Frequently Asked Yoga Questions

So I continue to be asked yoga basic questions, figured it might be a clever idea to post some answers on the world wide web.. so here you have it *^_^* :

1.	What is Yoga?
	There are 8 versions of yoga: Yama :  Universal morality Niyama :  Personal observances Asanas :  Body postures Pranayama :  Breathing exercises, and control of prana Pratyahara :  Control of the senses Dharana :  Concentration and cultivating inner perceptual awareness Dhyana :  Devotion, Meditation on the Divine Samadhi :  Union with the Divine

2.	Do you have to be of a specific religion to do Yoga?
	This is the one question I get asked the most, and the answer is simple: NO! You do not have to have any specific relgious or spiritual requirements to practice yoga. Also it does not conflict with any religion or spiritual practice that you currently have.

3.	What do i bring to class? What do I wear?
	I have a loner mat that I can bring if you do not have one. Other than that items you will need would include a washcloth, and water (and mat if you already own one). And thats it! its that simple. As far as clothing goes, there is no such thing as a yoga uniform. Just wear whatever inspires you, whatever you feel comfortable in.

4.	Im not flexible, can I do Yoga?
	YES! Yoga is perfect for everyone, no matter your age, weigh, or current health, if you can move and breathe, you can do yoga!

5.	Why am I supposed to wait 2 or 3 hours after eating to do Yoga?
	In Yoga we twist from side to side, turn upside down, and bend forward and backward. If you have not fully digested your last meal, it will make you uncomfortable. If you are a person with a fast-acting digestive system  experiment with a light snack about 30 minutes to an hour before class.

6.	How often should I practice?
	Practice as often as you like. Unlike bootcamp, or weight training, long breaks are not needed. If you love working out, then practice as often as you like, you can practice up to twice a day everyday. For other with a busy schedule, even if you just have a single one-hour session in your whole week you will feel adn see the benefits of Yoga!