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Yoga Iyengar

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What is Yoga?

A physical, mental and spiritual practice that originated in ancient India.  The word, yoga, comes from the Sanskrit yuj, which means “to yoke” and “samadhi” or “concentration.” Thus, yoga is the practice that aims to join the mind, body and spirit. The ultimate goal of yoga is to achieve liberation.

What is Yoga Iyengar?

It’s a yoga method developed by B.K.S Iyengar, the one’s that follow his method are known to practice ‘Yoga Iyengar’

Since March 2019, I’ve restarted practicing Yoga. I had begun in August 2017 and stopped in November 2018 because of a medical condition. Usually, I tend to practice twice or three times a week along with my mother & a professional yoga instructor – Sonia. We usually practice postures that will be beneficial to us & our condition, allowing us to breath deeply and be focused. Our instructor, always challenges us by doing difficult postures (2), making us get out of our comfort zone. She always helps us identify our strengths & areas of weakness so that in the future we’re aware of our mistakes (1).

Pilates

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On March 2019 I began practicing Pilates. I decided to do so because of a problem I have on my back. I was told Pilates would help me tremendously so I took the challenge and booked a class. At first I didn’t know whether I’d like it or not, but as time passed I understood it’s impact on me physically and emotionally, and how empowered I felt while practicing it. I truly enjoy Pilates and definitely encourage others to try it as well.

I currently practice in a small house located in Barranco – District in Lima. I go to the studio twice or three times a week & my sessions last about 1 hour.