Yoga for Beginners Part 1

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Yoga for Beginners Part 1

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16 жыл бұрын

www.ekhartyoga... Yoga for beginners Part 1. Here is a yoga sequence to help you start your yoga practice at home. Make sure you practice yoga for beginners part 2 and part 3 as well. By then you're ready to try out some of the other yoga videos!
This is one of the first yoga videos Esther Ekhart posted to KZfaq to help share her love of yoga with as many people as possible. She went on to found EkhartYoga.com ekhartyoga.com/
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@Lilmisscostumedrama Жыл бұрын

Coming back to this after nearly 11 years! ❤

@Ekhartyoga 10 жыл бұрын

*Wow! That was 5 years ago!* We did come a long way since, the quality is definitely better these days. Can you imagine this video has been watched 5,700,913 times?? Thanks everyone for watching.

@phnv 5 жыл бұрын

When I first watched these videos I had a dial-up connection and had to wait until it was loaded to watch. Those were bad days, I had no money and really needed yoga classes - this was my first and I'm stil doing it. Thanks a lot, Esther! Best regards from Brazil

@kotikmiaw 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video🙏, this is now my go to video for morning yoga on my terrace on costa del sol, Spain ☀️

@saurabhdada1602 9 жыл бұрын

PROUD TO BE AN INDIAN. FEEL HAPPY THAT YOGA IS GIVING NEW LIFE TO ALL PEOPLE OF THE WORLD.

@silentOliver 11 жыл бұрын

These videos were the best thing I could have ever done. I began with no previous knowledge of yoga, I had knee problems that hindered even the slightest activity. After doing this sequence for a week, I was able to go back to running miles every day, and depend on these videos for my knee problems and overall health. Thank you and keep posting please!!

@yogawithkassandra 9 жыл бұрын

This is such a fantastic class!

@Ekhartyoga 14 жыл бұрын

Wow! A million views! Thanks everyone for watching. Esther and the Yogatic team.

@Ekhartyoga 15 жыл бұрын

You can practice the warm up, beginners part 1,2 and 3. once you're ok with those, just start experimenting with some of the other video's. Have fun! Esther

@hanaB2790 13 жыл бұрын

I loved my yoga classes,I used to take them at my college for a credit,it had amazing music and I never missed a day.....yoga is my stress-reliever =]

@Ekhartyoga 12 жыл бұрын

WOW! 4.000.000 views, thanks a lot everyone for watching and supporting me. Have look at my channel to see the latest Yoga videos. Have you already subscribed to stay up to date with new releases and news? ♥ ♥ Esther

@Ekhartyoga 15 жыл бұрын

You can practice yoga as much as you want, twice a day is great, once a day is good too, add on to this sequence with the yoga for beginners part 2 and 3, when you get this to lengthen the sequence and than start trying some of the other sequences out. Hope this helps, All the best..

@Ekhartyoga 15 жыл бұрын

Hi, 17 is a great age to start your yoga. Find a beginners class and I'm sure you will be fine. Everybody is the same in the beginning we all need to learn, that's perfectly fine. Yoga is non competitive, everybody takes it at her/his own pace. Yoga is great for relaxing by balancing the body, it is going to benefit you greatly, trust me, go for it!!! Let me know how you get on. Esther

@sazpots 15 жыл бұрын

The three videos are brilliant. I'm totally new to yoga, so they are perfect. All the moves are learnt carefully and correctly then put them all together for a sun salutation. Brilliant! Esther and Yogatic, thank you!!

@Ekhartyoga 15 жыл бұрын

Hi Halewena9, Welcome to yoga! do as much as feels good, just don't push it! It really depends on how fit or unfit you are...You can try and do the 3 beginners ones to start with, if 3 are too much start with 1 and add one as soon as the one feels easy enough! Enjoy doing it and listen to what your body tells you! Esther

@shiv409 14 жыл бұрын

This woman....really has a way of communicating...that she makes you want to learn......Her meditation is also awesome......I would recommend this lady and her teaching to any-one....she is fab.... :-)

@Stuckinabucketagain 14 жыл бұрын

Yay its online! i'm glad! iv never done yoga before and instead of embarrassing myself in front of a class, i can do it in the comfort of my own home~ THANK YOU KZfaq!~

@Katwashere71 7 жыл бұрын

AT LAST A REAL beginners class, most say for beginners but they are not.... THIS ONE IS xx THANKYOU so much x

@Princess9847 14 жыл бұрын

please dont stop making these videos! EVER! you are awesome!

@WithLoveFromKay 14 жыл бұрын

I love yoga! I actually used to dispise it when i was 15 years old. Now i'm 18 turning 19 very soon and i appreciate everything it benefits me.

@DanaChrisler 13 жыл бұрын

After 4 months of back problems and re injuring my back again I am trying Yoga. Your calm and pleasant approach and clear instruction have gotten me started on a path to wellness. Thank you

@bronze95 13 жыл бұрын

I'm a complete beginner and watching these videos literely make me want to give up! HOW IS SHE THAT FLEXIBLE!

@MrGreenLand 9 жыл бұрын

I've never done yoga before, don't even have a mat. Thanks Esther, this was a great simple exercise for beginners, not too long or tricky. A great way to wake up my stiff body in the morning!

@christoperfect 14 жыл бұрын

I'm an extremely tense person. I'm also a somewhat inactive person (now). After watching/doing this video once I could feel a strange relaxation and a very pleasing ease of movement throughout my hips and an instant improvement in my posture. I've just discovered yoga for myself and I'm VERY excited. Thanks for this video!

@davidlafleche1142 Жыл бұрын

"Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest" (Matthew 11:28, KJV).

@ThePrissy55 13 жыл бұрын

I'm barely starting to do any of this, and after this video, i can definitly feel it. Good for someone who is just starting.

@angelboi88 14 жыл бұрын

This looks really simple but is very tiring in the end. I feel my muscles all stretching, and now I feel so relaxed after the yoga.

@saturneno3777 12 жыл бұрын

Thanks Esther for making it easy to get into yoga, best beginner videos I have seen, and I have browsed a lot of them.

@lucyedinburgh 14 жыл бұрын

I am trying to get back into my yoga routine after being run around by the gov on disability for 30 years. I have cousins from India I learned all this from, but the British side of the family thinks it is evil for women to get into these poses. Just some background to show how grateful I am you have put these videos online. I can not afford to take classes, so this is reminding me how to do the poses. I am asking the heavens to Bless You for being so kind and unselfish. namaste'♪

@misskittykitchen 15 жыл бұрын

This really is a perfect example of beginner yoga. These a very basic asanas by my standards and I have only been practicing for a month. Everybody moves at a different pace with yoga, but that's no reason to diss the video...

@spannermonkey67 12 жыл бұрын

The most helpful yoga series on the net.So easy to follow Either is a wonderful teacher.AND IT'S ALL FREE!!

@Ekhartyoga 13 жыл бұрын

@PrincessRawr1 Hi, I would call it working your edge, sounds better :-). So its about finding your edge, and gently working it a little to a degree that your body doesn't go and lock up on you to protect itself. This takes practice, to find that place where you work your edge , but not push it! I will make more vids on flexibility soon :)

@Pilgrim041588 12 жыл бұрын

You are the best Esther! I started practicing yoga to help me with rock climbing and your videos are great! Thank you!!!

@laurenjay765 12 жыл бұрын

I have a really stiff back and my knees hurt. After doing this lesson, my knees and back feel awesome! Thank you!

@frogmistres 15 жыл бұрын

I am over weight and have been doing yoga for about 2 months now... and I love it, it is a great way to stretch out after a work out. :)

@LolaArmyBrat 14 жыл бұрын

From what I understand from my instructor, it's more about keeping your spine aligned and your hands making contact with the floor. It's okay to bend your knees a little until you get it.

@Ekhartyoga 14 жыл бұрын

@pinaygemstone It can definitely help to tone your body and loose excess weight. Look at my series yoga for weight loss on the website. There is a search box on the home page if you fill in yoga for weight loss the 4part series will come up!

@dayveetea 13 жыл бұрын

These videos are proving extremely useful for me both mentally and physically so I'd just like to say thanks.

@Gollsodia 11 жыл бұрын

I did them all the first time. Just go on when you feel comfortable with what you're currently doing.

@weknowyummyproducts189 12 жыл бұрын

I'm from India. I've mastered Hatha Yoga Postures in which I've more than 30yrs experience now. I like this video too.

@Ekhartyoga 11 жыл бұрын

Yes, it is perfect for beginners. if you want more , go have a look on my website

@njmajin 11 жыл бұрын

I saw a comment that said to not do yoga because involves spiritual practice. Yoga is sometimes used for spiritual practice but does not have to be. For instance I am using it to become more balanced and lithe. This video was very helpful and my compliments to the instructor. I will look at her other videos to widen my knowledge on yoga poses.

@istayinbed 14 жыл бұрын

Hi Esther. I have been doing your classes for 4 days and already feel the difference in myself and body. Hopefully my flexibility and stamina will increase for the future. it probably is the best way to start my day

@lenka_plasma8170 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the perfect class.I do yoga for three months and I love it.

@spensmom 15 жыл бұрын

I just wanted to thank you. I've never done yoga before and thought I would try it and I feel great. Again thank you.

@JasonGorr 13 жыл бұрын

I'm a 17 year old male, and I thought I would never try yoga, but that was amazing, I feel great!!!

@Savtr1 12 жыл бұрын

I suffer from chronic back pain and have done for the last 4 years, I have let my pain take over and learnt to live with the pain. I am 24 and need to be healthier and fitter so I am giving Yoga a go. The only problem is I am so inflexible that I cannot touch my knees without bending my them. I struggle to get socks on in the morning and getting my trousers on too.

@healinggrounds19 12 жыл бұрын

I love your videos and show them to my massage therapy students all the time!

@LQTMyahh 13 жыл бұрын

this is one of the best beginner yoga workouts ive seen on youtube thank you for going slow and explaining everything thank you soo much for this =]

@alr3298 11 жыл бұрын

What can I say except you are one of the best teachers in the world

@JadeSperry 13 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your wonderful videos Esther! This channel was recommended to me by a friend as I've been recently diagnosed with Arthritis. I'm happy that I can now do Yoga again after a year of not being able to exercise much. Cheers and thank you for the routines!

@rupydisease 13 жыл бұрын

Thank you, this has been great and educational for us beginners. It helps to remove fear of whether one can do this or not, and encouraged me to give it a try!

@stefaniadeac8195 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting this video! It really helped me and I can't wait to watch the other videos. Your explanations were very hepfull and I hope you continue posting videos like that.

@KTblondie28 12 жыл бұрын

as soon as you feel that the beginners yoga is really easy and no longer a challenge.

@vballplayerz 14 жыл бұрын

It helped my thighs more than my waist it seemed. I'm happy you did these videos because I do not want to pay to go to classes on yoga.

@tashienumber1hater 14 жыл бұрын

I'm really tense and stressed and need total relaxation, hoping you're videos will help me out!

@leisaandben 14 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much ive wanted to get into yoga for so long its so hard to find somewhere good and to find babsiters this is so convienent and esther is such a nice teacher.Thanks YOGATIC i look forward to feeling and looking healthier and happy

@RoseMajere 14 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your wonderful KZfaq channel. I've checked out a few yoga classes in my city, but I've never ever found one I liked. Disappointed and discouraged, I came across your videos here... and I fell in love with yoga instantly! Your instructions are very clear and pace is great for beginners. Keep up your terrific work! :)

@TaiMurong 11 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking of starting yoga this year and so far this is the the best video! Its very easy to follow.

@mrlucius57 11 жыл бұрын

thank you for this, I've been trying to start doing yoga for a while but no video was simple enough for me. thank you!

@SuperNada2020 13 жыл бұрын

You are great, Esther, I love your videos! They make me so relaxed and relieve me from stress.

@run4everon 14 жыл бұрын

I LOVE YOUR ACCENT!!!!. i lived in NL for 2 years and i havent been there for 2 years. miss your language and accents so bad.... hat is the mos random blessing ive ever had...

@kahea2018 14 жыл бұрын

This is the best beginners Yoga vid I have ever done! Thank you for making it simple and relaxing. Peace

@SueNichols 11 жыл бұрын

Both my knees are really bad and this was my first time trying Yoga. I have to say I liked it and it really didn't bother my knees much. I need to be healthier but use low impact exercise too. I plan to continue to follow your videos. Thank you so much!!

@Ekhartyoga 15 жыл бұрын

That would be very good, than go to Pt 2 and 3. You can do it more often as well.

@GeoOneloveHipHop 13 жыл бұрын

great video! im happy you mentioned about the breathing techniques, sometimes people dont realise how important is it to correctly breath while doing yoga. peace to you and yours x

@TalChapman 13 жыл бұрын

This is GREAT, exactly what I've been looking for! Keeps it short and accessible so I can realistically fit a small session in every day without imposing on my time and other responsibilities too much. I also like the additional sessions for when I'm ready to stretch my wings! I'm a supple-ish 30-something novice who's tried yoga a few times before but never managed to keep at it - then again, I haven't found something like this video before! Thanks Esther - Hopefully this time...

@marissajrod 12 жыл бұрын

As a gymnast and a dancer, I was heartbroken when I lost my R and L full split. I just did your 10 minute video and am sitting comfortably in full splits again. I adore you.

@DirtxInxThexGround 14 жыл бұрын

Great instructional video. I have congenital dislocation in my left hip but I found most of the moves easy on my hip. So thank you for the beginner stuff!

@shadowmink888 12 жыл бұрын

EXCELLENT! I A HAVE BEEN DOING YOGA FOR 5 YEARS NOW AND SO THANKFUL MY INSTRUCTOR KNEW WHAT IS SAFE TO DO, THIS LADY ON THE VIDEO IS ALSO WISE AND HELPFUL! KEEP THEM SHOULDERS RELAXED LADIES,

@Ekhartyoga 14 жыл бұрын

@hiimnew2005 Hey, try my yoga for weight loss series, you'll like them. Go to my website yogatic.com and put in the search button yoga for weightloss. You'll find them that way! KZfaq won't let me leave a link here for you.

@SyidaNick 13 жыл бұрын

I love this video. I download this video, save and play it on my smart phone. So it's easy for me to follow the steps. Thanks so much Esther.

@xxannxx87 15 жыл бұрын

Erg leuk en fijn dat dit op youtube is gezet. Ik heb er heel veel aan! Bedankt!

@Ekhartyoga 14 жыл бұрын

@greensuperfood709 It can surely help, don't push it though. I made different video's about yoga for hips, If you type yoga for hips in the searchbox on the home page you'll find the video's. Can't leave links here, they won't post it :)

@stoltobot 14 жыл бұрын

thanks. I was looking for some good stretching exercises to limber up my body before I run/work-out. I'm gonna try using your beginner yoga videos

@Ekhartyoga 15 жыл бұрын

hold the poses anywhere between the 5-15 breaths, holding them longer works more on your stamina. sometime it takes time for your spine to lengthen, think about it in your daily life to stand straight and imagine space between the vertebrae, this will have an effect on your practice! good luck..

@FitFirmFabulous 10 жыл бұрын

Yoga is amazing! If you really want to connect your body and mind, become more flexible and look your very best, you can do it through yoga. There´s no other seriese of movements that does as much for your "whole" body...

@psyche8 15 жыл бұрын

Haha, I just wanted to say that when I read your answer. I'm Dutch too, but I study English, and I recognized your accent as being really really Dutch. I started yoga yesterday literally, at my local gym. I really like this sequence, thanks! Now I have something to do at home too.

@Bonnielieby 12 жыл бұрын

Thank you Esther, is very instructive! I´m a Yoga teacher, but I live in Argentine and I want to live in USA the next year, and I need to prepare my English vocabulary. Your videos are help me. Kisses!!!

@jennarentz 14 жыл бұрын

i could listen to her talk all day

@fobsta213 11 жыл бұрын

This is really nicee. It makes me appreciate how anyone can develop a beautiful form, physical and mental..

@mrsamo17 12 жыл бұрын

beautiful beginner's practice, I started my yoga journey 2 yrs ago. I'm way more flexible now & i started with the basics. Kinda

@adamina92 14 жыл бұрын

hey yogatic, dankje voor alles, ik zit sinds gisteren yoga te doen en ik ben er nu al heel blij mee

@shlpsub1000 14 жыл бұрын

I could only manage the first pose! Thank you for clear directions,

@SweptAway5 14 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I find your videos helpful!! Thank you. Please keep on doing what you're doing with these videos. :) They are great, and you are a good instructor!!

@The1lostcause 12 жыл бұрын

Thank You for sharing, I feel like I am Catching on quick. Thanks again for having the heart of a teacher....

@MAlexandra152 13 жыл бұрын

This video is great :) I love this routine and progression of moves. It feels so good, and it helps me do yoga more often. :D

@aquietseason 13 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for this! I'd suggest for some people to try a yoga breathing video first -- I tried this video on its own (after not doing anything yoga related for a few years), then again after watching a yoga breathing for beginners video, and it made a lot of difference for me. I look forward to trying your other videos!

@playmovingpictures 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you. We love you for your kindness and care.

@Copycatyoga 11 жыл бұрын

Wonderful videos! You are helping so many people learn yoga. What a amazing gift.

@KellyCotiaux 12 жыл бұрын

I decided to really get serious with fitness. And I am thinking of adding Yoga. Thank you for this video. I can do it alone and get comfortable before I decide to attend a class.

@Yadival82 12 жыл бұрын

I really liked this. I've been incorporating lots of cardio lately and I SOOO need to stretch. Thx!

@Tired1979 12 жыл бұрын

the gnc ad at the beginning motivates me more than the video

@dconrad000 14 жыл бұрын

Thank you for what you are doing, Esther.

@lhiatt2 12 жыл бұрын

This was great! I take a yoga class at my office gym and it is anything but a beginner's class. So hard to keep up. This video was clear and really explained the basic poses! I will continue to practice with your videos with hopes of somewhat catching up in my regular yoga class!

@dowfhg 13 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your work!! This is awesome and Im so happy that people take their time to make videos like this :)

@djmajor2095 3 жыл бұрын

love this. thank you!

@clairechaffin9520 12 жыл бұрын

You have so helpful and I love videos! Thanks Esther!

@catandpiddle 13 жыл бұрын

this is clear, easy to follow and well thought out. I appreciate your effort in presenting this to us all. thank you!

@Ekhartyoga 15 жыл бұрын

Sorry, I'll try to go a bit slower in pt 3. I am also making a DVD which will go slower too, all the best, Esther

@beckymitchell2101 15 жыл бұрын

hey thanks! ive always fancied trying yoga, and the classes are just too expensive! so this video is great!! thank you!!

@AlbaYogaAcademy 11 жыл бұрын

Awesome to get some tips on how to spice up my beginners class. Thanks so much Ekhart :)

@xioutube 14 жыл бұрын

I'm a strong believer in not going to gyms for getting slim, I'm 22 (male) and was 190 during the summer. Now, 175 and in great shape since I started exercising at home. I just use a resistance band and for dumbells I place books in backpacks and weigh it out on my scale. :D