Yoga is about relaxing and allowing your stress to melt away. The feelings of relaxation and rejuvenation from a gentle routine connects one to their body. Beauty begins from the inside and then shows outside from the feelings of being centered. You should always begin with a gentle routine and keep certain guidelines in mind, such as: always practice on an empty stomach, wear comfortable clothing that allows movement and work out in bare feet. Using a sticky mat avoids slippage and having a towel or cushion and a strap nearby will aid in stretching. Practice at your own pace, this it not a competition.

There are several ways to develp your own simplified routine that are helpful for any age or size. If you are flexible you can add more stretches or techniques into your routine. For example, if you are not flexible, sitting with your legs crossed and keeping your right foot forward is simplied from putting your right foot on top of your legs. Some beginning poses are the Cat Stretch, Cobra Pose, Downward-Facing Dog Pose and Child’s Pose. Yoga can aid in chronic pain relief for people with arthiritis and aid in chronic fatigue syndrome patients.