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| Najara Djinn / connyx 2006-10-03, 4:29 pm |
| Hi boys and girls!
I'm pretty new to all kinds of Yoga and now I've a question which may sound
very stupid to you guys... well, it isn't really MY question but... well,
where shall I write it down if not in a yoga group..
To get to the point.......
"Is Yoga only for people who are thin, are keen on sports, movable,...?"
This question was asked by a friend of mine who thinks she's to fat (I call
it like she said it *rollingeyes*) - (160cm, 115kg) to do Hatha and/or
Kundalini
...please don't hit me for the question.. :-(
--
(Hudson on her role as Callisto)
Hudson: "Wouldn't you love it if you got to scream and yell and you got to
fight people and you got a sword and no one yelled at you?!
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| Hari Har Singh 2006-10-03, 4:29 pm |
| Najara Djinn / connyx schrieb:
> Hi boys and girls!
>
> I'm pretty new to all kinds of Yoga and now I've a question which may sound
> very stupid to you guys... well, it isn't really MY question but... well,
> where shall I write it down if not in a yoga group..
> To get to the point.......
>
> "Is Yoga only for people who are thin, are keen on sports, movable,...?"
>
> This question was asked by a friend of mine who thinks she's to fat (I call
> it like she said it *rollingeyes*) - (160cm, 115kg) to do Hatha and/or
> Kundalini
>
> ..please don't hit me for the question.. :-(
>
Hi Najara Djinn,
there is no stupid question only stupid answers.
Allthough you'll find on the titles of Yoga books like "fat
blasting/burning Yoga" adorable young supermodellike thin girls, this
does not display the reality of Yoga classes. In Yoga classes these
people are a minority - at least in classes that I teached! :-)
You'll find people of all kind of "body-sulptures", grades of
flexibility, age and gender in a normal beginner class.
It depends on the person you'll asking for if she likes to practice Yoga
or not. Of course it is easier to practice Yoga if you weight less and
are more flexible.
But if you weight less and are more flexible many things are easier!
Why did Kennedy put the tasks on the USA to send a man to the moon?
"Not because they are easy but because they are hard!" ;-)
Good luck!
Hari Har Singh
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| omjaroo 2006-10-03, 4:29 pm |
| Hi,
And welcome to alt.yoga :-)
> "Is Yoga only for people who are thin, are keen on sports, movable,...?"
Yoga is for people who want it. Not just for those who flaunt it.
>From infants to seniors of any build, condition or disposition.
You start from where you are and grow into better and better condition.
I have seen yoga techniques adopted for bed ridden patients.
All that is needed is willingness and patience.
Good luck!
Jared
o
^
Learn about "Now" at www.omjaroo.com
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| Richard Corfield 2006-10-03, 4:29 pm |
| On 2006-10-03, Najara Djinn / connyx <connyx@macdisk.de> wrote:
>
> "Is Yoga only for people who are thin, are keen on sports, movable,...?"
No. A good teacher or class would cater for people who are not thin or
can't do sports due to injury and are not very movable. It's rewarding
to see such people improve through the yoga.
Some classes round here cater especially for things like weight loss or
back problems. One school even has a device for getting people out of
a wheelchair onto the mat and back again.
> This question was asked by a friend of mine who thinks she's to fat (I call
> it like she said it *rollingeyes*) - (160cm, 115kg) to do Hatha and/or
> Kundalini
I found Kundalini hard work when I tried it, though I went straight in
at intermediate and I suppose it asks you to do what you can. It's not
competitive. If you can only do something for a few times at a fraction
of the speed of your neighbour who cares? Some Kundalini teachers will
ask that people work eyes closed which reduces the problem of feeling
ashamed or pushing yourself to do the same as others.
Hatha is more gentle but still good. Maybe less of a cardio workout
than Kundalini but can still get you warmed up. It gives strength and
flexibility.
Other styles include Asthanga, which on the workout scale may come
between Hatha and Kundalini. I'd be tempted to try it if I could find
a teacher on a day I'm free.
A recipie for fitness I was once told at a gym is resistance training,
cardio and flexibility.
Outside the purely physical, Yoga's philosophy should help with improved
confidence, seeing yourself as beautiful, helping you to deal with things
like diet in a good way.
At that weight/height ratio I'd suggest seeing a doctor first, certainly
before increasing cardiovascular activity. Body Mass Index is 45. It's
proportional to weight.
> ..please don't hit me for the question.. :-(
Why would we do that?
- Richard
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_/_/_/ _/_/_/ _/_/_/ Richard Corfield <Richard.Corfield@gmail.com>
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_/_/ _/ _/ Time is a one way street, .
_/ _/ _/_/ _/_/_/ except in the Twilight Zone 3^
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| Sevenhundred Elves 2006-10-08, 2:32 am |
| omjaroo wrote:
> Hi,
>
> And welcome to alt.yoga :-)
>
>
> Yoga is for people who want it. Not just for those who flaunt it.
>
>
> You start from where you are and grow into better and better condition.
>
> I have seen yoga techniques adopted for bed ridden patients.
>
> All that is needed is willingness and patience.
>
> Good luck!
>
> Jared
> o
> ^
>
> Learn about "Now" at www.omjaroo.com
>
It occurs to me that the question of being fat and doing yoga is a
frequently asked question. I trust you are still taking notes for the
FAQ, Omjaroo.
S.
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| omjaroo 2006-10-08, 2:32 am |
| > It occurs to me that the question of being fat and doing yoga is a
> frequently asked question. I trust you are still taking notes for the
> FAQ, Omjaroo.
>
> S.
700e,
You always make me smile. To me you are a delight :-) Thanks for the
head's up and the "oh so gentle" chiding. I appreciate it...
The spreadsheet has be updated:
Under questions: Can I practice yoga (hatha) if I am over-weight
Under categories: Requirements for practicing Yoga.
Jared
o
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Questions:
Are there different kinds of yoga?
Can I do yoga if I drink, smoke, sex and like rock n' roll?
Can I learn yoga from a book?
Can I learn yoga from a DVD
Do I need a teacher (guru)?
Do I need to fast?
Do I need to meditate to do yoga?
How do I fast?
How do I find a teacher?
How do I meditate
Is Pranayama dangerous?
Is yoga expensive?
What are the benefits of practicing yoga?
What are the best books on yoga?
What are the best DVD's for learning yoga?
What is fasting?
What is hatha yoga?
What is jnana yoga?
What is karma yoga?
What is meditation?
What is power yoga?
What is pranayama?
What is raja yoga?
What is tantra yoga?
What is the definition of yoga?
What is yama/niyama?
What is yoga?
What is a guru?
Why meditate?
Is meditation a necessary facet of yoga?
What is the difference between meditation and contemplative prayer?
Is it necessary to believe in Karma?
Is is necessary to believe in reincarnation?
How do I decide which yogic discipline is right for me?
Is it ok to practice different yogic disciplines at the same time?
What is the difference between faith and insight?
What is non-dualism?
What is dualism?
What is modified dualism/modified non-dualism?
What is "enlightenment"?
What is "insight"?
What is "renunciation"?
Why do they use all of those Sanskrit words instead of saying it in my
own language?
What is the difference between "self" and "Self"?
What is atman/atma?
What is the difference between "atman" and "Atman"?
What's so great about saying "I don't know"?
Must I be celibate?
What is celibacy?
Sense I have started yoga I am bored when I'm not doing it, why?
What is the connection between Yoga an emotions?
What is the relationship between Yoga and the cure for Physical Pains?
Is Yoga the answer to Stress, panic atacks, anxiety?
How long does it usually take to see results?
What are the contraindications of Yoga?
Who is the oldest person to have practiced Asanas?
Is there an age where you just have to "quit"?
What is the physical-chemical reaction in the body to Asanas?
Can Yoga help me find God?
Can I practice Yoga (hatha) if I am overweight
Categories:
Posting & Participations Suggestions
Raja Yoga
Jnana Yoga
Karma Yoga
Bhakti Yoga
Tantra Yoga
Hatha Yoga
Learning Yoga
Yama / Niyama
History of Yoga
Meditation
Books
Online Yoga Resources
Yoga Diet
Yoga Lifestyle
Yoga & Sports
Yoga & Back Issues
Perennial Questions
Prana
Yoga & Disease
Yoga & Health
Yoga & Weight
Yoga & Pain
The chakras
Yoga Psychology
Yoga & Emotions
Dangers of Yoga
Yoga & The Occult
Yoga & Religion
Questions for Further Study
Yoga Definitions, Modern
Yoga Defintions, Classic
Reincarnation
The Law of Karma
Requirements to practice yoga
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| Sevenhundred Elves 2006-10-08, 4:29 pm |
| omjaroo wrote:
>
> Questions:
> Are there different kinds of yoga?
> Can I do yoga if I drink, smoke, sex and like rock n' roll?
> Can I learn yoga from a book?
> Can I learn yoga from a DVD
> Do I need a teacher (guru)?
> Do I need to fast?
> Do I need to meditate to do yoga?
> How do I fast?
> How do I find a teacher?
> How do I meditate
> Is Pranayama dangerous?
> Is yoga expensive?
> What are the benefits of practicing yoga?
> What are the best books on yoga?
> What are the best DVD's for learning yoga?
> What is fasting?
> What is hatha yoga?
> What is jnana yoga?
> What is karma yoga?
Here you could add "What is Laya yoga" and "What is Kriya yoga".
> What is meditation?
> What is power yoga?
> What is pranayama?
> What is raja yoga?
> What is tantra yoga?
> What is the definition of yoga?
> What is yama/niyama?
> What is yoga?
> What is a guru?
> Why meditate?
> Is meditation a necessary facet of yoga?
> What is the difference between meditation and contemplative prayer?
> Is it necessary to believe in Karma?
> Is is necessary to believe in reincarnation?
> How do I decide which yogic discipline is right for me?
> Is it ok to practice different yogic disciplines at the same time?
> What is the difference between faith and insight?
> What is non-dualism?
> What is dualism?
> What is modified dualism/modified non-dualism?
> What is "enlightenment"?
> What is "insight"?
> What is "renunciation"?
> Why do they use all of those Sanskrit words instead of saying it in my
> own language?
> What is the difference between "self" and "Self"?
> What is atman/atma?
> What is the difference between "atman" and "Atman"?
> What's so great about saying "I don't know"?
> Must I be celibate?
> What is celibacy?
> Sense I have started yoga I am bored when I'm not doing it, why?
> What is the connection between Yoga an emotions?
> What is the relationship between Yoga and the cure for Physical Pains?
> Is Yoga the answer to Stress, panic atacks, anxiety?
> How long does it usually take to see results?
> What are the contraindications of Yoga?
> Who is the oldest person to have practiced Asanas?
> Is there an age where you just have to "quit"?
> What is the physical-chemical reaction in the body to Asanas?
> Can Yoga help me find God?
> Can I practice Yoga (hatha) if I am overweight
>
> Categories:
> Posting & Participations Suggestions
> Raja Yoga
> Jnana Yoga
> Karma Yoga
> Bhakti Yoga
> Tantra Yoga
> Hatha Yoga
> Learning Yoga
> Yama / Niyama
> History of Yoga
> Meditation
> Books
> Online Yoga Resources
> Yoga Diet
> Yoga Lifestyle
> Yoga & Sports
> Yoga & Back Issues
> Perennial Questions
> Prana
> Yoga & Disease
> Yoga & Health
> Yoga & Weight
> Yoga & Pain
> The chakras
> Yoga Psychology
> Yoga & Emotions
> Dangers of Yoga
> Yoga & The Occult
> Yoga & Religion
> Questions for Further Study
> Yoga Definitions, Modern
> Yoga Defintions, Classic
> Reincarnation
> The Law of Karma
> Requirements to practice yoga
>
I think it's a lot of questions already. So what about answers? Each of
these subjects could fill an entire book. I hope the project won't turn
out to be too big.
S.
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| On 2006-10-08 12:24:32 -0700, Sevenhundred Elves
<sevenhundred@elves.invalid> said:
>
>
> I think it's a lot of questions already. So what about answers? Each of
> these subjects could fill an entire book. I hope the project won't turn
> out to be too big.
Some may be an entire book some are more simple:
> Can I practice yoga (hatha) if I am over-weight?
Yes.
--
~Stu
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| Sevenhundred Elves 2006-10-09, 8:27 am |
| Stu wrote:
> On 2006-10-08 12:24:32 -0700, Sevenhundred Elves
> <sevenhundred@elves.invalid> said:
>
>
> Some may be an entire book some are more simple:
>
>
> Yes.
LOL That must be the shortest possible answer!
S.
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| Lawson English 2006-10-09, 8:27 am |
| Sevenhundred Elves wrote:
> Stu wrote:
>
>
> LOL That must be the shortest possible answer!
No.
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| dick blister 2006-10-09, 9:33 pm |
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"Lawson English" <LawsonE@nowhere.none> wrote in message
news:9MpWg.8383$vC3.2855@dukeread02...
> Sevenhundred Elves wrote:
>
> No.
prit_teee sharp..........
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| Hari Har Singh 2006-10-10, 4:28 pm |
| Lawson English schrieb:
> Sevenhundred Elves wrote:
>
> No.
I wasn't fast enough but that would have been my answer too :-)
Looking at all these Questions and Topics...
What about a "YOGA-Wiki"?
Sat Nam - Hari Har Singh
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| howdydave 2006-10-11, 2:31 am |
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Lawson English wrote:
> Sevenhundred Elves wrote:
>
> No.
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