First off, always go to yoga class with an empty stomach. It is always advisable to never eat a heavy dinner before doing any type exercise and that is especially true when it comes to yoga. After all yoga is all about bending and stretching as well as twisting and lengthening. You wouldn’t want to eat a big meal right before attending class because with these types of movements would result in cramping up or feeling nauseous if you should exercise on a full stomach.

If you have a bad back or sprained ankle, then let your yoga class instructor know about your limitations before class. Once your class instructor knows your condition then she will let you know what adjusted versions of the yoga poses that you need to do or let you know to skip any poses that may worsen your condition.

When attending yoga class, be sure to leave the outside world at the door when you come in. The whole purpose of the yoga class is to help you to forget the ever day stresses of life so that your mind can be completely focused on yoga. You sure don’t want to have any distractions such as a cell phone or pager to disrupt your focus as well as your fellow classmates.

Bring your own towel and yoga mat if you need to and don’t wear any perfumes or strong scents.  Always try to be on time for class was well as not leave early. If the yoga class is for sixty minutes then you want to get everything that you can out of the whole time for the class and not miss anything. Also remember that coming in late for class will disrupt everyone else including your yoga class teacher.  Follow these few general tips and you will greatly benefit from your yoga practice.