Top 12 Yoga tips to remember

1. The best time for practicing Yoga is in the morning. It is the only time when the mind is calm, and fresh and the body movements can be performed with considerable ease and vigor.
2. Never attempt to practice yoga while under the influence of alcohol or drugs (including prescribed drugs) which may alter your ability to stay alert to your physical capacities and could result in injury.
3. To practice Yoga you must choose a place which is calm, quiet, ventilated, dust free, moisture free and distraction free.
4. Before starting Yoga, you must clear your bowels and bladder; clean your nostrils and throat of all mucus. You must also drink a glass of lukewarm water.
5. Like all other work outs you must begin with easy poses, thereafter you can advance to the tough ones. Be systematic.
6. Listen to your body, and if you feel burning sensations or otherwise injury, stop. Don't wait for the teacher's instructions.
7. Yoga must energize and not cause weariness and depression.
8. You must take breaks in between if a particular step or exercise proves tiring.
9. Your diet should be a balanced and you should eat after an interval of 4 hours. The quantity of food should be such that it satisfies your appetite. Over eating and fasting should be avoided.
10. Yoga clothing should be loose and as comfortable as possible. Form-fitting cotton/Lycra pants and shirts are the best.
11. While performing Yoga your breathing should be long and deep. You must remember to keep your mouth close and inhale and exhale only through the nose.
12. You should always keep a Yoga mat made of some comfortable materials.