1.    Know what class you are attending- You do not want to walk into an advanced class on your first day.

2.    Do your research - Look up different types of adapted yoga moves before attending your first class so you will be prepared and know how to adapt the class for yourself.

3.    Dress appropriately - Make sure that you are wearing clothing that you can move and stretch easily in.

4.    Introduce yourself to the instructor - Before class begins introduce yourself to the instructor and let them know that you may be adapting some poses to work better for you.

5.    Mix yoga poses with rest - You may not be able to complete a full class the first time you attend.  Be sure to incorporate some resting poses whenever you feel they are necessary.

6.    Focus on your own personal practice – Do not compare yourself to others in the room.  Everyone's yoga practice will not look the same.  Also, make sure to move at your own pace.

7.    Define your practice - Know what you want to get out of the practice and continue working towards that goal.

8.    Become an artist yourself - You know your body best, therefore you will know how best to adapt the practice to fit your own needs.

9.    Quiet the voices in your head - You know those voices that say you can’t or the ones that say yoga is not for you. Tell them to take a hike and visualize success.

10.    If all else fails - JUST BREATHE!

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