Yoga in general Reviews

If you have read any of my previous reviews, you may be aware that I'm currently trying to shift the last of my baby weight. In my quest for the perfect body (never gonna happen), I've been hitting the gym and trying out a few exercise classes - the latest being Yoga. Having purchased a Yoga video years ago, I had a basic understanding ...  Read the complete review

I guess I should start with a warning: what follows is a piece about the basic philosophy of yoga so for those who have no interest in the more 'bookish' aspect of the discipline or in Eastern philosophy generally now might be a good time to turn around. At the very least it might spare you a headache! For anyone left ... ...  Read the complete review

Now I have to point out, I am writing this from a learners perspective, I am not a professional nor aiming to be, and I practice Yoga with others in various classes through out the week. I am not writing this to try to tell you the entire history of Yoga, I am simply trying to tell you about the benefits and experiences I have had and hope that ...  Read the complete review

When I was in Brighton last week, my friend suggested I go to Bikram Yoga with her, mentioning that you perform yoga in a heated room. I thought this was nothing particularly odd, it sounded rather pleasant.... As the day before the said yoga class progressed, I began to get slightly more concerend, at lunch time she said "right, ...  Read the complete review

What do you think of when you think of yoga? Some people may say ‘mumbo jumbo’, others may say ‘spiritual’ I too thought these things before I tried it. Yoga is very commonly mistaken for being for people who are religious, perhaps slightly nutty, and a lot of people may also think that they cannot be bothered to just lie ...  Read the complete review

This year I have suffered from problems relating to anxiety and stress. When talking to a friend of mine who had been depressed a couple of years ago she suggested I try yoga to relax myself (and stay toned). I was keen to look into it as I had a lot of spare time having lost my job and it could develop into an enjoyable ...  Read the complete review

I began doing yoga just casually a few years ago but it wasn't until recently that I started to take it seriously. It's great for reducing stress or if you just want to calm your mind and you can use the relaxation techniques for any stressful occasion. Most recently i've got into Astanga yoga which i've found the ...  Read the complete review

I have been practicing yoga for a while now and I find the benefits and results from doing so have been absolutely amazing. Not only do I get a cool name, such as a Yogini (a female who practices yoga) I am getting increasingly fit and flexible. So does that mean Yogi Bear also practice yoga? (As yogi means a male who practices yoga!) Hehe! ...  Read the complete review

Yoga is a great way to exercise, it originates from india and is an exercise for the mind body and the spirit. Yoga is believed to benefit all ages and can be practised at home or in a class group. You will be able to find a class at your local leasure centre or gym. Yoga helps to maintain harmony and peace in your self so it is very good ...  Read the complete review

Yoga’s primary function is to promote good health, physically and mentally; the practice increases strength by toning the muscles. It requires peaceful surroundings, especially if you are combining it with meditation. A great place to practice yoga is in the garden; it's a natural environment and provides fresh air to aid in ...  Read the complete review

As we all know they are many meditation and movement therapies e.g. Ti-chi, Chiropractic, osteopathy etc. The most popular and well known of them all is of course Yoga. Yoga’s holistic approach, encompassing stretching movements, mental relaxation and deep breathing, can help you deal very effectively with today’s stressful ...  Read the complete review

I first went to a yoga class when I joined up at Milton Leisure Club,Inverness several weeks ago. I chose to try out yoga because it seems so graceful,is favoured by many celebrities and I wanted something I could practise at home as well as in a class. Yoga is suitable for all age groups from the very young to very old,and is definetly ...  Read the complete review

This opinion might need a new category, as I am going to write specifically about the yoga centre I used to go to, rather than yoga in general. But I hope to cover lots of interesting things in my ramblings so read on, relax and enjoy! Triyoga is in Primrose Hill, North London, 10 minutes walk from Chalk Farm tube (Full address ...  Read the complete review

Geri Yoga. When I bought this video I was doubtful that it would make me feel better about my body. But time has shown and I have been proved wrong. I now do this video twice a week and enjoy it. Yoga helps you feel good about yourself, relax, and feel healthier. This video is fantastic for all ages and all levels of fitness. ...  Read the complete review

I started yoga about 3 years ago as I was having a lot of joint pain,especially in the one hip. I really didn't have very big expectations and the first class seemed like we barely did anything and was a bit boring. But by the time I got home I noticed the pain was gone! And I slept so well that night that I have been hooked ever ...  Read the complete review

I've tried to like it...I really have! I've read loads of other opinions from devotees who bestow this form of exercise with nothing but praise and adulation. I've tried three different types of class, I've persevered for three or four sessions of each, but I'm sorry, I HATE YOGA! I discovered the joys of exercise at ...  Read the complete review

Yeah, right and I bet he's into ballet as well (never been actually, although my prejudice of it may prevent me?). I've written this as a sort of catharsis as I'm the only man in my yoga class of around 25 ladies. This arrangement does have it's merits but, generally, I'd like to appeal to all males out there to consider giving ...  Read the complete review

Being honest, the only reason I started to do yoga is because everyone kept going on about how good it was. So I signed up for a yoga class and two weeks later......I was bored. It may be the area I live in but everyone in the class (apart from me and my friend) was 'age challenged', either retired with nothing better to do or ...  Read the complete review

In 1992, I began to suffer constant, agonising back pain. I had x-rays, physiotherapy and accupuncture, and after two years with no relief I was told by a very expensive consultant that I would never be free of pain. And then I discovered yoga. I'm not talking the very difficult Ashtanga type as favoured by Madonna here, but simple ...  Read the complete review

The first time that I practised yoga was about a year or so before it came into the media spotlight. Unfortunately the class was at 7am in the morning on a wednesday and due to my inability to face the cold mornings in the winter, I gave it up after a couple of months. Fast forward to about a year ago. Inspired by Geri Halliwells ...  Read the complete review