A friend of mine recently posted something about how by February 7, most people who start an exercise in January will drop off. New Years resolutions (if they are life changing) are very hard to maintain without a level of discipline and realistic expectations.
I have been seeing an uptick in people in my Yoga classes which is both good and bad from my perspective. It is good to see classes with more than a few people and they do bring additional energy into class. Having to cram people into a classroom is a challenge. It is good that I always come early unless there is a class right before mine. Teachers have to spend some time showing people who are new to Yoga the nuances of poses but that is to be expected. It does pain me, however, seeing people taking a hot class for their first one as it can be a turn off if the instructor tends to have a hard flow class.
Keeping that January resolution is important and dropping just makes it harder the next year.. I read somewhere (and you can't believe all that you read) that only 12% of people stay committed to their January get fit resolution. That is a pretty sad percentage.
I think people who are new to Yoga need to do a little basic research. It will mean a world of difference if they have some knowledge and confidence before they step into a studio. One of my first posts is a good way to get acclimated.
http://middleagedyoga.blogspot.com/2013/03/starting.html
A smart studio should think about offering (and advertising) free introductory classes maybe one time a month to introduce people to what Yoga. The cost is low to them (just the instructor's hours) and it could bring in new members.
If you have started, keep it up, and remember, it is both Diet and exercise.
Namaste.
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