If you weren’t too fond of past yoga experiences, don’t give up on it this year. It’s possible that you just haven’t found the type that’s best for you. As an expansive practice that over 20 million Americans practice each year, each style has its own unique attributes.
Here is a quick breakdown of five of the most common types of yoga and what you can expect in those classes:
1. Hatha
Who loves it: Beginners and anyone who wants to relax
If you’re looking to try yoga for the first time, Hatha is the way to go. It’ll teach you many of the basic moves that yoga is known for, like downward-facing dog, warrior and tree. It’s gentle and will leave you relaxed.
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2. Vinyasa
Who loves it: Fast movers
Vinyasa yoga is perfect for yogis who love change. No two classes are the same and are filled with fluid transitions between poses. It’s also the base for many of today’s popular yoga styles.3. Bikram or Hot Yoga
Who loves it: Sweat seekers
Bikram yoga is a specific style created by yoga master Bikram Choudhury. It entails a set of 26 moves that are done twice in a heated, 90-minute class. Hot yoga is similar to Bikram. The room is heated, and it involves sequences of linked Vinyasa-like movements.
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4. Power
Who loves it: Runners, athletes and those that want more intensity
Power isn’t your regular yoga. It’s much quicker than other yoga types and incorporates some weight-training and cardio to boost the traditional Vinyasa class.
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5. Restorative
Who loves it: Those in need of a stress reliever
Restorative yoga is all about relaxation and incorporates movements that don’t take a lot of effort. Like Hatha yoga, you’ll leave feeling peaceful and calm.
