Rules & Precautions Before Starting Yoga For Beginners

In essence, a yoga diet is a healthy one based in Ayurvedic principles and the consumption of sattvic foods like wholemeal grains, fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds, and legumes and teas. But importantly, ayurveda philosophy believes that every body is different and will thrive off slightly different foods. What’s more, one of the philosophical teachings of yoga – ahimsa – affects the diets of many yogis. This limb translates as non-harming and caused many yogis to adopt a vegetarian or vegan diet. Some would argue our food choices are inexplicably linked to our spiritual development, which is perhaps why so many yogis have chosen to go meat-free. In terms of actual yoga food groups and meals, like we said, please bear in mind that every ones constitution and digestion are different, so what is great for one person might not be suitable for another. We are only here to offer suggestions, for the best results you’ll have to experiment with your own diet before and afte...

We all love yoga . There’s always something new to discover about the practice or your own body; it’s a process that allows for constant learning, practice and rewards. We asked our yoga friends to share their top tips, advice, or the most valuable lessons they’ve learnt from the practice. Here’s what they said: CONSISTENCY IS KEY. This was by far the most popular response. If you want to feel the benefits of yoga and make progress, you’re in it for the long haul. Stay committed to your practice and remind yourself to keep at it - even 5 minutes spent on the mat is better than nothing at all. Consistency will always pay off, so remember that just as Rome wasn’t built in a day, your hand stand won’t appear overnight! It will take consistent effort and hard-work but it will all be worth it in the end. BE KIND TO YOURSELF. Both mentally and physically. It's all too easy to become frustrated with your practice, or to berate yourself based on unrealistic expectati...