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Lollypopfizz
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Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2007 3:43 am Post subject: Yoga or Pilates?

I went through a bone marrow transplant 6 months ago and i would like to do either yoga or pilates to relax and get some exercise at the same time. which would be better considering my health at the moment? is there a big difference between the two?thanks in advance!

itsELLAx
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Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2007 3:48 am Post subject:

Yoga tends to relax your mind and gets you to focus on something in particular, aswell as doing exercise, and it's more slow and peaceful.Pilates is more about exercise and fitness, it is similar but different as it's not as relaxing.I would recommend Yoga after your transplant, as if you do too much then it might cause stress where the transplant was. So try Yoga.

♥ Angel ♥
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2007 3:48 am Post subject:

Nah Not Really A Big Difference .. But .. I Would Say Pilates Is The Best

Darlene
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2007 3:50 am Post subject:

Yoga..

fitnessbymarilyn
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2007 3:53 am Post subject:

Both are good but I prefer Pilates as it is designed to work your core (ABS). It helps with breathing, alignment and strengthens and tones the body promoting general well being.

grl4god94
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2007 3:55 am Post subject:

Most totally Yoga. Pilates kills me. Serious-I am not flexible at all so I like die. YOGA

bradng78
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2007 3:55 am Post subject:

Yoga. Its not only a form of exercise, improved flexibility , it also relax your mind and improved your spiritual health.

Sofia
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2007 3:56 am Post subject:

I have done yoga and find it so revitalising for the mind and body. After every class you feel so relaxed and refreshed it's a fantastic way of exercise! There is not a massive difference between the two but yoga I know is more relaxing and gentle on the body. So perhaps yoga would be the first thing to try for you after your transplant. If you fancy a change after a while then try pilates later on.Best of luckxx

a new me
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Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2007 3:56 am Post subject:

Yoga is a more than just exercise, it has its roots in breathing, relaxing, stretching and concentration - thus it can become more a life style. Pilates is excellent as a non weight bearing, muscle strengthening exercise and does promote all round fitness. In your position I would opt for the yoga and start with simple exercises, maybe try to take on some meditation for inner strength as well. Good luck with whatever you decide - as I say both are very good.

stainless steven
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2007 4:05 am Post subject:

There are so many levels with yoga. You need to try the basic which is Hatha Yoga. This is simply very slow stretching movements. Leave pilates for a year at least.

idance
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2007 4:18 am Post subject:

Well, I do pilates and it is extremely hard so it think it might be stressful on your body but I do a "pilates intensive" so I'm not sure how hard normal pilates is. I used to do yoga and it was very relaxing but still gave a still exercise. What I think would be best for you is yogalates (I don't know if I spelled that right but it's a mix of it) There are a lot of yogalates classes out there now so it shouldn't be too hard to find. Good luck!

mrs bean
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Oct 07, 2007 4:21 am Post subject:

Hi Lollipop, I am a nurse so both my colleagues and I suffer from back problems. I would recommend Pilates first, as it is a more gentle approach. When you get better you can always try yoga. Good luck and get well soonForgot to tell you I have arthritis and it is OK for me.

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