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how young is too young to practice yoga?
robin623
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how young is too young to practice yoga?
I was wondering what people's opinions are about how young is too young to start practicing yoga. Besides the fact that young child have a short attention span and wouldn't be able to sit still long enough; is there an age range where it would be detrimental to their joints. Looking at the practice's intention as a purely physical benefit rather than emotional, or energerically. I made that word up.
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Posted On: 2012/09/20 23:50
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Timothy
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Re:how young is too young to practice yoga?
I'd recommend you ask your doctor or primary medical professional as there are many reasons as to deciding if starting yoga is appropriate for someone.

But I believe if a child asks to learn yoga or wants to join in on your practice then let them. I think teaching them how to meditate and center themselves is much more important than learning asanas as they are already naturally physically balanced.
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Timothy
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Posted On: 2012/11/21 16:31
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