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I started doing yoga recently hoping to increase my flexibility to do some BJJ.
I'd like to do yoga, not for martial arts purposes but because I sometimes have fairly serious generalized anxiety, but the thought of starting a class and not knowing what I am doing gives me specific anxiety.
I have anxiety issues and while yoga was an activity I would have laughed at as recently as 3 years ago as an aid to my anxiety, it's really helped me.
My dad's always had panic attacks, but he was at the WTC on 9/11 and when that happened he couldn't control them when they'd happen and I even remember him passing out at dinner once because something triggered an attack and he didn't know how to calm himself. He started doing yoga almost immediately after that at the suggestion of someone who was dealing with similar post-9/11 issues. Last night we actually talked about it and he hasn't had a serious panic attack in 7 or 8 years, which not-so-coincidentally is the same time frame he's been doing yoga. I haven't had one since 2010, but that's more because my dad educated me on warning signs, etc. But even without the panic attacks I was still always feeling that anxiety creeping in. Crowded subways used to be the worst and I would sometimes wait for 2 or 3 to pass by before picking a less crowded one, even if it was only for 1 or 2 stops. Since starting up yoga I've just noticed a lot less anxiety in the general sense, but more specifically its helped dealing with the types of things I know are triggers for me.
I understand that it's the literal act of going to the class that is giving you pause, but I really recommend it. I actually bought a beginner video and did some stuff on my own before going to a beginner class, just so I would be more confident, maybe give that a try.
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I started doing yoga recently hoping to increase my flexibility to do some BJJ.
I'd like to do yoga, not for martial arts purposes but because I sometimes have fairly serious generalized anxiety, but the thought of starting a class and not knowing what I am doing gives me specific anxiety.
I always had trouble sleeping the night before each semester when I was in college. Too many new people and too much uncertainty about the class. Also, I cannot sit in the front row of a class.
I did some Kundalini yoga a while back. I enjoyed the mysticism as much as the health and relaxation benefits -- they were all pretty cool. I didn't get into yoga for any martial arts benefit, but I can see how it'd help, especially with the ground game.
Flanzo, have you boxed or anything? Since last fall I've been boxing, wrestling, and taking jujitsu from a local coach who runs a private dojo at his house. I've been surprised to find how relaxing I find MMA training...and wow, man, that stuff'll flat whip you into shape in no time. A dozen conditioning drills followed by a few three-minute rounds at full intensity, and I am GASSED. I guess I never before appreciated how much skill and endurance it takes for professional fighters to go 12 rounds.
I'd like to do yoga, not for martial arts purposes but because I sometimes have fairly serious generalized anxiety, but the thought of starting a class and not knowing what I am doing gives me specific anxiety.
I have anxiety issues and while yoga was an activity I would have laughed at as recently as 3 years ago as an aid to my anxiety, it's really helped me.
My dad's always had panic attacks, but he was at the WTC on 9/11 and when that happened he couldn't control them when they'd happen and I even remember him passing out at dinner once because something triggered an attack and he didn't know how to calm himself. He started doing yoga almost immediately after that at the suggestion of someone who was dealing with similar post-9/11 issues. Last night we actually talked about it and he hasn't had a serious panic attack in 7 or 8 years, which not-so-coincidentally is the same time frame he's been doing yoga. I haven't had one since 2010, but that's more because my dad educated me on warning signs, etc. But even without the panic attacks I was still always feeling that anxiety creeping in. Crowded subways used to be the worst and I would sometimes wait for 2 or 3 to pass by before picking a less crowded one, even if it was only for 1 or 2 stops. Since starting up yoga I've just noticed a lot less anxiety in the general sense, but more specifically its helped dealing with the types of things I know are triggers for me.
I understand that it's the literal act of going to the class that is giving you pause, but I really recommend it. I actually bought a beginner video and did some stuff on my own before going to a beginner class, just so I would be more confident, maybe give that a try.
I never had a full on panic attack. A couple of times, I thought I was going to, but was able to get control before it escalated. Mostly it's that creeping anxiety. Anyway, you make a pretty good pitch for trying out yoga. I am taking a sort of vacation next week (going to visit family because my little brother is graduating from college), but I think when I get back here I'm going to look into signing up for a class.
I'd like to do yoga, not for martial arts purposes but because I sometimes have fairly serious generalized anxiety, but the thought of starting a class and not knowing what I am doing gives me specific anxiety.
I always had trouble sleeping the night before each semester when I was in college. Too many new people and too much uncertainty about the class. Also, I cannot sit in the front row of a class.
Yeah, I was the same way. I don't think it ever occurred to me to try to sit in the front row of a class. I'm about a two-thirds of the way back kind of girl. Not all the way in the back because that's just as noticeable as sitting up front. I really hated classes where we sat in a circle.
I did some Kundalini yoga a while back. I enjoyed the mysticism as much as the health and relaxation benefits -- they were all pretty cool. I didn't get into yoga for any martial arts benefit, but I can see how it'd help, especially with the ground game.
Flanzo, have you boxed or anything? Since last fall I've been boxing, wrestling, and taking jujitsu from a local coach who runs a private dojo at his house. I've been surprised to find how relaxing I find MMA training...and wow, man, that stuff'll flat whip you into shape in no time. A dozen conditioning drills followed by a few three-minute rounds at full intensity, and I am GASSED. I guess I never before appreciated how much skill and endurance it takes for professional fighters to go 12 rounds.
and all that training doesn't come close to the cardio needed to actually fight. It really is mind boggling the first time you experience it. After countless hours of working to complete failure, your body still isn't ready for what fighting puts you through. When you consider that kind of cardio, plus the courage, and that the techniques being used are thousands of years old, it's amazing. The athletes at the top of combat sports are awful.
I did some Kundalini yoga a while back. I enjoyed the mysticism as much as the health and relaxation benefits -- they were all pretty cool. I didn't get into yoga for any martial arts benefit, but I can see how it'd help, especially with the ground game.
Flanzo, have you boxed or anything? Since last fall I've been boxing, wrestling, and taking jujitsu from a local coach who runs a private dojo at his house. I've been surprised to find how relaxing I find MMA training...and wow, man, that stuff'll flat whip you into shape in no time. A dozen conditioning drills followed by a few three-minute rounds at full intensity, and I am GASSED. I guess I never before appreciated how much skill and endurance it takes for professional fighters to go 12 rounds.
and all that training doesn't come close to the cardio needed to actually fight. It really is mind boggling the first time you experience it. After countless hours of working to complete failure, your body still isn't ready for what fighting puts you through. When you consider that kind of cardio, plus the courage, and that the techniques being used are thousands of years old, it's amazing. The athletes at the top of combat sports are awful.
Yeah, exactly, and it's not just the physical conditioning, but the ability to maintain your mental acuity despite what you're going through. Essentially a full-contact chess match.
and all that training doesn't come close to the cardio needed to actually fight. It really is mind boggling the first time you experience it. After countless hours of working to complete failure, your body still isn't ready for what fighting puts you through. When you consider that kind of cardio, plus the courage, and that the techniques being used are thousands of years old, it's amazing. The athletes at the top of combat sports are awful.
Yeah, exactly, and it's not just the physical conditioning, but the ability to maintain your mental acuity despite what you're going through. Essentially a full-contact chess match.
I'll jump on the yoga for anxiety band wagon. It helped get me off daily meds a few years ago, and has kept me pretty level since. On the rare occasion I have a panic attack anymore, I pretty quickly realize how long it's been since I've practiced. A few sun salutations and I'm good to go again. Everyone needs to hit the reset button every now and then. Yay yoga!
So what you yoga folks are saying is that you are into fitness? ;-)
Seriously though, I feel like this could potentially be something for me to experiment with. I've stuttered as long as I remember, and though it wasn't as bad in college I find myself having a hard time to get the words out these days. Perhaps I oughta give this a try and see if I have any progress with my speech.
I was really into Psych the first couple of seasons. I don't watch TV as much in general now, but anytime I happen to catch it I still like it. snappy dialogue, and James Roday has a great comedic physicality.
While there are those here who may agree with this statement, I don't see how anybody could really argue about this. The greatest tv show of all time was clearly Grace Under Fire.
I've only recently gotten into yoga (actually just got back from a class a few hours ago) - but this stuff is seriously awesome. Sure, it kicks my ass - but unlike a typical workout, it doesn't leave me drained but refreshed. It always gives me a pleasant afterglow / natural high for several hours afterwards, not unlike a non-sexual post-orgasmic feeling. I can just feel all the stress and anxiety dripping off me. I kinda want to go back in time and smack some sense into the 13-year old me who once poo-pooed it as extreme stretching. The first time is by far the hardest, so stick with it!
Also, any list of the best TV shows that doesn't mention The Sopranos is automatically null and void.
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I've been in a pretty serious My So-called Life marathon this weekend. Maybe not the best show of all time, but ask any chick in her late 20s-30s, and that show changed her life. And Jordan Cadelono is like so hot.
Except for the way the OP spells, and lack of punctuation. That's not giggle material. 
