Yoga is a practice that can help center you and improve your balance–mentally and physically. While yoga is an all-comers-welcome kind of activity, no one starts out good at it. Like anything else worth having, it takes practice and repetition to get the most benefit. Just remember, says yoga instructor Jason Freskos, yoga is a practice that encourages “letting go”. So when you make mistakes don’t beat yourself up–note them, learn from them, thank them for teaching you, and move on.
If you find yourself making any of these common mistakes while you’re trying yoga classes on for size, don’t worry, you’re not alone. These are very common mistakes and easily fixed! Read on for advice straight from a practicing yoga teacher.