1on1fitnessretreat

Category: Yoga

  • What do we do in a Yoga session?

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    The format of the class is as follows: TBegin with a small Sanskrit prayer to tune the mind within. TBreathing exercises to cleanse your respiratory tract, improve lung capacity and improve concentration. TDynamic stretches (such as Surya Namaskar) TStatic stretches, holding each posture starting from 30 seconds slowly building it up to 5 minutes, concentrating…

  • How long is this session?

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    The duration of the session is 60 minutes.

  • Where are the yoga sessions conducted?

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    The yoga sessions are conducted mostly outdoor under the tree, open sky if the weather supports us, or its conducted indoors.

  • Is it fast paced yoga like Power/Ashtanga Yoga?

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    No, your teacher, Khushi Bulchandani has trained in Hatha Yoga and Yin Yoga. Both these are slow and relaxed forms of yoga, purely meant to stretch and let go. The reason for adopting this form of yoga is, it complements the program. With strength training, cardio, hiit your body becomes tight and sore, this class…

  • What if I am scared of inversions like shoulder stand, headstand or other neck based postures?

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    We do not force you/push you or pull you into any posture, we work with the body everyday and you will be surprised with what your body can do.

  • What if I have Injuries?

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    If you have any injuries that inhibit you from doing any asanas/postures. We have many substitutes for the same. We work with your body, there are no general rules.

  • Is yoga a group activity?

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    We do not take more than 3-4 students in the camp at one time. Yes we group students based on similar fitness levels/prior experience. Even then if your paired with someone, your teacher will ensure that you do not perform any exercise that could aggravate your old injuries. In fact the goal of this class…

  • Do we need a Heart rate monitor for this session?

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    No, we do not need a heart rate monitor for this, as this session is purely to stretch, relax and make your spine more flexible and strong. It is not for calories or weight loss.

  • what are the benefits of doing Yoga at 1ON1?

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    This is an important component of the program at 1ON1, as it is the only element that focuses on expanding and lengthening the muscles. It plays a crucial role in complementing the other elements of the program (that is, strength training, conditioning & cardio) which involve shortening and contracting the muscles. Yoga helps physically with…

  • What gear do I need for Yoga?

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    You do not need any gear for yoga. Just comfortable clothing, which would include track pants and lose long t-shirts. Please avoid wearing shorts/ hot pants/ short t-shirts/ or night pajamas. As we do inversions, bends and splits so please ensure that while your packing you have long lose t-shirts with comfortable track pants.