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Comment by Kimber on May 26, 2012 at 6:47am

"the moves are meant to harmonize your nervous system."

Wow, I didn't know that.  That makes it so much better & makes me kind excited to do it more, YEeeey!.  :o)

Comment by Alena on May 26, 2012 at 6:00am

YES, in this case I'd say learn the basics from youtube or dvds. there are a few basic poses thats best to know. and then you can go to the more dynamic classes. i like the every dynamic/"break a sweat" styles because the relaxation after a class is better for me. the moves are meant to harmonize your nervous system.

Comment by Kimber on May 26, 2012 at 5:56am

Thanks Alena,

So far, I have just used Youtube videos for yoga routines and I have only found one that I really like because it makes me feel so relaxed after but I also feel like a had a  little work out too.  The video does say it's Hatha yoga (for shoulders & neck it says in the video title).  I'm going to search for more Hatha videos for more of the work out routines and then hopefully when I'm more limber I can switch to Vinyasa.  I certainly need a boot camp since I'm trying to lose weight right now too.

Thanks again  :o)

Comment by Alena on May 26, 2012 at 5:13am

hey Kimber. if you prefer more dynamic things, that are closer to bootcamp -then go for power yoga, vinyasa yoga.

ashtanga is very dynamic, disciplined, structured yet fun. very spiritual.

hatha is a general therm for many styles but it can be a bit slower and easier for beginners depending on instructor.

bikram is the hot yoga so avoid in the beginning.

ienegar yoga is slow and holds every pose in a  particular alignment for a long time. more restorative and for healing from injuries. also it might get to feel boring if you are a dynamic person.

so basically there is a style for you. you just have to try a few teachers and styles and you will know if its for you or not pretty much after the first 2-3 times.

AINEGAR

Comment by Kimber on May 25, 2012 at 8:44pm

Hi Alena,

This is a beautiful pose.  I have heard the names of different types of yoga styles like Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Bikram.  I don't really know the difference between them.  What type would you recommend to a beginner who is not yet that flexible?

Thanks for any guidance you can give me.  Hope you have a beautiful day. 

Kimber :o)