Questions tagged [yoga]
Yoga is commonly known as a generic term for a physical, mental, and spiritual discipline
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How do you stick a free-standing handstand?
Ask me to do a headstand or nearly any other yoga arm balance, and I can do it, but I cannot for the life of me stick a handstand without the help of a wall or a spotter.
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What are the best benefits of yoga (versus cardio and weight training)?
I currently do cardio and weight training, but my friend is trying to get me to take yoga. The biggest benefit seems to be flexibility. Are there any other big benefits to yoga versus these other ...
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Yoga without the spiritualism
I am a big fan of yoga. I am looking to start practicing at least 3 times a week. My issue is I do not have time for a trainer as my job is time consuming. I have tried watching videos but I get ...
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Is it possible to move each toe individually?
I'm wondering if it is possible (probably with lot of training) to control each of my toe independently of the others.
Big toe and pinky: no problem, but the three middle ones: I can't.
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Why is my outer hip tight when doing some inner thigh stretches?
Bound angle pose (pictured below) is supposed to stretch the inner thigh muscles and groin, but I can't even get to the point of feeling anything in in those areas because something in my outer hips ...
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Can both Yoga and Bodybuilding be done on same day?
I would like to know is it worth doing both Yoga and Bodybuilding on the same day regularly?
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108 Surya Namaskar - What are they counting
I'm not sure if I should post here, or on Hinduism forum, as it is Yoga and Power workout.
I have been doing Surya Namaskar in the morning. I am comfortable at 30 rounds.
But according to tradition,...
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Significance of dead body pose in yoga
My yoga instructor always asks me to finish off my session with the dead body pose. I understand the need and benefits of a cooling off session but when I'm hard pressed for time I sometimes skip it. ...
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Can't do handstand presses
I'd like to be able to do handstand presses but can't. I can't even lift my feet off the ground or even get that close.
What muscle groups do I need to develop in order to be able to do this move?
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Alternative medicine advice on hydration from a yoga instructor
After yoga class yesterday, my instructor complained to me that I was burping too much in class. She saw a sparkling water bottle, which actually had tap water in it, and she assumed I was drinking ...
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Yoga for obese male
Is there a type of yoga that would be do able for an obese male with the limitations of obesity and gender (if there are) considered?
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What is this exercise/pose called?
Standing on one foot, other foot above the head, back arched, hands reach over the head, grasping the foot. So legs are in a 'splits' position.
I wanna look into how to progress into such a position, ...
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Is there an inverse relationship between range of motion and stability?
I have a fairly reputable yoga instructor with 16 years of experience in various fitness-related roles who claims that increasing range of motion through stretching actually reduces stability. The ...
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Cramping in the soles of my feet during certain stretches
I always used to be a very flexible person. In middle school, I could do full splits straddle and front-and-back on both sides. Even into high school and college, I continued to be able to do lotus ...
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How to lie down on your back properly during Yoga?
If you know about Yoga, then you know we have to lie on our back during Uttanpadasana (Raised Foot Pose). I do this comfortably. But I'm doubtful if I'm lying down properly or not. How I lie is in ...
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How do you (gently) strengthen the tops of the feet for poses like Urdhva Mukha Svanasana?
I've been doing yoga for several years now, and I still can't really tolerate the pressure or pain that comes with going to the tops of the feet in this pose, such that I stay on my toes instead.
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How often and how long should yoga be practiced for optimal health benefit?
Yoga is a very varied way of exercise -- e.g., doing Surya Namaskar many times will of course improve one's stamina; most of the yoga asanas will build both strength and flexibility; some will help to ...
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of using a thinner yoga mat?
I practice Bikram and have been using a 3 mm mat which is now well due for replacement.
I am wondering if it makes sense to aspire for an even thinner mat, i.e. if it is better for you to practice on ...
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How can someone new to Yoga improve on their workout?
Recently I have started Yoga, but I find myself unable to hold any position more than ten seconds. I was told to exaggerate my posture, but I simply could not. My flexibility is horrific and feel ...
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What is the name of the current position when you sit cross-legged on the floor and then extend one of your legs?
This position is called cross-legged :
What's the name of the position of the legs in these images?
Bending forward or to the side is not what I'm asking.
I found this name: "Janu Sirsasana,&...
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How far should one stretch when doing yoga?
What is the typical threshold for how far one should stretch in, say, doing a forward bend? There are different levels of discomfort—and I know one should not stretch to the point of pain, but when ...
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Daily Yoga routine
I wish to find some universal yoga complex for every day, for 30-45 min. to do it at home to make it a habit. I wached a lot of videos, read a lot, even loaded a mobile app. with different sessions ...
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Yoga for tight hip flexors
I do have tight hip flexors & so have hyperlordosis. I have been doing many standing yoga poses (like warrior - 1\2\3 half moon pose, triangle pose) for last 2-3 months, but progress is very slow. ...
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Head Stand with wall support really helps to perform balance?
Initially, it requires few days to perform ideal position and balance of head stand (yoga posture). So, I have been trying head stand with wall support as shown in following example picture,
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How should I train strength if I want to stay pain-free and have good mobility?
"My best powerlifting accomplishment in the 275-pound weight class was a 1,000-pound squat, 675-pound bench press, 700-pound deadlift, and a 2,375 total.
No, I wasn't strong at all! Sure, I could ...
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Which type of Yoga focuses more on flexibility?
I am currently doing the Strong Lifts program (pretty similar to Starting Strength). My hips and shoulders are giving me trouble when doing squats and the overhead press. I want to increase mobility/...
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Practical Yoga disipline
I am a 44 year old male that want to maintain and improve my flexibility.
I think it would be helpful with someone showing me the exercises so I have searched for courses in my area.
Have not found ...
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Is it okay to do workouts immediately after doing yoga?
Usually, I do yoga (pranayam and some asnas) around 1 hour and immediate after this I also do some set of workouts like leg raise, push ups, mountain climbers etc. Is that okay or should I have some ...
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How to do the Sphinx Pose for men
I just started practising yoga watching some videos from my home (because of the covid-19 situation).
I was wondering how other men approach the sphinx pose and/or similar yoga poses where you have ...
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Doing Yoga in Socks
Is doing yoga in regular socks okay? Are the yoga toe socks better, the same, or worse than doing yoga barefoot?
Just a little background: I am going to soon begin a yoga class at my local gym, but ...
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Is there a name for this type of yoga/balance movement?
This is kind of strange question, but I'm wondering if there's a specific name for the type of movement I'm describing (I'm not sure if it's a "real" yoga movement or what) - I have tried to search ...
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How does the founder exercise work?
I sometimes experience discomfort and pain in the lower back.
I deadlift a heavy set once a week.
This does not seem to be helping. And why should it? It makes my lower back able to stabilize against ...
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What are the principles for a correct headstand / sinsasana?
I have started including daily headstand in the morning (sinsasana).
It feels like the most relaxing posture I have ever experienced.
But, from time to time, (too often for my taste), I do feel ...
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How can I keep my shoulders and wrists from dislocating when doing yoga?
I'm double-jointed in a lot of places, one of which is my shoulders. Every time I raise my arms straight over my head my shoulders dislocate. It's not really painful, just uncomfortable. It also makes ...
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Can an inflexible person do yoga?
I've been attempting various beginner yoga sessions online during lockdown, including youtube videos and the Down Dog app. However, I find every single one of them involves "simple" ...
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Are there stretches/exercise/yoga movements for tight jaws/neck?
I have recently attempted to get going with my speed-walking routine but I get a lot of neck/jaw pain. I have bruxism and usually wake up with real tense jaws/neck (despite wearing nightguards and ...
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Any Yoga routine for Skinny Guys to Gain Muscles?
As I know Yoga can give us many benefits in many ways to our body. I am a skinny guy and I think yoga will also help me to gain muscles. But is there any regular Yoga routine for Skinny Guy Rules to ...
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Pilates- Taking time to learn form versus... actually doing it?
I bought this manual on the Pilates method and upon reading it, I was pretty surprised how wrong my form has been all along. This manual has enough detail for each exercise to effectively keep ...
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Adding Strength Training to Yoga
I'm 40, Male and have been doing hot yoga (Bikram) for a few months - go 4 times a week.
I guess my metabolism is slowing down and am having trouble keeping weight off and seem to be loosing muscle ...
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What is the difference between yoga and stretching?
Are yoga and stretching the same? If not, what are the differences? What are the advantages of each? Are there situations where yoga might be the best option, and are there situations where ...
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Recommended yoga positions to build to Bridge Pose?
What yoga positions are recommended to help a beginner build towards doing a full bridge pose/backbend (setu bandha sarvangasana)?
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Exercise and Yoga Asana after Eating
What are some exercises and/or yoga asana, that I can practice after eating to avoid sleepiness and to maintain my concentration and motivation toward work?
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Flexible: Stretch Hips and Rotate Internal
The following 2 Exercises will Rotate the Hips External. I am curious if anyone knows any stretches to Rotate the Hips Internal (opposite direction).
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Is it advisable to use a therapeutic stretch band as a yoga prop?
Is it recommended (or discouraged) to use a long therapeutic stretch band instead of a belt-style band for yoga poses? As an example, is innovation with the strap a bad idea, such as wrapping it ...
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Stretch to achieve a good position in an "earth touch"
I had really tight hamstrings. I have been stretching them for quite some time now and it improved remarkably.
When I look at this picture I notice the straight upper an lower back.
This is not a ...
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How to safely approach the lotus position for someone with tight hips?
I've got serious leg flexibility problems and have some lateral knee clicking and knee pain and tendonitis. Basically too much driving and cycling with no stretching i think.
If I try and get into ...
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making a 70 kg fit body with proper muscle toning
Myself 21 years old male. I used to weigh 76 kg (height - 174 cm which is still same) earlier 3 or 4 months ago.
As a matter of weight reduction and muscle toning(specially chest and abs)...I started ...
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Why are beginners told to relax their tense shoulders muscles in yoga?
In most yoga poses, we are reminded to relax our shoulder muscles.
I don't understand: why do we have tension then? It seems to be a natural inclination to make them active in these poses, so why is ...
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How do I prevent the scraping that occurs when I rotate my leg about my hip? [closed]
I recently started taking parkour lessons and after a full day of vaulting and jumping around, the area around my hip flexor (or possible the hip flexor itself, I'm not a doctor) hurts. For some ...
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Dealing with yogic philosophies and weight loss with yoga
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I used to weight train in the gym and looked close to shredded years back. I also meditated for a couple of months a couple of years back. I started reading things on Instagram and started ...
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