Q1. Do I have to change my lifestyle to practice yoga?
Do I have to change my lifestyle to practice yoga?
One does wonder before starting yoga that if we need to change our
lifestyle to practice yoga. The answer is NO. Yoga is not a religion. It
doesn't require that you fast or abstain. You don't have to become a
vegetarian or change your eating patterns. Nor do you have to give up
drinking or smoking.
However, you might notice that your tastes change after you begin to
practice yoga. As you become healthier and in tune with your body, you
may feel differently about the impacts overeating, smoking and drinking
alcohol have on your body.
Q2. Does one have to be a vegetarian to practice Yoga?
Not necessarily. Yoga is a system of exercises focusing on posturing
and breathing techniques which improves your breathing and alignment of
the body and also helps in controlling your body and mind. The only
things that should be taken into consideration before you start
practicing yoga is your age and health. As far as diet is concerned, a
healthy diet is sufficient. Still it is adviced to follow vegetarian diet due to its spiritual benefits. It is advisable to consult your
doctor before you start practicing yoga especially if your age is above
40.
Q3. Is there a recommended diet to follow with yoga?
No, you don't have to follow any special diet. And no, you don't have to become a vegetarian to practice yoga.
One thing you may find though is that you will become more conscious
of your food choices. As you get more in tune with your body and what it
needs, you may find you're choosing more healthful foods.
Q4. Can I include yoga in my everyday activities?
Life is stressful; there is no getting around
that. In our hectic life, it's not always possible to take out the time
to practice yoga daily. Though there is nothing to replace a complete
yoga session, but we can include a little bit of yoga in our daily life
activities. For example, when stuck in a traffic jam, instead of fuming
over the delay, try to insert the occasional round of neutral posture
and abdominal breathing. You can alternate between shrugging your
shoulders, then relaxing them, from time to time, which can help stave
off neck and shoulder tension. Before going to sleep, you can practice
one or two lying yoga poses, which will soothe you and give a good
night's sleep. There are a whole lot of innovative ideas which you can
think up of and include in your daily activities.
Q5. How do I build a regular yoga practice?
Yoga practice improves flexibility, stamina,
strength and balance. In addition, yoga has been known to increase
concentration, reduce stress and provide clarity of mind. All this can
be accomplished only of we practice on a regular basis. Try to follow
these tips:
- Yoga begins and ends in the mind. Make a determination that you
are going to give yoga a fair try and you are going to practice, because
it is important to you.
- Try practicing yoga with some friends. So that if any day
when you are not motivated, the enthusiasm of your friend will carry you
along.
- To get the maximum benefits of yoga, you should practice it
everyday. So try to reserve some time for your yoga practice and
meditation.
- Fix a schedule of practicing yoga in the mornings or evenings and stick to it.
- You won't feel the benefits of yoga immediately. So don't
just give up. Continue to practice. It takes a while before the most
profound results of yoga are realized.
Q6. Can I practice yoga while I am traveling?
Definitely, you can practice some poses even on
the go. You can practice a few stretches like, rotate your head in large
circles, while you are on the long train ride, releasing your neck
muscles. Fall forward, placing your stomach on your thighs, or twist
from side to side while on the plane. You could also just close your
eyes and concentrate on your breathing, reflecting and centering your
mind.
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