Your Yoga Personality

With so many yoga styles out there, it can be difficult to choose which option is best for you, says Cathy Rogers, owner of Your Yoga Space in Johannesburg.

Although the aim of yoga is the same, the method for achieving goals differs according to the different schools of yoga, she says. There is a branch of yoga to suit all personalities, fitness levels, ages and needs.

ASHTANGA	Creator: Sri K. Pattabhi Jois This form of yoga focuses on connecting movement to breathing, says Rogers. It's fast-paced and boosts internal body heat, allowing you to detoxify your body from the inside out, she explains. Each class consists of a set series of postures perfected by repeated practice, allowing an individual to master one level and then move ahead to the next. Its For You If you are energetic. If you are looking for both serenity and a cardio workout, you should try Ashtanga yoga, says Rogers. It provides a moving meditation. It's fast, yet focuses on conscious breathing. It is ideal for someone who wants the benefits of meditation, but finds sitting still difficult. If you like to sweat, want a cardio workout and enjoy repetition and familiarity, Rogers recommends you go for this style.
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Author: Lindi Brownell