Benefits of Yoga
Which classes are best for you?
Committing to a regular yoga practice will provide the following benefits:
Relaxation, rejuvenation, and restoration of the whole person |
Overall increased flexibility, range of motion, and fluidity in the body |
Increased strength and muscle tone |
Release of body toxins and impurities |
Increased balance and sense of center |
Increased breath awareness and breath capacity |
Massage and cleansing of internal organs |
Meditative benefits of a calmer, quieter mind |
Cardiovascular and circulatory stimulation |
Weight loss, and MUCH MORE |
All Green Lotus yoga classes offer the above benefits in varying degrees.
We strongly encourage you to incorporate several styles or levls for
optimal balance. Use the following guideline to determine which classes
might best meet your needs and goals (xx = extra emphasis):
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CLASS |
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Hatha |
Vinyasa 1 |
Vinyasa 2 |
Yin |
Power |
Gentle |
Edge |
Restorative |
GOAL |
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Meditative |
x |
x |
x |
xx |
x |
x |
x |
xx |
Flowing Movement |
|
x |
xx |
|
xxx |
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Weight Loss |
|
x |
xx |
|
xxx |
|
xxx |
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Sun Salutations |
|
x |
xx |
|
xxx |
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Strength-Building |
x |
x |
xx |
|
xxx |
|
xxx |
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Deep Relaxation |
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|
x |
|
x |
|
xx |
Long-held Poses |
x |
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|
xx |
|
x |
|
xx |
Cardiovascular |
x |
x |
xx |
|
xxx |
|
xx |
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Deep Breathing |
x |
x |
xx |
|
xxx |
x |
x |
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