Yoga
Being middle age it's vital that we continue to do some form of exercise to keep healthy and stop our physical mobility slowing down as we get older. Depending on your current fitness level and what interest you personally you might choose to take on a number of forms of exercise, from running, joining a gym, tennis and the list can go on.
The great thing with choosing Yoga is that you can be at any fitness level, it can be done at home, outside, a class or anywhere that your Yoga mat will fit. Yoga is not just for woman, it's getting more popular for men all over the world, currently in the USA over 20 million men activity take part.
We choose Yoga as it works for all men, it's simple to do, you don't need to be fit, you can be any size and you can do it with even with physical current health issues. Choosing to take up Yoga in a class or at home, it's personal choice and how much time you have. We tried going to an actual class but the timing was not great and we missed a few due to work commitments, so that's why we recommend give online classes ago!
Online classes you have a multiple of options on the web, Free YouTube videos that we found are hard to follow and does not give you the full training and commitment you need to take it up, where paid for online classes are spot on, no one is watching and you can do at your own pace, you just need to buy a Yoga Mat, Blocks & Strap Belts.
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Gentlemen, guys actually do Yoga
Lets face it, at its first mention; Yoga might not come off as the most masculine exercise.
Understanding the different types of Yoga
Yoga is becoming a more and more popular activity in the Western world today. The number of places holding Yoga classes is on the increase and there is a plethora of different types of Yoga.
Yoga Questions and Answers
What is Yoga? Yoga is a very old way of life that came from India that encourages personal health, spirituality and wellness.
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On-Demand Yoga For Men
I highly recommend Man Flo Yoga Workout Programs made for the male body. All fitness. No spiritual. They offer a 7 day FREE trial for monthly or yearly memberships.
This Yoga workout program hit's all the boxes for anyone in your midlife, after trying multiple programs this is the only one just aimed at men at any physical level.
Dean Pohlman is an E-RYT 200 certified yoga instructor and the founder of Man Flow Yoga, Dean is widely considered to be an authority on Yoga for Men. His teaching style is very easy to follow and does not rush through the moves, especially great for anyone new to Yoga.
When you sign up or take the 7 day trial it starts by teaching you the basic poses for Absolute Beginners and for those just starting out it's only 15 minutes so perfect to start off with. What really stood out is that you can book in a 20 minute 1 to 1 with Dean himself to create a personalized plan for you.
We recommend giving it a go, this program is great value for money, you have the option to pay monthly for annually.
Recommend and tested by my wife Mandy, this program is made for women only.
All can be done at your own pace and plenty of choices on how you wish to learn, great for all fitness levels.
Also lot's of choices of programs to choose from.
Zoe Bray-Cotton is an internationally certified personal trainer, yoga instructor and female transformation specialist to over 1 million women around the world. Zoe is the creator of international best selling fitness systems for women such as Yoga Burn, as well as the Yoga Burn Facebook and Instagram Community.
Why a Yoga Mat?
Yoga for exercise or simply indulging in some light meditation, yoga mats are the must have accessory for all men. Yoga mats come in a variety of shapes, sizes and textures and should bring a level of comfort to your practice.
Yoga mats are great for any type of surface, preventing slipping and making training the most effective.
Our Recommendations
We have found Yoga Studio gives you multiple choices of Mats, from eco-friendly material like Cork that is perfect for balance of traction and comfortable cushioning. It is light-weight and antibacterial making it low maintenance, Rubber Mats that are very traditional and popular due to them being heavy duty, long lasting and very affordable. (Discount code BESTLIFEISMIDLIFE10 will give you 10% discount on your shopping cart)
Man-Flow Yoga demonstrates a cork yoga mat, these are typically associated with a more advanced level of yoga, however more and more beginners are using cork mats for their practice and the Man-Flow Mat is available to buy from them direct. Price is the high but well worth the money (Discount code MATSFORMEN will take it below $/£100).
Manduka eKO 71" Standard Yoga Mat 5mm
Manduka Almost Perfect PRO Series mats are all unique but still 100% PRO performance - with their one of a kind touch. In a world that produces much more than it needs, here at Manduka we are trying to limit the environmental impact we have off the mat. This Mat is very good quality and will last, decent length as if you are tall you need a long Mat.
Man Flow Yoga™ eco-friendly Cork 6mm
A luxury, soft, no-slip cork yoga mat that’s thicker, wider, and longer than traditional mats; a heavy duty, long-lasting yoga mat made from premium, sustainably-sourced cork and rubber, and featuring an optional built-in alignment system for perfect alignment in every posture.
Yoga Studio Eco Friendly Standard 4mm
Yoga Studio cork mat provides an amazing non-slip, anti-bacterial,
natural and sustainable surface for your yoga practice with fantastic grip that increases as you sweat. Made from a blend of natural cork and recycled cork to create the top surface of our cork mat and a natural rubber backing attached with a layer of non-toxic adhesive and fabric scrim to create the bottom surface.
Check out the latest price at Yoga Studio
Use discount code: BESTLIFEISMIDLIFE10 (10% Discount)
Why a Yoga Block & Brick
A yoga block, yoga brick or wedge can enhance your practice by supporting, stabilizing, and aligning your body. Available in popular EVA foam colours, as well as more sustainable and natural cork, you'll be sure to find the perfect support.
Our Recommendations
We have found Yoga Studio gives you multiple choices of Blocks & Bricks, from eco-friendly material like Cork it is light-weight and antibacterial making it low maintenance, Foam briks that are very traditional and popular due to them being heavy duty, long lasting and very affordable. We have found you don't need to spend lot's of money, just make sure you buy two or a pair bundled together for better value. (Discount code BESTLIFEISMIDLIFE10 will give you 10% discount on your shopping cart)
Man-Flow Yoga have a great bundle on offer, it's a pair of premium Cork blocks with a strap. They have a 5 star rating and feedback is that they are very sturdy and even when you are sweeting you won't slip like the tradditional foam Blocks.
Yoga Studio EVA Yoga Brick
Own brand Yoga studio brick, this one is very low cost and comes in multiple colour options. It's made from high density non toxic foam, light weight - but sturdy enough to give you the support required because they are high-density. For the those that are new to Yoga a very good option without the high cost.
Manduka unBLOCK Recycled Foam Yoga Block
The Recycled Foam unBLOK is here to take yoga poses a step further. With its functional, sleek design, and high-quality eco-friendly materials, this revolutionary block will help you even more when you get more advanced
Man Flow Yoga™ Cork Yoga Block Set
The Man Flow Yoga Cork Yoga Block Set - including 2 premium cork yoga blocks, and a 100% cotton yoga strap. Cork yoga blocks are thicker and more dense than other cork yoga blocks. They’re made with a premium Portugese cork for longer-lasting, heavy duty use. 5 Star review, so worth the money if you want to start off with quality blocks.
Why a Yoga Strap Belt
A yoga belt or yoga strap is a fantastic yoga prop to help you extend and lengthen your reach during your yoga practice. Our large range of yoga belts come in a wide variety of colours, lengths and widths to suit every yogi. They can also be used as a yoga mat strap to help you carry your mat to and from your practice.
Our Recommendations
We have found Yoga Studio gives you multiple choices of straps/belts. These are all fairly low cost and do come in a variety of colours, quality of material and quality of buckle. (Discount code BESTLIFEISMIDLIFE10 will give you 10% discount on your shopping cart)
Yoga Studio D-Ring 2.5m Yoga Belt Strap
Own brank Yoga studio brick, this one is very low cost and comes in multiple colour options. 1.5" wide cotton yoga straps feature a D-Ring buckle.. made from Ethical cotton
Kurma Poona 2m Yoga Belt Strap - White
This classic cotton belt with a sliding bar metal buckle is a great yoga prop for extending and lengthening your reach. Lightweight, travel-friendly, made from Tear-proof natural cotton.
Manduka Unfold 6ft Yoga Strap Belt
Premium brand strap has an updated square ring buckle and is made from 100% recycled polyester.. The best material for grip out of the three and bonus it's very easy to clean.
