Yoga for Addiction Recovery at Flow Yoga Georgetown

Mar 9, 2026 from 8:15-10pm
at Flow Yoga Georgetown

Yoga helps with lung capacity like a deep breath of fresh air, expanding your lungs and increasing your oxygen intake. It can help improve respiratory function, increase lung capacity, and reduce symptoms of asthma and other respiratory conditions. Plus, it's a lot more enjoyable than huffing and puffing on a treadmill.

Yoga helps with strength like a personal trainer, only without the weight machines and mirrors. It can help you build lean muscle mass, increase flexibility, and improve overall body composition. Plus, it's a lot more peaceful than a crowded gym.

There are many different types of yoga, each with their own focus and approach. Some of the most common include:

• Ashtanga: a dynamic and physically demanding practice
• Bikram: a series of 26 postures and two breathing exercises, practiced in a heated room
• Iyengar: a meticulous style that emphasizes proper alignment and the use of props
• Kundalini: a spiritual practice that involves chanting, meditation, and dynamic movement
• Restorative: a gentle practice that uses props to support the body in passive postures.

To prevent injuries during yoga practice, treat your body like a delicate flower – with care and respect. Warm up properly, listen to your body, and don't push yourself too far. And remember, it's better to take a break and rest than to force yourself into a pose that could lead to injury.

How often you practice yoga is like how often you brush your teeth. Ideally, you should aim for at least 3-5 times a week for optimal benefits, but even once a week is better than nothing. Just like brushing your teeth, the more you do it, the better you'll feel. And trust me, nobody likes a smelly yogi.