MamasHealth.com Home Yoga Information Pages Back Bender Blocks Chair poses Clothes Crow pose Evening stretches Gear Guide Gloves Mat Yoga ab workouts Yoga and asthma Yoga and blood pressure Yoga and digestion Yoga balance Yoga benefits Yoga cleansing Yoga core Yoga for backpackers Yoga for dancers Yoga for golfers Yoga for snow boarders Yoga for tri athletes Yoga heals headaches Yoga heart openers Yoga helps depression Yoga meditations Yoga memory Yoga precautions Yoga leg strength Yoga strength Yoga thighs Yoga tips Links Email Mama	Yoga Precautions Talk to your doctor You should talk to your doctor to make sure practicing yoga will not worsen any conditions you currently have. Never practice any yoga techniques under the influence of alcohol. If you are pregnant, notify the instructor for special guidelines. Never practice any yoga techniques under the influence of mind altering drugs. If you have a disability, consult both with their medical practitioner and their yoga teacher to assess any dangers or difficulties which may occur. There are no hard and fast dietary rules necessary to begin the practice of yoga. You do not have to give up smoking, become vegetarian, or be a purist to learn yoga. During your yoga practice, try to keep your awareness on what you are doing. Try not to be concerned with others in the class or outside the room. Proceed slowly and carefully. Follow the instructions exactly. Never force or strain to get into a specific position. Relax briefly between each practice. Learn to distinguish between pain and sensation. If you are in pain, you should stop. Do not wear heavy perfumes. The effect of heavy perfumes can be overpowering in a yoga environment. If a position is uncomfortable, don't do it.	Advertise on MamasHealth.com
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