{"id":56550,"date":"2011-09-29T08:56:58","date_gmt":"2011-09-29T13:56:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/?p=56550"},"modified":"2011-09-29T15:33:43","modified_gmt":"2011-09-29T20:33:43","slug":"common-yoga-misconceptions-clarified","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/09\/common-yoga-misconceptions-clarified\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Yoga Misconceptions Clarified"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>The following is a compilation of some of the most common misconceptions about yoga I come across, and my responses to them.<\/p>\n

\u201cI can\u2019t even touch my toes, how am I supposed to do yoga?\u201d<\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n

This is a very popular fear and misconception that keeps people from trying yoga for the first time. While flexibility is important to perform certain poses, no teacher expects a new student to be super limber. Flexibility comes with time and practice; it is not a requirement to walk in the door.
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\u201cYoga is too hard.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/strong>Some styles of yoga are very challenging, however other styles such as Hatha, Yin and Restorative Yoga are gentle, and offer a great starting point to build up strength and stamina for harder classes.
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\u201cJust sitting there and breathing is not my thing, I need something more active.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/strong>If you want a hard workout that challenges every single muscle group and more, seek an Ashtanga<\/a><\/strong>, Power Vinyasa or Bikram Yoga<\/a><\/strong> class. These classes are not for the timid and do require a moderate to high level of fitness to attend.<\/p>\n

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\u201cChanting makes me uncomfortable. It sounds weird.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/strong>Some classes will begin with an invocation or chant as a tribute to the style of yoga. They may last only a few seconds and have pleasant translations such as \u201cpeace for all\u201d or \u201cI bow to my inner teacher.\u201d Knowing what the chant means can clear away any negativity about it, plus it is optional to participate.
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\u201cI don\u2019t like to sweat.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/strong>Not all yoga is practiced in a heated room, however sometimes a little bit of heat is a welcomed component, as it can aid in flexibility. Sweating is also a mechanism that helps to detoxify the body, giving you an attractive glow.
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\u201cMy body doesn\u2019t look svelte and lithe like the people in the yoga ads.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

A regular yoga practice will assist in weight loss and increased muscle tone, but this isn\u2019t always the goal. There are classes for all kinds of needs, ages, shapes and sizes. Such classes include Yoga for Plus Sizes<\/a><\/strong>, Yoga for Seniors<\/a><\/strong>, Yoga for Inflexible Men<\/a><\/strong> and even Yoga for Babies<\/a><\/strong>.
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\u201cI do my cardio workout, go lift weights and then I stretch. I don\u2019t have time for yoga.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/strong>Yoga gives you a lot of bang for your buck. Not only do you improve your aerobic capacity and build muscle strength, you will also gain flexibility in the same amount of time.
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\u201cI am not a vegetarian and I like to drink beer. Yoga is just not my style.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/strong>Yoga practitioners are not flawless puritans. Most people do yoga to get in better shape, gain flexibility and learn how to relax. As a result of yoga, not as a requirement, we make lifestyle choices that serve rather than defeat us.<\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Most Popular Yoga Poses<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Yoga vs. Pilates: What is the Difference?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Laughter Yoga is About More Than Just Fun<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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