If you haven’t already added Yoga to your workout routine, it’s time to give it a try. Not only is it a great way to add variety, but it’s such a wonderful way to incorporate mindfulness and stretching into your routine. And it can be more intense of a workout than you think. Keep reading for 5 simple ways to incorporate Yoga into your life, and see how it can change the way you workout.
1. Start with 10 minutes of Yoga Every Morning
Starting the day with just 10 minutes of Yoga can help set your intention for the day, allowing you to start off with a clear and positive mindset, and giving your body a healthy morning stretch. Earlier this year, I shared my healthy work from home routine, where I incorporated just 10 minutes of Yoga into my mornings. It was a game changer for me mentally, and it’s only 10 minutes. That is not that bad and makes getting up slightly earlier a breeze.
2. Amp it Up at YogaSix
Find a studio like YogaSix to amp up your traditional Yoga classes. I recently discovered this and it is such an amazing workout. There are multiple types of classes all in different levels of a heated room. My personal favorites are the Power Yoga and Sculpt & Flow, which mixes Yoga, cardio and weight training. Talk about a serious workout that leaves you feeling so good and super sweaty. YogaSix offers bulk classes at a discount so you can add it into your routine on your own schedule to mix things up.
3. Try Unique Yoga Experiences with Friends
There are so many unique Yoga experiences to try with your friends. Take Baby Goat Yoga for one. Practicing Yoga in a barn full of the cutest baby goats ever is not only a good reason to get moving in the morning, it’s also a fun and memorable experience to have with your friends.
Check out some other Yoga events in your community. There are usually some fun outdoor events at local breweries, parks or gardens.
4. Practice on Vacation
Most places these days offer free fitness classes as part of their amenities. The kids and I even caught an early morning Yoga class at our family vacation at the Great Wolf Lodge.
Always bring a pair of workout clothes on vacation and check with the property to see what their schedule is like when you arrive so you can plan it out during your stay.
5. Try a Class at Home
Right now the options for at-home workout videos are endless. There are so many great apps, both paid and free, with tons of videos and programs you can start from the comfort of your home. Some of my favorites are the Nike Training Club app (free) and the Alo Moves app ($18/month). And YouTube has so many options to choose from. Some of my favorite channels for Yoga are Yoga with Kassandra and Tone It Up.
I hope you find Yoga as exciting and beneficial as I have and can take advantage of these super simple ways to incorporate Yoga into your life.
