Is yoga considered a sport?

In fact, many friends like to choose yoga for exercise, especially for some friends who are overweight, they always want to lose weight by practicing yoga. Yoga is actually a very good aerobic exercise. In fact, you can use a lot of auxiliary equipment to complete various exercise postures. The following editor will introduce some important benefits of practicing yoga regularly for physical health.

Many people choose yoga to lose weight. Losing weight through yoga is healthy and safe. There are many yoga supplies, such as yoga balls, yoga mats, yoga bricks, yoga stretch belts, etc. They each have their own purposes and uses. Next, the editor will take you to have a look.

Yoga mat

Yoga mat is an auxiliary item for yoga practice. Laying the yoga mat flat on the ground can prevent injuries to the spine, ankles, hips, knees and other parts.

Here are five things to consider before buying a yoga mat:

Is it easy to lay the yoga mat flat on the ground?

Will it slip easily after sweating?

Is it easy to carry?

Is its material environmentally friendly? How much impact will it have on the environment after being eliminated?

5 tips to help you buy the right yoga mat:

1. Pinch the yoga mat with your thumb and index finger to test its pressure resistance. A yoga mat with good elasticity can provide better protection for the human body.

2. Bring an eraser with you before buying and use it to rub the yoga mat to see if the material is easy to break.

3. Use your palm to gently push the surface of the mat. It should feel dry. If there is too much foaming agent left on the surface of the mat, it will feel slippery, and you may easily slip and fall when doing exercises on it.

4. Beginners of yoga can choose a thicker mat, such as 6MM thick; those with a certain foundation can choose a yoga mat with a thickness of about 3.5MM-5MM.

5. Compared with traditional yoga mats made of PVC, environmentally friendly yoga mats made of a mixture of natural latex and linen, although slightly more expensive, are better for the human body and the environment. If your finances allow, consider it.

Practicing yoga every day can not only help the body burn excess fat, but also adjust a person's breathing and make a person's mood more relaxed. When practicing yoga, the body and mind can be completely relaxed. Therefore, it can effectively relieve all aspects of physical stress and fatigue and improve a person's mood.