Hi Shelley,
Here are my answers to your Yoga questionnaire. Thanks for asking!
--BL
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1. What does Yoga mean to you?
To me Yoga is the intersection of mind and body. Your mind and body work
together to breathe and stretch into the poses. It is very relaxing and also
energizing. It is time I take to connect with myself.
2. What impact has Yoga had on your life and how long have you been
in a Yoga class?
I did my first Yoga class in Santa Cruz, California in 1973, outdoors on a
hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean. I was sold right away. I have done Yoga
on and off since then. I stayed away from Yoga for 2 years when I seriously
injured my right shoulder and subsequently had shoulder injury and a year of
healing and rehabilitation. I've been back to Yoga for 3 months and feel so
much better for it.
3. In what ways does Yoga help you off the mat?
In my professional life as a technical writer, I spent long days sitting in
front of a computer screen. Yoga was a way for me to stretch my body in
different positions and to calm my mind from the stresses of the job. Now
that I'm retired and aging, Yoga helps me with strength, flexibility, and
balance. I feel it will help me to stay active and to minimize risk of
taking a severe fall. With Yoga, I notice that my core feels stronger and my
posture is better. My right shoulder now feels like part of my body again
after a serious injury and surgery.
4. What do you recommend for people who are brand new to Yoga?
Look for a teacher who can provide modifications that fit your situation
just starting out in Yoga. Use props to get into a position to feel the
proper stretch. Connect with yourself and listen to your body. Don't try to
copy other people in class who might be more advanced. Don't stretch or
twist to the point of pain. Try to be consistent in going to class. Relax
and enjoy the experience.
5. What Yoga tips can you share with people, as to what type of
class to take or what to look for in a Yoga teacher?
Look for a class and teacher that you enjoy. Yoga should be an enjoyable
experience, not something to endure. Since everyone is at a different level
in Yoga, and we each have unique injuries and limitations with our bodies,
it helps to have a teacher who can provide appropriate modifications to the
poses to get the most out of your time in class.
Here are my answers to your Yoga questionnaire. Thanks for asking!
--BL
_____________________________________________________________
1. What does Yoga mean to you?
To me Yoga is the intersection of mind and body. Your mind and body work
together to breathe and stretch into the poses. It is very relaxing and also
energizing. It is time I take to connect with myself.
2. What impact has Yoga had on your life and how long have you been
in a Yoga class?
I did my first Yoga class in Santa Cruz, California in 1973, outdoors on a
hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean. I was sold right away. I have done Yoga
on and off since then. I stayed away from Yoga for 2 years when I seriously
injured my right shoulder and subsequently had shoulder injury and a year of
healing and rehabilitation. I've been back to Yoga for 3 months and feel so
much better for it.
3. In what ways does Yoga help you off the mat?
In my professional life as a technical writer, I spent long days sitting in
front of a computer screen. Yoga was a way for me to stretch my body in
different positions and to calm my mind from the stresses of the job. Now
that I'm retired and aging, Yoga helps me with strength, flexibility, and
balance. I feel it will help me to stay active and to minimize risk of
taking a severe fall. With Yoga, I notice that my core feels stronger and my
posture is better. My right shoulder now feels like part of my body again
after a serious injury and surgery.
4. What do you recommend for people who are brand new to Yoga?
Look for a teacher who can provide modifications that fit your situation
just starting out in Yoga. Use props to get into a position to feel the
proper stretch. Connect with yourself and listen to your body. Don't try to
copy other people in class who might be more advanced. Don't stretch or
twist to the point of pain. Try to be consistent in going to class. Relax
and enjoy the experience.
5. What Yoga tips can you share with people, as to what type of
class to take or what to look for in a Yoga teacher?
Look for a class and teacher that you enjoy. Yoga should be an enjoyable
experience, not something to endure. Since everyone is at a different level
in Yoga, and we each have unique injuries and limitations with our bodies,
it helps to have a teacher who can provide appropriate modifications to the
poses to get the most out of your time in class.