Have you decided to try yoga but don't know where to start?  This ancient teaching  can be done effortlessly; both to the body and mind  It includes many poses that are beneficial for you. With a suitable mat, flexible clothing that will allow you to transition between poses comfortably, and a good instructor, you are ready to start!

Yoga practices, which date back thousands of years, are among the most popular practices in the modern world today. Every day, countless people practice yoga at various points.  It tries to achieve balance between body and mind. Asanas inspired by nature strengthen the body while stretching and shaping it. It eliminates posture disorders. In addition, chronic joint problems,  or you can heal pain caused by fatigue and stress with regular practice. You can solve many problems more easily by relaxing your mind during practice.

There is no specific time or specific conditions to start yoga. Yoga practice includes physical and breathing exercises.  It's for almost everyone and can be done anytime. You can do it right now, right where you're sitting.

Why Yoga?

There are one or more reasons why people decide to start yoga. In order to list them, people may start these mystical exercises, which are thought to have originated in India, for the following reasons:

• Having a healthier body and a clearer mind
• Becoming more flexible and balanced
• Correct your posture
• Looking better

In fact, yoga offers more than what is listed above. What can regular practice bring to you?

• Your metabolism gets stronger and you can become more resistant to diseases.
• You gain not only flexibility and balance, but also strength.
• Practices can help relieve irregularities or pain in menstrual cycles.
• It reduces restlessness and stress and can eliminate insomnia problems.

Regular practice has many benefits that are not yet medically proven.

What Do You Need to Start Yoga?

You need to do sports like tennis, swimming, basketball with special equipment. In addition, you need a special sports area for each of them. There are also some  There are requirements. But if you think about the yogis of ancient times, they practiced these things without using anything in nature.  It was possible to do it. But nowadays, if you are not in those conditions in nature, a few pieces of accessories will make your journey more comfortable and fun.

Our relationship with nature is limited in city life. We may not always have the chance to practice on grass or sand. Yoga mats are useful products that have been invented for exactly this reason. Mats that prevent us from slipping on the ground while practicing at home or in private classes protect our joints. Therefore, it is recommended to have a good yoga mat when practicing indoors.

Which Mat Should You Use as a Beginner?

Yoga is an exercise practice that has more than one type and is done at different levels. You use different hand-foot positions in each of the poses called asana. Here are the details you should pay attention to when choosing the most suitable mat for you:

• Cushioning feature: The thickness of the yoga mat provides support between the body and the floor. There are yoga mats in thicknesses of 1mm, 2mm, 3mm, 4mm, 5mm or 6mm. At the beginner level, 5mm and above yoga mat models can be preferred.
• Non-slip featureYoga is a very subjective journey that is experienced differently in every body anatomy.The non-slip performance provided by each yoga mat is also different.  It is necessary to know your own body well, understand your needs correctly and do detailed research according to your tendency to slip.
• Surface structure: The surfaces of the Liforme yoga mat surface with microfiber surface structure and the Manduka eKO series mats made of 100% natural rubber material are different. The surface structures, which vary according to the material and design decisions, shape the contact of the mat with the hands and feet.
• What material is it made of?: Yoga mats are made of different materials. In addition to natural ecological mats such as rubber and cork, there are yoga mats made of plastic raw materials such as TPE and PVC. The properties of the material directly affect the major performance criteria of the yoga mat such as non-slip, durability and grip.
• Weight and dimensions: Yoga mats are produced in different thicknesses and sizes. Many yoga brands are developing their product ranges to meet every need. As the thickness of the mat increases, its weight increases in direct proportion. If you are going to do yoga at home and do not need to carry your mat constantly, weight will not be a problem. However, if you are going to do yoga in an outdoor area such as a yoga studio and carrying your mat is inevitable, an easy-to-carry yoga mat will be an important criterion.

Apart from these, some beginner models have guide lines. These lines are designed to help beginners. They guide you on where to place your hands and feet in poses. In this way, you can complete your sessions more comfortably. Guide lines are used not only at the beginner level but also at other levels. In fact, many instructors have Liforme yoga mats with these types of guide lines.

After purchasing a mat with the appropriate features, choose the sportswear you will wear during practice.  You should choose the clothes. If the tights you have  if they are not tight and flexible  You may have difficulty moving in asanas. For yoga sessions where you will change shape, light or medium support sports bras and postures are compatible.  yoga  You can choose tights models. Thus,  As you move between asanas, you can focus solely on your poses.

Getting Started with Yoga

After you have prepared your clothes and mat, you need to make a plan for yourself. There are many types of yoga that appeal to different needs and include different movements. The reason you decide to shape your body and mind with this philosophy determines what is right for you. Vinyasa, Iyengar, Kundalini, Ashtanga, Bikram, Hatha, Yin and Restorative yoga are among the main types. If you cannot decide which type is right for you, you can get support from an instructor.

There are many studios or gyms where you can do this ancient exercise method, which is becoming increasingly popular and is seen as a sport among Western societies. These places provide a chance to socialize while also working out live with a trainer. If you are  If you are someone who cannot do yoga and loses motivation quickly,  you can continue in the studio.

In addition, if you are someone who works hard and cannot spare time for outdoor exercise, you can consider your options at home. Many fitness apps now include a yoga section. You can download a good app and create a beginner-level program for yourself. You can follow yogis who teach on social media. You can watch and practice beginner classes on YouTube. The web is a great resource where you can find hundreds of different classes for all levels.

Your body  These miraculous practices will draw you in as you see what you can do and will increase your motivation.As you master the asanas, yoga becomes an indispensable part of your daily life. The important thing is not when you start, but that you start. This is profound and beneficial.  The whole of the practices connects your body and mind and relaxes you. It helps you find your missing balance. This balance is not only physical, but also the unique balance brought by the harmony between your mind and body. Now you can open your mat and start practicing and discover your own balance.