{"id":2009,"date":"2019-12-31T17:19:24","date_gmt":"2019-12-31T17:19:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.somewhere.ca\/?p=2009"},"modified":"2021-02-16T09:11:15","modified_gmt":"2021-02-16T14:11:15","slug":"how-to-improve-your-yoga-practice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mindhacker.com\/2019\/12\/31\/how-to-improve-your-yoga-practice\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Improve Your Yoga Practice, Without Spending a Fortune?"},"content":{"rendered":"

How to Improve Your Yoga Practice<\/strong>. Yoga is one of the best activities you can do to improve your overall health and well-being. While it comes with physical health benefits like strength, balance and flexibility, it\u2019s also known to help combat anxiety<\/a>, stress and depression. All levels of yoga yield benefits, but if you stay open to intensifying your practice along the way, you will stand to gain more and more.<\/p>\n

The best part about upping your yoga game is that you can do it on a budget, whether you decide to add yoga props or turn to electronics. If the time has come to improve your yoga practice, here are some cost-effective tips to get you started:<\/p>\n

Use Tech to Improve Your Yoga Practice<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Tech has its drawbacks, but it can also be used to your advantage when it comes to yoga. For instance, putting a smart TV<\/a> in your home will allow you to follow along with your favorite yoga instructors<\/a> on YouTube. That way, you can still get your practice in on days you can\u2019t make it to class. Don\u2019t just buy the first TV you see, however; look around for stores that offer the best electronics deals and compare prices.<\/p>\n

Upgrade your phone.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Another way to do yoga outside of class is by using yoga apps on your smartphone. With numerous apps<\/a> offering music, tutorial videos and more, you can practice your asanas from wherever you are.<\/p>\n

In order to reap the benefits of apps, however, you need to make sure your phone can handle the latest apps. If it turns out you need a more up-to-date smartphone, be sure to find a phone and data plan that offer you the most for your money. Some providers will give you credit toward the latest iPhone (or similar model). If you\u2019re going to use your phone to practice yoga outside your home (maybe even outdoors), you\u2019ll need a plan that can handle the extra data<\/a> so you won\u2019t get hit with charges for overage.<\/p>\n

Treat your chronic illness.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

One surprising benefit of yoga is how much it can help those with a chronic illness<\/a>. For example, practicing yoga on a regular basis can help to reduce the stress and fatigue that often come with a chronic illness, as well as strengthen your immune system. It can even spark your parasympathetic nervous system, which can facilitate healing and sleep. Here are some styles of yoga to consider for treating chronic illness:<\/p>\n