Yoga Moves For Big Folks

[KarenElaine 44]

I look at these yoga classes and shows and what not and can't understand how I'm supposed to try these positions being "obese". I'm not a swan I'm a whale.

[stacyjo615 2]

Try to look for classes or shows that have modified moves. The instructor at a local fitness center where I'm at does that. She is, of course, in excellent shape, but not everyone in the class is, so she always shows at least 2 or 3 different variations of some of the more complex poses for people who aren't as flexible. Don't give up on it though...yoga is my absolute favorite workout. I have come a really long way since I have started doing it and I can get my body into better positions than some of the smaller ladies in my class. I kind of look at it as an NSV Good luck!

[mrsto 2,925]

Another option is Chair Yoga. The positions are modified to be done while sitting in a chair, or using it for support. If you Google chair yoga, a lot of stuff will come up; You Tube videos, dvd's, etc.

[newmeva 34]

I have found a beginners yoga class at the y...people of all ages and sizes..I can tell a big difference since I began 2 months ago..I have really bad knees and have to modify some moves...try it..good luck...5 months post op!