Monday, August 4, 2008

What's Your Yoga Type: Identify Your Yoga Personality

You know you want to try a new yoga class, but what kind? There are so many to choose from these days, and although all are based on doing the same yoga poses, their approaches differ widely. Your personality, likes and dislikes, and even your physical abilities and needs can help you identify the right style for you, so you don’t get turned off by a class that doesn’t suit you.

Free Spirit
You like eclectic experiences, a little different each time.
Vinyasa

Gym Rat
You want your yoga class fast and sweaty, like a great workout.
Bikram/Hot
Power Yoga
Vinyasa

Gymnast
You bend like a pretzel.
Ashtanga
Forrest

Injured
You have an injury or condition that requires special attention.
Iyengar

Mellow
You want to do some stretching, take it slow.
Hatha
Integral

Meticulous
The more precise the instruction, the better.
Anusara
Iyengar

Self-motivated
Just teach me the moves and show me to the mat.
Ashtanga

Singer
Chanting is your thing.
Jivamukti
Kundalini

Spiritual Seeker
You like to move, but also hear uplifting teachings and get in touch with your spiritual side.
Anusara
Jivamukti
Kundalini

Traditionalist
If it wasn't founded an Indian guru, you want no part.
Ashtanga
Iyengar
Integral
Kundalini

Type A
You like to know what to expect and exactly how long it will take.
Ashtanga
Bikram

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