Slim Calm Sexy Yoga: 210 Proven Yoga Moves for Mind/Body Bliss

frequently. “It makes getting things done really hard,” she says.
    After her doctor couldn’t pinpoint a medical reason for her spinning spells, Lindsay’s sister, a physical therapist, recommended she try yoga. “At first, I got dizzy any time I bent over in down
    dog,” Lindsay says. “I pretty much couldn’t stand it any time my head was lower than my heart.” But after several weeks, her tolerance improved, and she learned to work with her body instead of fighting it. “It’s become easier to let the symptoms come and go,” she says. “Pushing past my comfort zone helped me realize that I’d be OK even if I felt a little dizzy.”
    It’s still a challenge, but bending over on the mat has started feeling good. “The more I practice yoga, the less it makes me spin!” she says. And Lindsay feels better off the mat, too.
    BE ONE WITH YOUR BODY
    We spend a lot of our lives working against our bodies, gathering stress that leads to health problems. Yoga helps you work with your body so you can set aside stress and stay healthy.

YOGA INTERVENTION

Lindsay Mannering
THE ISSUE: VERTIGO
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Go beyond your comfort zone. Each time you do, your comfort zone gets bigger and bigger. Pretty soon, you’ll be doing things you never thought you could do.”
    Lindsay has had vertigo since she played sports in grade school. “I’d get dizzy and have to sit down to stop the spinning,” says the 28-year-old sales manager.
    “Now that I’m an adult, I can’t just sit down any time it strikes.” And it strikes unpredictably. The nausea and dizziness can start during a meeting, in an elevator, or at lunch with a friend. It’s completely random. Sometimes a few days go by without an episode, and sometimes it happens more frequently. “It makes getting things done really hard,” she says.
    After her doctor couldn’t pinpoint a medical reason for her spinning spells, Lindsay’s sister, a physical therapist, recommended she try yoga. “At first, I got dizzy any time I bent over in down
    dog,” Lindsay says. “I pretty much couldn’t stand it any time my head was lower than my heart.” But after several weeks, her tolerance improved, and she learned to work with her body instead of fighting it. “It’s become easier to let the symptoms come and go,” she says. “Pushing past my comfort zone helped me realize that I’d be OK even if I felt a little dizzy.”
    It’s still a challenge, but bending over on the mat has started feeling good. “The more I practice yoga, the less it makes me spin!” she says. And Lindsay feels better off the mat, too.
    BE ONE WITH YOUR BODY
    We spend a lot of our lives working against our bodies, gathering stress that leads to health problems. Yoga helps you work with your body so you can set aside stress and stay healthy.

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Everything you need to live yoga

    After reading this book and noticing the difference just 15 minutes of yoga a day can make, you may find yourself wanting more. You may suddenly notice the racks of yoga outfits at Target, or the social aspect of a class might lure you to a studio, or you may want the personal attention of a real live teacher to help you get the most from your practice.
    Consider this final chapter your yoga cheat sheet for must-have equipment, how to find a class or teacher, what kind of yoga is right for you, and how to achieve the yoga mindset that will set you on the right track toward reaching all your goals.
Yoga Gear

    You’ll definitely need some comfortable clothes to practice yoga in, but before you buy up all the latest yoga fashions, put your paycheck in the bank and go shopping in your closet. Regular gym clothes like a sports bra, tank top, pants, and shorts work fine. Other options are old T-shirts and sweatpants. You want to be comfortable and able to move. Try to avoid anything too bulky that might fall over your head when you go upside down. If you start practicing yoga at home, pajama bottoms and a bra top are a good, comfy option. I prefer loose cotton drawstring pants and a tank top. That’s pretty much my uniform.
    If you decide eventually that your worn-in college sweats and old boyfriend’s tee are hindering your progress, here are a few ideas.
    Most chain stores like Target, Walmart, and Dick’s carry yoga-specific apparel. Try on a few options to see what works for you. Consider making eco-friendly choices when you shop for yoga duds. The more yoga you practice, the more you