By Samantha Marie
WHAT? The word yoga means to yoke or unify and through regular practice, a dedicated practitioner begins to experience the benefits of a unified state of consciousness, peace of mind and health and well-being.
Yoga is an ancient tradition rooted in India that uses a special type of physical movement and breathing exercises as an entry to a healthy, strong and flexible body, a balanced lifestyle, an open heart and a clear, calm mind.
WHY? By synchronizing the breath, body and mind, a dedicated practitioner begins to experience deep and lasting transformation. Whether you are interested in physical fitness, healing chronic injuries, or experiencing inner peace, yoga has something to offer you.
BUT….
AM I TOO OLD TO PRACTICE YOGA?
No one is too old to practice yoga. Pattabhi Jois, the living master of Ashtanga Yoga is 90 years old. There have been people who practice yoga and start at all ages and process of varying degrees of proficiency. The key to practicing yoga is not age, but rather an open mind and heart.
I’M NOT FLEXIBLE, CAN I STILL DO YOGA?
The Miami Life Center, welcomes all type of bodies. Yoga is a physical exercise that will help increase your flexibility over time. You do not need to be flexible when you start yoga, however, over time you will see your range of flexibility increase. Over time, the regular and consistent practice of yoga will instill a balance between both strength and flexibility.
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The boutique offers the best yoga-wear available, including Zobha, Be Present, Rogiani (an italian designer based in L.A. with gorgeous yoga wear), Shakti Activewear, Prana, Thai Fisherman’s Pants handmade in India and I LoveYoga.
You will also discover the new eco-concious yoga mats by Jade Yoga/Harmony, the full range of Manduka mats, Yogitoes/Skidless mats, and more along with their extensive bookstore.
(At Miami Life Center you will find the perfect yoga class for your level, choose from Intro to Yoga Courses ideal for Beginners, Guided Ashtanga, Mysore Style Ashtanga, Restorative, Gentle Therapeutics and Jivamukti.)
visit www.miamilifecenter.com