As winter starts to wind down, (hopefully) and the semester is in full swing, you may find yourself getting bored with your everyday routine. It’s time to mix up your week with yoga. Here are five reasons why:
1. It relieves stress
The stress of school, friends and every day life can be a lot and sometimes you just need a little break. Meditation is involved in most yoga classes and gives you the opportunity to do absolutely nothing for a few minutes. It is exhilarating to allow yourself to completely forget about your six group projects and three tests you should be studying for. You’ll be surprised at just how good you feel after a quick break.
2. It’s a lifelong hobby
Yoga benefits the mind and body and can be done pretty much anywhere. It also has many different types and levels so you won’t get bored.
3. It offers words of wisdom
Yoga is good for the mind and soul. This might sound cheesy, but I have learned some great life lessons in yoga class. Most of them are just little things that are so obvious that we tend to forget about them in our busy lives. For example, if you are anything like me, you’re constantly worrying about the next thing you have to do. Yoga emphasizes just being in the moment and it helps me to appreciate the little things that happen to me when I am not at yoga.
4. To change up your gym routine
Don’t let the relaxation factor fool you. Yoga involves a lot weight bearing activities that are great for toning your muscles. I’ve been to classes where I didn’t think I did anything strenuous and the next day, I woke up super sore. That’s my kind of workout!
5. The opportunity is only a few blocks away
There are at least three different yoga studios downtown. Whether you are a beginner or took a few classes three summers ago, there is bound to be a class right here in State College for you. One great place to try is Lila Yoga Studios, located right on Beaver Ave. downtown!
So go put those yoga pants to use ladies! Namaste.