How To Prepare For A Yoga Workout
This is a writing sample from Scripted writer Eric Wood
When you are looking to start yoga workouts for the first time, you need to prepare properly. If you don't, then it could lead to bad yoga practice or simply a failure to get all the benefits from the workout. But if you follow these simple steps, you can get the most out of your new yoga workout. Hydrate Yourself It's always a good idea to be properly hydrated before any yoga workout. Because yoga involves a lot of poses and the flow of movement, the opportunity to stop and rehydrate yourself never really comes along. If you are thirsty during your yoga session, then you'll probably find yourself itching for the workout to finish, or you cut it short so you can have a drink. Avoid this by ensuring you are hydrated before you start. Drink water and not caffeinated drinks like tea or coffee, because caffeine may have mild diuretic effects. Eat a Light Snack While it may not seem like it on the surface, yoga does require a lot of energy. This is why having a snack an hour or so before your workout can be very beneficial. Try to keep it light, though — the snack should be nutrient but easy to digest. For example, you could eat fruit, granola or even a peanut butter sandwich. Wear Comfortable Clothes Because yoga involves a lot of stretching and moving around, it can be difficult to work out while wearing tight or uncomfortable clothes. You need to wear clothing that gives your body freedom of movement. Make sure the fabric is breathable so that when you sweat you don't start to feel uncomfortable. Sweats and a loose T-shirt are good places to start until you find clothes that you think are ideal for yoga. Take Water With You While you often can't stop to rehydrate during a yoga workout, it's important you do so as soon as you conclude it. Just like any other form of exercise, yoga can drain you of energy and dehydrate you, so drink plenty of water after the workout.
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