Strengthen Your Core

In this yoga class, the following usually happens:

1. The class begins with a brief centering and breath awareness exercise to help students get grounded and present. [2]

2. A gentle warm-up is done, often including some stretches and simple movements to prepare the body for the physical practice. [2]

3. A series of yoga postures (asanas) are practiced, which may include standing poses, seated poses, backbends, forward folds, and balancing poses. The instructor demonstrates the poses and offers modifications for different levels. [2][3]

4. Breathing exercises (pranayama) may be incorporated, such as deep breathing or alternate nostril breathing, to enhance the mind-body connection. [3]

5. The physical practice builds strength, flexibility, and balance by flowing through sequences of poses. The intensity can vary from gentle to vigorous depending on the yoga style. [1][3]

6. Towards the end, the practice winds down with some cooling poses like forward folds or seated twists. [2]

7. The class concludes with a guided relaxation or meditation, often done in Savasana (corpse pose), to allow the body and mind to fully integrate the benefits of the practice. [1][2][3]

8. Some classes may also include chanting, mantra repetition, or philosophical discussions related to yoga principles and lifestyle. [1][3]

The overall experience aims to cultivate awareness, focus, relaxation, and a harmonious connection between the body, mind, and breath. The specific elements may vary based on the yoga style and teacher’s approach. [1][2][3]

Citations:
[1] https://www.yogainyourlivingroom.com/blog/what-is-yoga-all-about
[2] https://www.yogawithsuzanne.co.uk/6/What-Happens-in-a-Yoga-Session/
[3] https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/286745
[4] https://yogaaustralia.org.au/what-is-yoga/
[5] https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/9-benefits-of-yoga