Many people believe that you need to be thin to practice yoga. This, however, couldn’t be further from the truth. Yes, you need to be flexible to nail certain poses, but just because you’re big bodied, doesn’t mean yoga isn’t for you.
In fact, many big-bodied women who want to tone their physique while maintaining their weight can benefit from yoga. This ancient practice can help plus-sized women to shape their body, accentuate their curves, while staying fit. Here are four asanas that are perfect for big-bodied beginners:
1. Cat and cow asanas (marjaryasana and bitilasana) Marjaryasana/bitilasana or the cat/cow pose is a fusion of two stretches that warms up the spine. It has the following benefits for big-bodied women:
2. Triangle posture (trikonasana) This posture opens up the fourteen major joints of the body. It maintains a perfect harmonious balance giving the body a perfect toning and strengthening.
It stimulates and improve the function of blood through the entire body.
Strengthens and stretches the hips, back, arms, thighs, and leg.
Being big-bodied doesn’t always mean being inflexible. You’ll be surprised by the physical feats your body can do. You just need to start. And what better way to begin than with yoga?