Yoga

[algunz]

I do my thing every night, but I'm looking for exercises that are specific for the neck and shoulders. Any helpers?

[disgustipated]

blowjobs.

[DeltaSigChi4]

Good mornings.

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[algunz]

Blowjobs don't do much good as a female, but good mornings are always welcome.

But . . . I asked about yoga.

[Courtney]

Hi Al. Get thee to a yoga class. It's difficult to do yoga poses correctly for the first time by yourself. But also I would try these. Plz forgive half naked guys and cheesy music.

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[algunz]

Thanks Courtney. I do a lot of bike riding and spinning, so my neck and shoulders are always really tight. Of course I'm also a junior high school teacher, so that doesn't help either.

[menikmati]

my back is always killing me

[algunz]

From the yoga, the blow jobs, or the good mornings?.

[menikmati]

I think the lack of proper stretching/exercise for it.

[algunz]

I hear ya, I gotta stretch better before the blow jobs too. My jaw is killing me.

[algunz]

But in all seriousness. If you're back is tight the twisting stretches are awesome. Lay on your back, fold your knees together and to one side. Turn your head the opposite direction of your knees and with your arms extended to either side try to have both shoulders flat on the ground. I hope that makes sense.

[menikmati]

I know what ya mean, we use to do those exercises in PE in school. They feel really good actually. I need to quit being so lazy and do more of them.

[thefunkylama]

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[CuervoPH]

Every time I see an Alma post, I hope the subject has turned to baked goods. However, I am fine with current discussion also. Go yoga on with your bad self.

[algunz]

I totally farted in class this evening.

[marooko]

hahahahahahahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa.

[gaypalmsprings]

http://www.woodka.com/wp-content/stuff/yogacat.jpg

[gaypalmsprings]

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[BROKENDOLL]

GayPalm, you may have just opened a door to Yoga for many of the guys on this board.

[chairmenmeow47]

I totally farted in class this evening.

my roommate does yoga, and she was so happy the first time she was able to hear someone do this, lol.

she does bikram though. i tried it a few times, but i am in no way, shape or form that hardcore. i had to run out of the building to puke. that is just too much for me.

i do stretches and stuff in my room, but i wish i could take a non 110 degree yoga class.

[whynotsmile99]

my roommate does yoga, and she was so happy the first time she was able to hear someone do this, lol.

she does bikram though. i tried it a few times, but i am in no way, shape or form that hardcore. i had to run out of the building to puke. that is just too much for me.

i do stretches and stuff in my room, but i wish i could take a non 110 degree yoga class.

bikram totally DESTROYS you. I did it for a few months. I want to start it up again, but its a bit expensive right now. When you get used to it a bit, the heat really does help you with the stretches and you must lose a few pounds of water weight each time you do it. It's really rough when you do it, but the day after you feel like a million bucks.

I know Bikram personally, he's a damn interesting character for sure. If you live in LA, tell your roommate to go to a Bikram personally led class. Bunch of celebs are always crawling out of there. I think his main studio is in Beverly Hills. He keeps it by far the hottest of all Bikram studios i've been in, and usually keeps class in there 30 minutes or so longer than other classes. He works ya.

Bikram welcomes the yoga farts as well. That one exercise where you pull your legs into your chest is all about releasing

[algunz]

I tried Bikram a couple of times and it was just too difficult. It was hard to breath and I just couldn't get a good grip. My hands and feet were sliding all over the place.

Release . . . boy did I ever. It was so loud and obvious and just plain beautiful. Makes me giggle now.

[RotationSlimWang]

I was amazed to find out how much yoga helped my chronic back problems. Just three exercises before bed and in the morning and almost all my pain and tenseness are gone. Sadly I seem to never feel up to spending five minutes stretching. Probably a silly decision.

[algunz]

5 minutes is so minimal. You're right it's not easy to start the pattern, but once the habit is established 20 minutes a night is a piece of cake.

[RotationSlimWang]

I've started it before, I just always end up being really awake until I'm really tired and then I don't want to do anything but sleep. Then when I wake up I'm always behind schedule. But five minutes is fine for three-four exercises, imo.

[algunz]

If you just put in a little more, it will feel that much better. ; )

[RotationSlimWang]

I don't really know any other stretches that hit my back the right way. Had a big book of them at one point, went through them all, use the ones that actually hit where I have issues. ::shrug::

[TomAz]

If you just put in a little more, it will feel that much better. ; )

that's what she said

[algunz]

I opened the door for ya, Tom.

Randy, what stretches are you doing?

[TomAz]

that's also what she said

[algunz]

She talks a lot, don't she.

[Courtney]

I tried Bikram a couple of times and it was just too difficult. It was hard to breath and I just couldn't get a good grip. My hands and feet were sliding all over the place.

This was my experience too. Even if you have a really good quality, new, sticky yoga mat. I mean, if it's that hot you're bound to sweat a lot, and when you sweat you slip.

I've seen people using those yogitoes gloves in class, but I sort of feel like that's cheating.

[RotationSlimWang]

I opened the door for ya, Tom.

Randy, what stretches are you doing?

Um, I forget most of the names. Arms swing up from the sides to stretch up into a point towards the sky, neck rolls, bending down to the floor, one specifically for my traps and the muscles that run down between my shoulder blades and my spine that involves holding my head down to each shoulder and rotating the opposite shoulder out, down into the one where you lay down on your stomach and arch your back up, then back into downward lying dog I think it's called? Then I'm done.

[algunz]

You should try some twisting ones on the floor. They are great for your back. It totally realigns and stretches everything.

If your shoulders are tight, I've discovered that (if you can) bend forward and put your hands underneath your toes and try to touch the soles of your feet like you are almost standing on them and pull up a bit to stretch your shoulders out. It feels really good.

[algunz]

Stretch with me . . .

[menikmati]

I like stretching my back. My back kills me like every day (maybe because I slouch? or hunch over when i stand or whatever, or maybe I have scoliosis or something, I don't know), and all I ever wanna do is just take it and bend it and twist in every way possible, feels so good.

[algunz]

MMMmmm, twists are the best.

But learn to be up straight. It's surprisingly comfy.

[menikmati]

I have horrible posture.

[algunz]

I can see that by your avatar.

[RotationSlimWang]

Trying to learn to sit up straight to help my back is seriously one of the hardest things I've ever had to do.

[algunz]

The ironic thing is that you just need to learn to relax.

[RotationSlimWang]

How is that ironic?

[Stefinitely Maybe]

I am loving the yoga stuff on WiiFit at the moment.

[fatbastard]

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[Beef Jerky]

I don't think I can do Yoga. I tried pilates for a little while but then I got lazy. God I am so out of shape.

[RotationSlimWang]

Jerky appears to have some body image issues today.

[Beef Jerky]

lol yea. I weighed myself this morning and I was not so happy. :(

[RotationSlimWang]

Post some pictures of yourself in various states of undress in the Picture thread, I guarantee you'll get some positive reinforcement from a wide variety of virgins.

[Beef Jerky]

I keep telling myself that I am big boned, but I can't ignore my huge handles.

[RotationSlimWang]

The virgins won't mind, I swear.

Besides, you've been under a lot of stress. Eventually, though, you'll have to stop translating stress into cupcakes.

[chairmenmeow47]

taking ballet with a really scary, short eastern european woman at a boarding school where she can scream at you across campus 24/7 for slouching really does wonders for your posture.

[algunz]

How is that ironic?

It's ironic, because it's an unexpected response to back pain.

[SFChrissy]

I haven't done yoga in about two years and I can feel the difference in my body...everything hurts and I need to get back into it...

[RotationSlimWang]

It's ironic, because it's an unexpected response to back pain.

So you're saying it's ironic that the hard thing about curing back pain is learning to relax despite being in pain? Doesn't sound ironic at all. Sounds perfectly logical. That's like claiming it's ironic that the cure for bleeding is clotting.

[algunz]

Most people put back pain into the "I need to lose weight/exercise" or "My back is falling apart" categories, and they are often surprised when they are told to "just relax and stretch."

Of course you, being the all-knowing being that you are, are far more aware and thus the statement may not be ironic in your world.

[RotationSlimWang]

... exactly who in the wide wide world of sports is burdened by tense and painful muscles and doesn't know they need to relax?

[marooko]

Post some pictures of yourself in various states of undress in the Picture thread, I guarantee you'll get some positive reinforcement from a wide variety of virgins.

this is true jerky. try it out.

[algunz]

... exactly who in the wide wide world of sports is burdened by tense and painful muscles and doesn't know they need to relax?

They know they need to stretch. They don't always know that they need to relax and the relaxing part is the most difficult to achieve.

[RotationSlimWang]

I think it's the other way around, hon. They know they need to relax, they don't realize they would relax best if stretching.

[marooko]

if an athlete doesnt know that, they're probably not very good.

[RotationSlimWang]

... were we talking about athletes?

[jigsaw]

I saw this yoga show on fit tv and it is amazing. Three smoking hot chicks do the routine while the camera zooms in and around them. Most amazing show I have ever seen on tv. It's like a porno. "Breath in, breath out, reverse doggy, now cat...purrrrrrrrrr"

**EDIT

here is the link for the show. you have to click next video to watch a clip. omgzzz amazing

http://fittv.discovery.com/fansites/namaste/videogallery/videogallery.html

[algunz]

... were we talking about athletes?

You are the one who brought up the wide world of sports.

[RotationSlimWang]

Sorry, didn't realize someone wouldn't get that reference.

[algunz]

Oh, I got it sweetheart. Used to be my favorite show.

It's fascinating how one word ALWAYS inspires so much discussion.

Anywho, just relax, stretch and get over your damn self.

[menikmati]

If I relax, then I'm slouching. I don't see how that's gonna help my back pain.

[RotationSlimWang]

Oh, I got it sweetheart. Used to be my favorite show.

It's fascinating how one word ALWAYS inspires so much discussion.

Anywho, just relax, stretch and get over your damn self.

I wasn't referencing any show, I was referencing Blazing Saddles.

[Hopeless Semantic]

Yoga is awesome. I mean, I don't regularly practice it, but the few times I do with my friend at the gym have been rather invigorating...

[algunz]

I wasn't referencing any show, I was referencing Blazing Saddles.

Oh, I thought you were alluding to the Wide World of Sports. Ya know the . . . "agony of defeat."

[RotationSlimWang]

No. Sports are for fucking morons.

[algunz]

And now we reach the real reason your back hurts.

[RotationSlimWang]

... the ability to spell "now" properly?

[algunz]

I don't now what you're talking about.

[amyzzz]

Are there any good self-help DVD's for this? I can't bear to exercise in public around anybody (except for walking).

[algunz]

Does anyone have a routine that they go through in the evening to help with back and hips?

[Mr. Dylanja]

Are there any good self-help DVD's for this? I can't bear to exercise in public around anybody (except for walking).

:rotfl

[bug on your lip]

whenever i plateau when lifting weights Yoga allows me to increase my strength..

but i only have done the bastardized Gold Gym versions, i would like to branch out

[biggfoot17]

Try doing ashtanga. Its more of a strength type of yoga

[amyzzz]

I think I may be ready to sign up for a class somewhere now. I should probably look into this.

[rskapcat]

I would *LOVE* to get back into doing hot yoga, but the studios are soooo expensive. Hmm.

[bug on your lip]

Try doing ashtanga. Its more of a strength type of yoga

but any type helps though right?

[TheWatcher]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ashtanga_Vinyasa_Yoga

If you can find a good instructor or DVD for the Vinyasa flow type yoga, you will get a very complete workout.

[bug on your lip]

ok

yeah.. i know of a class..
it's advertised for "advanced students only", so i've been scared off

[TheWatcher]

You probably don't want a class designed for advanced students unless you already do yoga regularly and are in very good shape.

[bug on your lip]

i lift alot, but defintely trying to work on my flexibility

[TheWatcher]

I had a really good teacher at El Camino College. She has a couple of books out and a workout tape. (http://www.amazon.com/Breath-Moves-Intermediate-Yoga-Practice/dp/B000MXP15O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=music&qid=1255375996&sr=1-1) You might need a book (or Google) to find illustrations of the poses since this is audio only.

[algunz]

Yeah, taking an advanced class when you are just starting out might scare you away. You should see if you can find a Level 1-2 class.

[bug on your lip]

I had a really good teacher at El Camino College. She has a couple of books out and a workout tape. (http://www.amazon.com/Breath-Moves-Intermediate-Yoga-Practice/dp/B000MXP15O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=music&qid=1255375996&sr=1-1) You might need a book (or Google) to find illustrations of the poses since this is audio only.

thanks for the link..
i will look into this

[rskapcat]

Going back to hot yoga starting today. We'll see how it goes.

[bug on your lip]

Yeah, taking an advanced class when you are just starting out might scare you away. You should see if you can find a Level 1-2 class.

i've been doing Body Flow

but i realize this is McYoga

[algunz]

I'm not a fan of hot yoga. I don't see how the benefit outweighs the torture.

[rskapcat]

I don't find it torturous at all. AND I hate being hot. Go figure! :p

[algunz]

i've been doing Body Flow

but i realize this is McYoga

So, flow is great. It keeps the muscles moving, and it provides great stretching opportunities. It's probably perfect for what you're trying to do.

[bug on your lip]

i have a great stretching opportunity for you gunz

[Courtney]

Yeah, taking an advanced class when you are just starting out might scare you away. You should see if you can find a Level 1-2 class.

I agree with this. Many studios will offer a beginner program that's pretty cheap too.

With yoga, you're always welcome to modify or sit out a pose if it's not something that you're ready for. But I still find that attending a class that's the appropriate level allows you to get the most out of it.

For anyone in Los Angeles, YogaWorks offers a terrific 2-week Intro To Yoga series for beginners. Their Center For Yoga space on Larchmont is pretty fabulous -- it's a converted masonic temple. I started there when I was first getting into yoga, and then moved on to Liberation Yoga on La Brea. Both are great places.

Going back to hot yoga starting today. We'll see how it goes.

Hot yoga is hardcore. I'm an iyengar devotee because I like having the option of using props to help me gradually work into new poses.

Has anyone used one of those yogitoes sticky mats? I feel like once I start sweating, I'm always inching around when I want to stay put.

[biggfoot17]

mmmm I love hot yoga. It allows for you to get deeper into your poses because your muscles are so loose.

Bug, see if there's a lululemon athletica store around you. They'll know any good studios around your area to check out and will probably be able to direct you to exactly what you're looking for. Also, they offer a free class every weekend and the styles are usually mixed up from week to week, so you can tell for yourself what style you like best.

I'm doing my first body flow class in a few hours. From what I've read, its not really yoga, but more of a yoga/tai chi/pilates fusion. The Les Mills stuff is usually pretty fun and solid workout, although it kinda feels a little corporatey sometimes.

[biggfoot17]

Has anyone used one of those yogitoes sticky mats? I feel like once I start sweating, I'm always inching around when I want to stay put.

These are a necessity if you sweat a lot. They're pretty damn expensive, but worth it if you practice often

[algunz]

Has anyone used one of those yogitoes sticky mats? I feel like once I start sweating, I'm always inching around when I want to stay put.

Yes, and I love mine.

[JustSteve]

i'm thinking about starting yoga. because of my health issues, fast paced strenuous workouts don't really work for me. just found out that there is a scholarship program available for people with cf where they will give you $500 to take part in something like this, some of the money can even go for equipment. they will even give an extra $500 if you have someone you want to be there with you to help motivate you and work out with you. very nice!

a friend of my wife gave me a gift of a session of lymphatic drainage that i am going to tonight(shit runs like $150!)...anyone ever done that before? guess the woman i am seeing tonight in san clemente works with a ton of athletes, so i assume she is doing something right and everyone is seeing benefits.

it's time for me to cut down on some of the western medicine and give other styles a try. was doing acupuncture and chiropractic up until last november, when fucking aetna decided to change the copay from $15 to $50 per visit. fucking assholes.

[algunz]

If you decide to start yoga, the Yoga Works studio in CM near Triangle Square is really good. We plan ahead and we can go to a class together, so I can "support" you. :thu

[rskapcat]

Okay, I have turned into a huge wuss between the last time I did hot yoga two years ago and now. Wtf. I'm sitting on the couch carefully sipping OJ & just now feel like I'm not going to vomit. Over an hour after class. My head is pounding. Bah.

[biggfoot17]

Okay, I have turned into a huge wuss between the last time I did hot yoaga two years ago and now. Wtf. I'm sitting on the couch sipping OJ & just now feel like I'm not going to vomit. My head is pounding. Bah.

haha the first hot yoga class I took was after a long day at the beach and I was a bit sunburned. And by a bit, I mean I was toasted. Had to leave the room a couple times haha. A cold shower after was rather heavenly. OJ, on the other hand, sounds like a terrible idea haha

[rskapcat]

I wanted sugar & cold. OJ fit the bill. I am now working on a veggie burger so I don't go to bed without a little protein in my belly.

[biggfoot17]

I am now working on a veggie burger so I don't go to bed without a little protein in my belly.

...I'm not gonna say it

[gaypalmsprings]

http://www.nataliedee.com/111705/not-that-good-at-yoga.jpg

[algunz]

*giggle*

That's what I'm thinking through 80% of my classes.

[chairmenmeow47]

bikram yoga is for crazy people. my second class i had to burst out the door to puke. i can walk forever in 100+ degrees outside, but being in a hot room with people that fucking smell & that moist air is just disgusting.

i'd kinda like to do a non-hot yoga class though as i'm feelin' less flexy these days.

[algunz]

Do it Ivy. It's so great for the body and the mind. And . . . it's the perfect exercise to maintain while on a road trip. It's perfect for hotel rooms.

[Sonybonez]

I did Bikram once... will never touch it again with a 10 foot pole. I teach Vinyasa Power yoga in Dallas and Bikram was just too boring. The SAME 26 poses over and over and over and over and over again. What happens when you master those 26 poses? What do you do after? I don't like how the instructors bark orders at you from their little stage either.

Anyways, I'm offering free yoga classes on the Coachella campgrounds if anyone is interested :)

http://www.coachella.com/forum/showthread.php?t=37904