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What To Expect From Your First Yoga Session? by trexova: 12:09pm On Jan 20, 2023
We've all experienced our first yoga class.

Are you worried? Don't be that way. Even the most self-assured among us were.

But first and foremost, congratulations on making it this far! Trying something new requires guts, and you should be pleased with yourself for venturing outside of your comfort zone.

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How to Dress
You don't have to be dressed in the most up-to-date, high-end yoga brands to blend in. When it comes to your clothing, just make sure it's comfortable, light, and breathable. This is especially critical if your lesson is taking place in a heated studio. Also, remember that yoga is done barefoot, so remove your shoes in the lobby!

What to Bring - Working Tools
The only thing you'll truly need is a mat. As you progress in your practice, your mat will become an extension of yourself. If you don't want to buy one straight immediately, there are rentals available.

You are also asked to bring a mat towel and a water bottle. Mat towels are not the same as shower towels. They are more absorbent and lighter. These are also available for rent.

Blocks, restraints, blankets, or therapeutic balls may also be used depending on the type of class you take. You are free to utilize these goods.

Yoga hack: In a hurry, a shower towel or even an additional layer of clothes can double as a mat towel to help your sweaty hands grasp the mat.

Pre-Yoga Snacks
The most essential takeaway here is to stay hydrated. A little snack and a glass of water will keep you from feeling faint while also allowing your body to keep up with the physical demands of your practice. However, avoid high-carbohydrate foods; your stomach will thank you.

Arrive Earlier
No, seriously. Arrive early for class. Yoga is all about escaping the craziness of everyday life and tuning out the noise and bustle, and instructors take this very seriously. The instructor is always the last person to enter the studio, so don't expect to arrive late for a session. It's not going to happen. Arriving early also allows you to choose your mat place with ease. 15 minutes should suffice.

What if I'm unable to perform a pose?
Don't do it. Yoga is a personal journey, and the studio is devoid of judgment. That's what's so cool about it. If a pose doesn't feel right, simply rest in a child's pose or downward dog. When you're ready to proceed, rejoin the rest of the class.

Namaste, Savasana, and other Yogi Lingo
Throughout your practice, you will most certainly hear words that you do not understand. However, you do not need to attend a Rosetta Stone course to translate them.

Savasana, or lying on your back on your mat with your eyes closed, is how you begin and conclude your practice.

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