Thoughts on yoga?

topdog82 · 2015-11-10T04:32:20+00:00

A lot of people below seem to imply its glorified stretching or overrated. I am trying to be kind here, but wtf? If you don't know what you are talking about stop talking. Yoga is an incredibly deep and potent activity. I am only beginning to understand its complexity after a year of practice. I figure I would touch on the big pro's: -recovery from strength training is ridiculously fast -better posture. Almost every lift went up, and all my joint pain and discomfort have nearly gone away -Similar effect that meditation daily has. It is not glorified stretching, something is special about it. I can't put my finger on it. But my mental health has improved quite a lot -Improved health and immunity

So those are the big ones. Yoga has effected me much more than lifting has. If I had to chose one I would choose yoga. It isn't going to get you "big", but it complements VERY nicely with lifting. I highly encourage you to try it. It has DEFINATELY made me a step closer to Chad TC and also helps with mental clarity like meditation

JeffsRP · 2015-11-10T00:24:59+00:00

good workout?

Good stretch. Good breathing.

help with meditation?

Depends on the person.

Thoughts?

Great talking point. Good for increased mobility. Feels good. Looks good naked.

throwawaycomedian95 · 2015-11-10T03:46:50+00:00

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bonerpotpie · 2015-11-10T01:51:12+00:00

It's awesome. Fantastic to incorporate with isometric exercise.

Invader_goose · 2015-11-10T03:25:33+00:00

Go for it! It will improve primarily your posture, flexibility and your state of mind tremendously. Just remember, yoga was created in India by MEN as a means to achieve enlightenment. In our western society it has been repackaged and catered primarily for women, which is why it is not very receptive among men. But make no mistake, if you take it seriously and are consistent, it will help in more areas of your life than you'd expect. Id suggest taking classes, especially if you are new to it as to not risk injuring yourself. One thing you'll find out is how little of your body you truly know and its areas of tightness, weakness and strengths, etc. best of luck my friend.

stickfiguresk · 2015-11-10T03:54:42+00:00

It's nice, but it's no replacement for strength training.

fit_to_fight · 2015-11-10T03:47:24+00:00

Glorified stretching, go lift weights

Electronic_Review450 · 2021-12-05T05:07:25+00:00

Smart people do yoga… only meatheads and dumb people are obsessed with lifting. Lifting twice a week is okay though

Title	Thoughts on yoga?
Author	Rdeasnuts
Upvotes	2
Comments	27
Date	November 9, 2015 11:44 PM UTC (10 years ago)
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