I took my first yoga class many years ago, and I remember feeling incredibly nervous. I was worried I wouldn't be able to keep up and that people around me would judge me for my lack of flexibility and coordination. I also felt overwhelmed by doing something unfamiliar for 90 minutes (yikes!). If you're thinking about attending a yoga class and you have similar feelings, know that you're not alone. Many people experience first-time jitters.
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As women, I know the last thing we want during our period is to be active. The fatigue, the dull aches and pains, and the bloating can really be a bugger. But as much as we want to stay curled in a tight ball, we should actually move. Aerobic exercise (ex. walking, running, swimming) and yoga have been proven to decrease the severity of menstrual cramps.
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