NotSoNewb82
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Yoga…
Does anyone here do yoga? Every time I see exercise recommended the word yoga is usually following it. I’m aware it is also a prelude to meditation but I’ve done like one session. How is it for you?
Wolfram Wolfram
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I'm thinking of trying yoga at home. Doing plates for the first time ever tomorrow in a class as I wanted to do something with my mum. Definitely gonna be the only guy there 😣
NotSoNewb82NotSoNewb82
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@Wolfram From the one session I did I can tell you it isn’t for pansies. I felt amazing after too.
BumblehumBumblehum
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You'd be surprised. There was a palates class to me locally, it was like palates and brunch where they had fresh fruit, little sandwiches and mimosas. I'd say at least 2 out of every 10 of all the people that were there were men! And even if you are the only guy, just keep going! Some women will see you there and invite their guy friends, boyfriends and husband's bc maybe the want to go to and don't want to be the only guy ethier!
Wolfram Wolfram
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@NotSoNewb82 Wdym by pansies? Is it harder than it looks?
Wolfram Wolfram
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@Bumblehum Sounds interesting. I just don't look like the typical guy who would 😅 going to use it as ERP. I think it'll be funny if it goes well or bad
NotSoNewb82NotSoNewb82
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@Wolfram It is challenging. I’m 41 tbf but still you are doing big stretches with extended holds. Some of the guys who do yoga here are physically animals. I mean like warriors.
Wolfram Wolfram
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@NotSoNewb82 OK then I'm definitely doing some at home. I have to stretch anyway so I'll start this tomorrow
NotSoNewb82NotSoNewb82
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@Wolfram Do you understand that it is designed to massage glands in your body to release endorphins and stuff? I’m reading a book on it. Once you’ve massaged them you are prepared for meditation.
BumblehumBumblehum
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@Wolfram Looks don't matter! You're going to do amazing and I'm sure you'll fit right in Just take your time and give yourself credit after each class. It can be a little intense at first but you will ease into it quickly.
Wolfram Wolfram
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@NotSoNewb82 Wait what? I've been looking at ways to increase endorphins via food. Only one option with that and it was green tea. Was thinking if I ever did want a caffeine boost decaf green tea would be safest and then have something to reduce anxiety along side of it. Decaf doesn't mean caffeine free. But if you're saying this does it, I think I'll do that instead. I've never been able to meditate either as I find it hard to sit still for so long
Wolfram Wolfram
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@Bumblehum Thank you. Genuinely feel encouraged 😊
ctmontctmont
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Yoga has been life-changing for me.
NotSoNewb82NotSoNewb82
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@ctmont I’m literally in Rishikesh rn but I’m broke. I can’t afford the yoga. They have all sorts of yoga ashrams, TTCs, aerial yoga etc.
ctmontctmont
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@NotSoNewb82 Bummer!
NotSoNewb82NotSoNewb82
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@ctmont Lol.
NicaNica
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I do it every once in a while for body meditation.
NotAnonymousNotAnonymous
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I did it more often when I was in dance but now not so much. TBH, I didnt see any good/ great benefits
NotSoNewb82NotSoNewb82
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@NotAnonymous What dance did you do?
NotAnonymousNotAnonymous
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@NotSoNewb82 Middle Eastern / Belly Dance
NotSoNewb82NotSoNewb82
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@NotAnonymous Wow! I love other cultures.
NotAnonymousNotAnonymous
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@NotSoNewb82 Dancers loved doing yoga. They would rave on and on so I joined in but never really liked it.
Wolfram Wolfram
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Pilates is no joke. Absolutely killed me
NotSoNewb82NotSoNewb82
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@Wolfram I told you. I don’t think people realise.
NotSoNewb82NotSoNewb82
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@Wolfram I can’t go around taking photos of bare chested men doing their exercises but if I could I’d show you the people here. They are animals man.
Wolfram Wolfram
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You don't need to I believe you. I had to stop early because I was going to pass out. I haven't had that since I did crossfit training 🤣 there were people in there 60d and 70s who outlasted me. Its mad
Wolfram Wolfram
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Pilates*
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