In the Shala and before
Stop eating (solid or heavy meals) at least 3 hours before practice.
Take a shower, and don’t wear any perfume or deodorant before practice, please.
In the case of of injury , pregnancy or specific illness, please consult the teacher before practicing.
During the first 3 days of menstruation, take rest from practice… known in mysore as “lady’s holiday”.
Suggestions
Remember that the body is made of bones, muscle, ligament etc.. and not of rubber, So be gentle with your self!
Look for a practice of balance between effort and letting go, Abhyasa Vairagya . Don’t push and don’t get lazy.
Changes are happening all the time, be patient, present, And alert. Remind yourself that there is no hurry.
As Guruji (The affectionate name for Sri K. Pattabhi Jois) says :
”Do your practice and all is coming”.
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