga is best performed with empty bowels and bladder

·        It is advisable not to eat a heavy meal within 2 hours of the start of your class, or a light meal within one hour.

·        Wear loose comfortable clothing, and remove any dangling jewellery.

·        Please ensure all phones are switched off for the duration of the class.

·        Please bring a yoga mat, or a blanket to lie on. You may also find cushions and blocks useful.  An extra blanket may be useful for relaxation in the cold weather.

·        If you have a heavy period or a bad cold, head down and inverted postures may be uncomfortable; you will learn plenty of alternatives to use.

CORRECT APPROACH

•  Yoga is best performed with empty bowels and bladder

• Wear loose comfortable clothing, and remove any dangling jewellery.

• Please ensure all phones are switched off for the duration of the class.

• Please bring a yoga mat, or a blanket to lie on. You may also find cushions and blocks useful.  An

  extra blanket may be useful for relaxation in the cold weather

• If you have a heavy period or a bad cold,  head down and inverted postures may be   

  uncomfortable;     you will learn plenty of alternatives to use.

• It is advisable not to eat a heavy meal within two hours of the start of your class, or alight meal within

  one hour.

SAFETY

• NEVER use a blanket or wear socks during standing postures – they may slip.

• SOME POSTURES should not be performed if you have certain conditions or are pregnant. Please

• let me know by filling in the questionnaire and returning to me. Let me know if your conditions   

  change.  I am always available for any questions and advice.

• YOU know your own body best. If you feel some postures are not right for you, then don’t do them!

Karen Clarke

February 2004