Yoga is not a religion...

It’s a technique of physical movements leading to improved health. Yoga isn't some new age hippie bullshit either. I have always been a septic about yoga. Things I thought about Yoga before I truly tried it.

Yoga Myths I believed

• The Myth - I have always been as stiff as cement, so I can’t do yoga.
      The Truth - Unless you are ballet dancer or gymnast, it’s very normal if you feel tight, so don’t worry if touching your toes seems impossible. The good news is that with regular practice, yoga is extremely effective at improving flexibility.
•  The Myth - I already work out at the gym, I don’t need to do yoga too.
      The Truth – Although many forms of exercise provide a wonderful physical workout, only yoga can also claim to be a therapeutic system that helps heal injuries, improve chronic illness, and balance mental stress.
•  The Myth – Yoga is just for girls.
      The Truth – While it’s true that certain things (like pink lip gloss) are just for girls, yoga is not one of them.  Historically, some of the greatest yoga teachers for over 2000 years have been men. 
• The Myth - I tried a yoga class once, but it’s too slow and boring.
      The Truth – Some styles of yoga, such as Gentle are indeed slow paced, but Flow or Vinyasa classes offer a faster, dynamic pace and endless exciting challenges.
• The Myth – I'm afraid that taking yoga will force me to adopt a religion.
      The Truth – Yoga is not a religion, it’s a technique of physical movements leading to improved health.  If yoga has a belief system, it’s simply to become more connected to your body.
• The Myth – I can’t do yoga – I like to go out with my friends for a couple of glasses of wine.
      The Truth – Relax, you can still enjoy a glass or 2 (or even 3) of wine and be a yogi. Over time you may find yourself naturally leaning towards a healthier lifestyle, but there is no requirement to change.

  

There is more than just being Sexy or  Buff. Yoga truly helps you be overall healthy in more than one way.

1. Weight Loss - Exactly what we are all trying to do, with little success.
2. More Energy - Personally as a Mom, I know I have my days where nothing is going to get done since I don't even have the energy to want to get up outta bed. But forcing myself to do my AM: Awaken Your Body & Mind routine, 10 mins.(By yogaworks) It refreshes me & wakens me, to have the energy I need to get what needs to be done.
3. Happier Mood / Balanced Mood - I for one love being in a better mood. I have Thyroid disease, which messes with my emotions / moods. You can read more about it in my About Me.
4. Improved Sleep - Personally as  Mom, I am exhausted at the end of my day but I am unable to fall to sleep. Since I'm running through my lists of things I need to do....ect. Doing the PM: Relax & Unwind routine does wonders. Only takes 10 mins. , I'm all for taking 10 mins before bed to be able to sleep all night & wake feeling awesome.
5. Focus / Calmer Mind - This helps a lot when I have a lot going on & I'm pretty much running around like a chicken with its head cut off. 
6. Enhanced Athletic Ability / Decreased Back pain - I had gotten in a bad car wreck my freshmen year of High School. We were going about 45 mph on a curved road. And rolled the car 5 times. Taking out a sign in the process. I ended up with 12 staples in my head & a 20 pound weight shift in my back. I went to a chiropractor for 3 years & did physical therapy. Nothing helped. Until now!

I hope this helps you have a more open mind about yoga & all it's awesome benefits.