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The Classic Objections to Yoga

Last week we talked about whether or not being Christian makes yoga a questionable activity. Luckily, the answer was ‘no’ across the board. What about some other concerns that you may have about giving that yoga class a try? Here is my chance to debunk some of your possible objections. 1. “I’m not flexible.” I hear this one at least once a week. I understand that some of the poses may look intimidating. The crazy thing is that no one goes into other group fitness classes expecting to do what the instructor can do right away. Absolutely none of us … Continue reading →

The Yoga Path

I thought it would be helpful to outline some of the ways that yoga has changed the way I live my life. From time to time, I will be adding to the story of my path for anyone who is curious, or who is also choosing yoga for their main form of exercise. When I say “exercise,” I am including the mental and spiritual work that has become stronger as I start understanding how the mind and body work together a little more each day. My hope is that as a yoga instructor, I will inspire others to live a … Continue reading →

The Fitness Blog Week in Review – Dec 30 – Jan 5

Is it already the weekend? Hard to believe that we’ve made it all the way to the first weekend of the first month of the New Year and of course, since it’s Saturday, you know what that means – it’s our first Week in Review for 2007! This week, the Fitness Blog is also proud to introduce a new regular blogger who joins us with a great deal of experience. As a part-time yoga instructor, Clarissa Adkins is going to be a real delight for our readers here in the fitness blog as she brings us the wealth of her … Continue reading →

Does Yoga Conflict with Being a Christian?

The ancient mind and body exercise of yoga has become more and more popular each year as local gyms and studios fulfill the public’s desire to try it. Despite yoga’s seepage into mainstream fitness, many are hesitant to experience it for a variety of reasons. Most say that they are not flexible enough to do it and others simply prefer to stick with their routines. The other less discussed reason is that they wonder if it will interfere or conflict with their religious beliefs. The main thing to remember is that yoga is actually considered to be more of a … Continue reading →