What should I bring?

Bring a yoga mat, a large towel, and a bottle of water. If you don’t have one of those items, no worries! Everything is available at the studio for rental or purchase. Wear something you’re comfortable working out in and drenching in sweat.

How much water should I drink?

The key is to be well hydrated before you come to class. That means drink enough water throughout the day, and that will  vary depending on your weight, the food you eat, how much you sweat during class and also how active you are  throughout the day. Aim to drink between 2 – 3 liters of water a day…. more on the days you’re going to practice. Just  avoid chugging it down right before class as it will only give you an uncomfortably full stomach, and drinking too much  during class will inevitably make any postures where you are compressing your abdomen or laying on your belly that much harder.

What if I have to leave the room?

Generally it’s better to stay in the room, especially when you first start out. You can always sit down or lie down and we will show you the proper breathing method to assist in your circulation. It’s normal to feel slightly dizzy or nauseous your first class, this gets better. Be patient with your body and take breaks when you need to. Of course, if there’s ever an emergency, take care of yourself and our teachers will always be there to assist you in any way that we can.

My muscles are cramping during class, what can I do?

Your best friend besides water is going to be electrolytes! If you’re asking what the heck are electrolytes- they’re basically ions that are electrically charged and help maintain proper function of your cells in your body. When there’s an imbalance  of your electrolytes, your muscles respond by cramping. A great solution for class is to drink coconut water or to have some electrolyte packets handy. Luckily electrolyte levels are mostly determined by food and water consumption so keeping the right balance simply comes down to eating proper nutrition.

Will yoga resolve my… lower back pain, knee pain, hip pain, et cetera?

Yoga will teach you how to diagnose any issues or pain you might be having, and will allow you to have a deeper understanding of and connection to your body. Through practicing this series you will empower yourself to learn to use these postures as tools to help heal and alleviate pain. If there are serious injuries we can work with you to figure out how to modify, and of course will always ask that you discuss medical details with your health practitioner.

Why is the room heated?

At Stretch, we don’t use any props such as ropes, pulleys, bars etc. In order to protect your muscles to allow for deeper stretching, we use the 105 degree heat as that promotes warming of your muscles in a safe and effective way. The heat activates your lymphatic system to aid in detoxification of your body through your sweat as well as compression of your organs and glands. It also improves your immune system by increasing the body’s core  temperature and increases your heart rate and thins blood for a better cardiovascular exercise. It also improves strength by putting muscle tissue in an optimal state for revitalization and reorganization of the lipids (fat) in your muscular structure.

How can I learn more?

Come take class. Be receptive and open to change. As long as you come with an open mind and good attitude, the changes and learning will never stop. Our team of teachers teach yoga because we truly believe in it. We are passionate  about healing ourselves and also empowering our students to do the same. We are always around to talk before and after class and available to answer any questions or discuss any concerns. See you in the hot room!