I recently wrote a post on the start of my yoga journey. It’s been a couple weeks so I wanted to give an update since I’ve taken several more steps on my journey. I hope this inspires others who are have been hesitant to try yoga to take the first steps on their journey. These yoga props have proven to be invaluable.
Online Resources
First of all, one of my awesome readers mentioned that she did yoga with a Youtuber named Adriene. I love when readers leave suggestions in the comments because it is helpful to me and I like to leave comments that are helpful to others. It’s such a great community. I gave Yoga with Adriene a look and now I am OBSESSED!!! I feel like she is my new best friend…lol.
She is uplifting and chill. I love her calm voice and playful nature. The speed is just right…I can’t say enough about her awesomeness!!! I am a kindergarten teacher and I have my students do yoga every day in class and I have incorporated some of Adriene’s shorter classes in our day.
Yoga Props
I have the tightest hips and IT bands on Earth. My hip issues are the cause of said tightness. I ordered some yoga blocks (affiliate link) which help support my legs in certain poses because I don’t have as much flexibility in those poses. They are a life saver.
Modifications
Yes, as I’ve said above, I need to modify some of the poses. This is partly due to my hip issues and tightness AND partly because I’ve just started the yoga journey. I know that once I become more familiar with the poses and strengthen and stretch the muscles, it will become easier. I found some wonderful resources for modifications.
My FAVORITE active wear retailer Athleta has a blog where I found a great post with wonderful visuals and suggestions. When I googled yoga modifications, I found some great images from Yoga Journal. They were exactly what I was looking for and it was easier to find them in Google images than their actual website. The Yoga Journal website has a plethora of information on yoga and is a great overall resource.
I will continue to update my journey here. Most of all if you have any more suggestions or ideas, please keep them coming. As a result of your comments, I have learned so much from my readers and love the community we have. Thank you. Namaste.
I love yoga! I also watch Yoga with Adriene and other YouTube videos – they’re so helpful. 🙂 I’m definitely going to save that Yoga Journal website and check it out later! Great post and thank you for sharing! <3
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Adriene…my new best friend…so glad I found someone who I connect with who motivates me to do the yoga practice. Thank you Tami:)
I started doing Yoga about a year ago and I also use Adrienne. I’m obsessed too – she’s amazing. I love the way she allows you a little room to interpret the postures and movements in your own way.
I love how she can laugh at herself and puts a little fun into it…she’s the best.
I enjoy yoga but have not practiced in a long time. Time to drag my mat out! Sounds like you’re making excellent progress!
Try Yoga with Adriene…you will LOVE her:)
With YouTube there is really no excuse to not pursue whatever kind of fitness you are into. I need to get better at utilizing it!
It’s so true…you can find any type of instructional video on Youtube. My next challenge is Qi Gong.
Thanks for sharing! I’ve done pilates a bit, but I’m curious about trying yoga. I’m sure I’d have to use certain products or modify poses to fit my limitations too though!
Try Yoga with Adriene…she is really great and she often says do what feels good for you so there is no pressure or stress about it. LOVE HER!!!
I really need to get into yoga more. I was doing it for some time a year ago but then stopped. Thanks for all the resources!
You will LOVE Adriene…she is the best:)
Loved this! Thanks for the great tip about those online yoga videos. I really only do yoga in class, so it will be good to do some at home too 🙂 Cheers, Mary Jane
If you do yoga in a class, you will find lots of videos on Youtube that will fit your skill level:)
I’d love to try yoga but i think I’d need to do it with someone at first to understand it abit more because I am disabled. Around my area though, there is no where to learn and practice it.
I loved your post however, really informative especially your part about modifications for your hip!x
If you google modified yoga, I’m sure you could find some yoga classes on youtube that would work for you. I sometimes watch the videos before I do them so I know what to expect:)
I love yoga and try to practice at least twice a week. Stick with it and you’ll be incredibly flexible in no time!
I’ve already noticed a change in my flexibility and being able to hold certain postures…I am obsessed with it:)
I miss doing Yoga! I need to get back to it. Thanks for all the amazing tips 🙂
I look so forward to yoga now each day…try to make the time to get back to it… as you know, it’s a great feeling:)
I’ve been meaning to get into yoga for a while now. I need to start soon!
Check out Yoga with Adriene…she’s great!!!
Yoga with Adriene is great! I really have to get back to doing yoga, it just makes such a big difference in my mental and physical state.
Absolutely true Nina:)
Good for you!!! And thanks for the encouragement! One thing on my Life List is to get into yoga. I’ve been to a few classes here and there but nothing consistent. I think it does wonders to mental health!
Try Yoga with Adriene…you will really love it.
I want to start doing yoga, your video makes it simple for dummies like me:)
Believe me…I am not graceful at doing yoga, but Yoga with Adriene makes you feel like you can do it.
Oh wow! I didn’t realize that made “blocks” to help your hips in yoga. I have chronic pain in my hips too, so I get it!
Blankets have really helped me sit in a cross-legged position too…I stack a couple and sit on them and I can actually comfortably sit cross-legged. I have hip issues too.
Thanks so much for the info on Adriene’s Youtube channel. I just subscribed! I did yoga regularly for a while, using the Gaiam DVDs. I have fallen off with regular practice and think this would be very motivating to keep up with. I know I feel much happier and relaxed when I do yoga regularly.
Don’t you love her!!! I have been doing her videos for about a month and I am obsessed. I’ve already noticed improvements in my practice. Another great yogi is Allie from the Journey Junkies:)
This is awesome! I have been wanting to get into Yoga. I will have to give that Yoga YouTube channel a try!
Adriene is awesome!!!!!
Yoga has been my life line this year! It’s so great to see others on the same journey. If you are interested there’s a facebook group called “Live Your Journey” hosted by Allie at the Journey Junkie. People post inspiring things and it’s great, but the best part is when you have a question and aren’t sure how to do a modification or what’s wrong about your form, you can go there and answer and people are so kind!
Thank you so much…I do need modifications sometimes because I have a hip issue so that is perfect!!!
Yoga with Adriene is my favorite. SarahBethYoga is also another great YouTube resource.
Thanks for the recommendation…always good to have a variety of sources:)
Bookmarking all of these resources as I’m a complete yoga newb. I never know quite what to do with those yoga blocks!
Yes Chelsea!!! I hope that they are helpful to you:)
I’ve been thinking about doing more yoga, so this post came at a great time! Thank you for these tips – I’ll definitely check out Adriene’s channel!
I LOVE Adriene!!! I hope you enjoy her as much as I do:)
I have been thinking about starting yoga, so this post came at a great time. This are all great tips – I will definitely check out Adriene’s channel!
Enjoy Anne:)
I think beginners underestimate the importance of modifications. The first few times I tried yoga I was so determined to do the poses just as my instructor and some of the other members of my class. Huge mistake. I could have seriously injured myself.
I have learned over the months that I have done yoga that modifications are key for growing my practice
Yoga is something I would like to give a try. I need old lady yoga. Continue on your journey and enjoy learning more about yoga.
Try Yoga with Adriene on Youtube…she is the best!!!!
I’ve always heard that yoga is very good for you, but I never tried it because I am NOT flexible in any way. Using props sounds like a great way to ease into it, though.
I have a serious hip issue that limits my flexibility and using props has helped so much.
I really need to get into yoga. I have friends who do it regularly, and they say it makes them feel so good. Thanks for this great information about your journey!
It really is great Vera…give it a try.
I suffer from anxiety and could use some relaxation techniques. I have been wanting to try yoga.
Try Yoga with Adriene…she is the BEST and she is so accepting and supportive. YOu will LOVE It.
I recently found a girl online doing yoga, but I can’t remember her name. I loved how she taught for super entry level like myself. Yoga is a great way to relieve stress and work on your core.
Was it Yoga with Adriene or Allie Van Fossen? Adriene is my favorite!!!!
I love the effect of yoga on the mind and body. I’ve only been doing it for a couple months and I’m really enjoying it.
I LOVE it too…just did restorative last night…ahhhhhhhh
Friends keep recommending pregnancy yoga for me and I think I’ll check it out. I’ve gotta keep my body happy and healthy while carrying this child 🙂
Many studios offer prenatal yoga…check it out
I have always wanted to get into yoga but never gave it a try yet. Maybe it something I need to do as well. Thanks for sharing your journey.
Do videos at home first…Yoga with Adriene is the best!!!!
I still have yet to try yoga. It sounds like it would be a great thing to add to my routine.
Try Yoga with Adriene!!!
I used to love yoga but haven’t done it in a long time. I need to find a class and get started again!!
Yoga with Adriene on Youtube!!!!
I have been wanting to spend more time dedicated to exercising! I would love to learn more about yoga and take a few classes!
Check out Yoga with Adriene on Youtube…you will love her.
I really need to try to include more yoga in my daily routines. I have found when I do this, I am much happier.
I totally agree!!!
I think my 8-year-old is going to be my yoga buddy. She expressed interest and normally sports aren’t her thing. I know yoga will do us both a lot of good.
I teach kindergarten and do yoga in my classroom…I’m getting certified next summer too
I keep saying I want to try Yoga and just don’t. One of these days I’ll just get up and do it. Love your pictures.
Check out Yoga with Adriene on Youtube
I am thinking of trying out Yoga but I’m still intimidated. I’ll look up Adrienne and try to follow her.
I did YOga with Adriene for several months before going to a studio and it helped soooooo much.
I love the props for your yoga poses that you have found. I often feel uncomfortable when I am sitting doing yoga. I think these will work well for me.
You would not believe how much a meditation cushion helps with sitting in yoga…give it a try
It’s so awesome that your doing so great with yoga! I’ve always wanted to get into it – it seems like such a great activity in so many ways. Loved reading this – it’s getting me inspired to try it haha!
Do it!!!! Try Yoga with Adriene:)
I have not tried yoga yet. Oh wait! I actually did when I was pregnant hahaha
But that was looong ago! Thanks for sharing these info, I think I am ready t give it another try 😉
How I wish I can do Yoga too. I will try it at home and thanks for the idea, will buy some Yoga props.
Props help sooooo much…give it a try.
Thank you so much for this post! I have been taking yoga on and off for about a year, but I rarely practice at home. This will give me the perfect opportunity to work on perfecting some poses
Yes…do it…you won’t regret it:)