Yogis? bad to twist?

Question

Any yogis out there?  I'm trying to get my exercise in and crave yoga right now (advanced beginner) and am concerned that too many twists and rotations are bad. Any insight?  I've tried a prenatal class but Didn't like it. Any things I should be aware of or any tips?

Answer

I practiced all through my first pregnancy and am still practicing, 32 weeks with my second. Generally deep twists are contraindicated....but you can do smaller range twists if they are comfortable. Most people advise avoiding inversions during the first trimester. As your belly gets bigger, just modify to whatever is comfortable. And I'm with you, I never liked prenatal classes! I kept up my regular vinyasa and just modified. Good luck!

Answer

I just started doing yoga a few months ago. I let both my gym instructors know I am pregnant and if there is anything they don't recommend I do they will tell me.

Yogis? bad to twist?

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