Yoga is an excellent activity for expectant mothers. It can keep you focused and flexible during pregnancy and prepare you for the rigors of both childbirth and motherhood. Yoga can be easily adapted as your pregnancy develops and your belly grows. In spite of its pliable nature, there are still some necessary precautions to take while practicing prenatal yoga. Here are some.
Practice Partner Yoga at Home
Practicing partner yoga at home is a great way to bond. Partner yoga can be practiced by anyone, including romantic partners. When you practice partner yoga at home you can both enjoy a form of low-impact exercise together, and enjoy connecting on a physical and spiritual level. Partner yoga can be practiced once a week, or once day, depending on your schedules.
Do the Yoga Triangle Pose
The Triangle pose in yoga provides stretches the hamstring and back and expands your core for excellent breathing. You may use a foam block to assist you in this pose if you are less flexible, or you may deepen the stretch without it.
Benefit From Bikram Yoga
Yoga has been compared to an onion. As you develop a consistent practice, the layers of benefits slowly peel away and reveal themselves to you. Follow these steps to start peeling your onion with Bikram yoga.
Teach Yoga to Seniors
As seniors age, bones and muscles deteriorate overtime, reducing flexibility and range of motion of joints. Incorporating a safe yoga program is beneficial to increase bone density, range of motion in joints and muscular flexibility and balance. Yoga is effective for seniors with disabilities or replaced joints. Instructors should be knowledgeable in using yoga props and feel comfortable working with this population. Teaching yoga to seniors require patience and understanding of the needs and wants of the class.