7 YOGA MYTHS DEBUNKED
Yoga is pretty popular, but there are many misconceptions.
Check out these myths to see if you have your yoga facts down, dog!
Yoga is more than that! It also incorporates mindfulness and breathing techniques.
Yoga is just stretching and poses.
That's just like, your opinion, man. For more challenging yoga, try Bikram (hot), Power, or Aerial yoga classes!
Yoga is boring.
Anyone can incorporate Asanas (poses) regardless of flexibility. Start simple, focus on balance, and modify as needed.
You need to be flexible to do yoga.
If you think that, you've never truly experienced yoga! Yoga can get your heart rate up while you strengthen and lengthen your muscles.
Yoga is not a real workout.
There are over 100 different forms of yoga! The 8 most common are:
All yoga classes are the same.
Hatha (basic)
Bikram (hot)
Ashtanga
Vinyasa
Power
Iyengar
Restorative
Prenatal
This one is just false! Yoga is for anyone - young, old, and any gender.
Yoga is for young people - and women.
Yoga does have Hindu roots, but is not a religion. People from all religions can practice yoga and self-reflection.
Yoga is a religion.
With those myths cleared up, give yoga a try for some awesome benefits: -increased energy -better sleep -improved balance -better quality of life -increased mindfulness
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