Probably one of the questions I get asked the most often, when it comes to yoga at least. It’s no secret that I practice yoga a lot ( #everydayiyoga ) and often I think the assumption is that I’m probably rich (ok, maybe just crazy) to be able to afford to go to the studio so often. But the truth is I’m not rich at all, crazy probably a little.
I’ve written a few times on how to find affordable ways to practice yoga but always within other posts – since it does come up that often I thought it would be best to make a really easy tip guide.
As for finding time to practice? I’d say listen to Tim Gunn and “make it work”, waking up extra early or turning the tv off extra early before bed are probably my favorite practice times – well other then practicing along side Harlow in the day time sun, that is awesome in so many other ways.
I personally think that no matter if you are just starting out or you practice at home often, making sure to fit in a studio practice even once a week or once a month at the very least is extremely important in building a strong and safe practice. Videos and apps are really great, but unless you are a yoga teacher yourself or have a really strong practice already there is only so many alignment cues and breathe work you can pick up by studying a screen. Not to mention the whole community aspect of yoga, and videos and apps often focus on asana and some pranayama which leaves out the other 6 limbs of yoga. Really the benefits that come from a regular studio practice are extensive, so even if it’s sparatic that you do go, you’ll reap the benefits. As as the other hand it’s equally as important to have a bit of a home practice – for someone who mostly practices in a studio, a home practices teaches so much. I mean it ain’t easy to focus on your practice when the tv and computer are right there and maybe kids are running around – lot’s of focus and discipline required!
Do you have any tips or ways to make yoga more affordable? Maybe a video or an app to add to this list?
Or check out these other posts if you are interested in talking about yoga clothes and gear, how to start doing yoga, or trying hot yoga for the first time. And a quick guide to all my posts about yoga.
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