Frequently Asked Questions

Yoga Questions

Has there been any formal research into the benefits of Yoga?

Class Room and Practice Questions

What should I wear to a class?
Is it better to eat before or after a class?
Do I need to purchase any equipment?
How do I know which level of class is right for me?
I have done Hatha Yoga before which class should I attend?
If I have an injury can I participate?
How many students are in a class, on average?
Do classes have male and female students together?

and use the correct prop where necessary.

Has there been any formal research into the benefits of Yoga?

There has been a large number of research into the benefits of yoga. This research has looked at health issues of high /low blood pressure., asthma , circulatory problems, digestive disturbances, insomnia, anxiety, back pain , knee problems, sciatica and depression. Look for www.iayt.org and www.iayt.org/biblio.html ,www.vivikanenda.com Mr Iyengar's latest book 'Yoga the Path to Holistic Health', is a clearly illustrated guide. A section in the book shows how certain sequences can help alleviate and prevent a wide range of common ailments and conditions