DO’S:
Sauna is a Greek word that means cleanliness. This is an essential prerequisite to practicing Yoga. Source means cleanliness in the environment, body, and mind.
Asanas should not be done with a full stomach. If you feel weak, take a small amount of honey with lukewarm liquid.
Before beginning Yogic practices, emptying your bladder and bowels is important.
As it helps to create a relaxed environment, practice sessions should begin with a prayer or invocation.
Yogic practices should be done slowly and relaxed, paying attention to the body, breath, and surroundings.
To avoid injury, you must warm up and loosen up before performing asanas.
Slowly do asanas and practice to advance.
Satvik food is a good choice.
Before you start your yoga practice, make sure to stay hydrated
Comfortable and supportive clothing is recommended. To allow for easy movement, light and comfortable cotton clothing is preferred.
It would help if you practiced Yoga in a well-ventilated room with a nice breeze.
Yogasanas can be done on a mat that has a firm grip.
When performing Yogasanas, be aware of your breathing.
To cool off, complete the yoga session by adding relaxation techniques
Do not hold your breath during practice if it is not specifically mentioned.
Except where instructed, breathing should always be through the nose.
Don’t hold your body in a tight spot or make undue jerks.
It would help if you did the exercises according to your ability. You will take some time to see results, so it is important to practice consistently and persistently.
Yoga practices can have contra-indications or limitations.
A yoga session should conclude with meditation/deep silence/ Sankalpa/Santi path, etc.
DON’TS:
Yoga should never be done in an exhaustion state, in sickness, hurry, or under severe stress.
Regular yoga practice should be avoided by women, especially during menstruation. Instead, you can try pranayama and relaxation techniques.
Do not do Yoga right after eating. Do not do Yoga immediately after eating.
After Yoga, don’t shower, drink water, or eat for more than 30 minutes.
Yoga Practice should be stopped during illness, surgery, and other sprains. After consulting with experts, they can resume Yoga.
After Yoga, don’t do any strenuous exercise.
Avoid practicing Yoga in extreme and adverse weather conditions (too cold, too hot, or too humid).
According to yoga texts, one must follow the Yamas (or restraints) as outlined in the Yoga texts for spiritual seekers. These are the fundamental principles that must be followed to achieve spiritual growth.