Beginner Yoga for Bigger Bodies

[@sharonhenshaw475]

I’ve tried to start yoga before many times but never able to get past a few minutes as not able to get into required positions. This experience was totally different, completely inclusive and I know this time I’ll be able to succeed and develop with Zelinda’s utterly helpful guidance and encouragement!

[@tathyholmanzi]

I'm not a native english speaker but as I failed to find any yoga classes for bigger bodies in my language, I am very glad I find it here. Your slow and kind speaking makes it easier for me to understand and also I felt relaxed and thankful for you and your work. So thank you once again for thinking that we deserve practicing yoga too.

[@Hannah-mc1cl]

Thank you! I have had a really hard time finding yoga for bigger bodies. I would LOVE to see more videos of this type! I wish there were more creators on KZbin doing this. Thank you for this video.

[@yogawithzelinda]

Hi Hannah, You're welcome! Here are some of my Bigger Bodies videos: Gentle Yoga for Bigger Bodies - kzbin.info/www/bejne/sIbRm32af86nhtk Moderate Yoga for Bigger Bodies - kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXOQnYtvhtGAfsU Moderate Yoga for Bigger Bodies: For Experienced Yogis - kzbin.info/www/bejne/kKLFfaSKjrWfnbs Morning Sun Salutations for Bigger Bodies - kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5vCp4l7h8mBrZo Strengthening Yoga for Bigger Bodies - kzbin.info/www/bejne/g4aTeXlsiM5-Zq8 And this is a playlist of videos that are appropriate for people with bigger bodies: kzbin.info/aero/PLFr6eAcUWqfCdwctVKlL3MuRf4gj0nL_o Please let me know if you have any questions along the way! :)

[@jimdehart1859]

This video and yoga routine was EXACTLY what I was hoping for. Her sensitivity and knowledge of the issues that larger bodies have is truly helpful as I begin my fitness journey. Thank you Zelinda and Yoga room!

[@yogawithzelinda]

Hello Jim, you’re most welcome! I’m glad you found it helpful. All of my instruction is designed for people with all kinds of bodies, so please feel welcome to try any videos on my channel. And here is the playlist of all my Bigger Bodies practice videos: kzbin.info/aero/PLFr6eAcUWqfDoysc6gtxbFGUKRnq64DZA

[@julia279]

I always thought as a large size body I'm just not capable of yoga. Today I woke up and decided to give it another go. I opened KZbin this time, instead of paying for gymondo & co and the first video I found was yours. I am so grateful! For the first time the movements almost felt natural and I never felt like this. Thank you SO much for this wholesome, inclusive and healing experience!

[@Thelastsong96]

Oh my gosh thank you . I have been overweight since 2019. I haven’t worked out much never knowing how to do stretching and other exercises. 27 year old with severe back pain here

[@lydialay3174]

Thank you for posting this. I am at my biggest size ever almost 500lbs and finding yoga like this is awesome!

[@yogawithzelinda]

Hello Lydia, I’m glad you’re enjoying my videos! Please reach out if you have any questions. 🙂

[@Fh8919]

Thanks! I am only a bit overweight, but my body is in such a poor state, the other yoga vids were way too difficult. This one is manageable

[@lyricalliana]

This was SO great - not only the postures, the lovely demonstrator but the sound of your gentle voice. Thank you so much for posting and making me enabled by doing poses I can manage, Kind regards Liana (Australia)

[@krissygee9486]

My first time trying yoga and I couldn't have found a better video!! Thank you to both beautiful ladies

[@martacapraro849]

Hey! Ciao from Italy. Thank you for this video. I thought that as a plus size I couldn't practice yoga or anything like that. It's my second week of practice with this video. I feel more calm, more aware of my body that I'm beggining to accept. Thank youuu again

[@kat_mummy]

I’ve never done yoga before and I’m recovering from severe Covid so cannot do any cardio. This video was recommended to me on the Second Nature app and I really enjoyed it and can feel the benefit, thank you.

[@AssassinSarah]

Your videos give me so much motivation to try new things I never thought was possible for my bigger body. Thank you for sharing 💜

[@yogawithzelinda]

Hi Sarah, I'm so happy to hear that! Thank you for being here. Please let me know if you have any questions or requests. :)

[@TarasRealTalkTarot]

Zelinda‼️‼️‼️ You are amazing. I have been struggling for years wanting to get into yoga. You made this so easy with your modifications. I can't wait to try your 7 and 21 day challenges. ❤

[@jaekyung7849]

This was my first time and I loved it! Thanks for the nice video. This video is perfect to do when I’m up in the morning !

[@lisamcwhorter1697]

Great practice Zelinda. Practice left my mind clear and body refreshed. Thank you Denise and Zelinda 🙏

[@yogawithzelinda]

Hi Lisa, I'm glad you liked it! Next week keep an eye out for Strength & Flexibility for Bigger Bodies. :)

[@stephaniegiardina5218]

This was great tips but the silliness at the end was the best❤

[@freedomrose1117]

Awesome thank you for explaining the modifications for plus size

[@margaretanthony5920]

It's wonderful to view your helpful videos. Find them very useful to remind me to do the exercises I find very basic and sometimes want to skip.

[@yogawithzelinda]

We all need that reminder sometimes, me included. :)

[@katerinapapadopoulou3219]

Very inspiring, I love your workouts. Thank you for sharing!

[@yogawithzelinda]

Glad you like them!

[@RuflessCow]

I was a little sad when it was over I was ready for more! Time to scroll your videos haha

[@jokerlaw22]

Hi, this is my first time doing yoga thank you for the step by step video, which explained it ver easily to a beginner like me.

[@hellodanknessmyoldfriend6101]

I thoroughly enjoyed this video, it was fun!

[@ivycahill1181]

Love doing this as a break at work!

[@christistratton]

I want to become more flexible, and I am not only a larger person, I am older and have a foot prosthetic. I figure that while I cannot do some of the exercises in your videos-- for instance "flex your toes" is not an option for my left foot-- :P I can do some of them. I also noticed that while I do your exercises, I do not breathe well, (as in being mindful of that) so I feel that this will also be beneficial. Thank you so much.

[@fatimalanga1913]

Thank u so much I have been following your yoga it helps so much 😃☺️

[@jessicanelson8212]

Loved the bloopers!! Thank you for these videos!

[@susmitagupta8338]

Nice Zelinda I'm Susmita Your instructions for my back pain wad very useful and good ❤ Thank you very much

[@katelynblakeney234]

Your videos are an excellent starting point! (And you seem to have a catalogue to keep me busy for quite a while) Thanks to you both, I've always wanted to do Yoga.

[@yogawithzelinda]

Hello Katelyn, you're most welcome! Would you like to join my 7 Day Challenge that's starting up July 19th? Details here: mailchi.mp/rryogaroom/july-2021-challenge

[@kw3593]

This is amazing! Thank you

[@Ryaniu]

just did my first yoga with you guys, gonna try more from here!

[@SnowFalling123]

I just absolutely love your videos! They make me feel comfortable in my body, and make me so much more aware of my movements. I really appreciate you ladies doing this, it’s making a difference in my life!

[@yogawithzelinda]

Hello Kari, your comment made my day! I’m so glad to know you’re enjoying my channel. 😊 No pressure, but may I share your comment on my social media pages? If yes, please let me know if it’s ok to include your name or if you prefer it to be anonymous. ❤️

[@SnowFalling123]

@@yogawithzelinda you are more than welcome to use my comment and my name! I have been enjoying your videos so much and they really are helping me feel better physically and mentally!

[@yogawithzelinda]

@@SnowFalling123 I’m so happy to hear that! 😊Thank you!

[@elizabethcoster957]

I have a question. Are there any stationary bike videos for overweight beginners that you know of? This is exactly what I was looking for. Many " beginner" videos are still for fit people. As an overweight girl I still struggle with those. Anything that is made for people like me, similar to yours?

[@carmelowens624]

This was GREAT!!!

[@susanb1111]

God bless you sister for this... How about for seniors with VERY BAD knees...❣️

[@Obiwancolenobi]

She just did about 3-4 videos on knees...

[@yogawithzelinda]

Hi Susan B and Obiwancolenobi! Yes, for March I've done a series of short videos on Yoga for Achy Knees. You can find them all here in a playlist. There are two videos left in the series and they will post today and tomorrow. kzbin.info/aero/PLFr6eAcUWqfCQxbcUzYlOjafwlbxyBALQ Please let me know if you have more questions! :)

[@amberashby791]

This was very relaxing. I’m going to do a few of your videos for a full workout.

[@thepilotswife333]

Thank you!!!! So enjoyed this video. Looking forward to more.

[@yogawithzelinda]

You are so welcome! Glad to have you here!

[@TTONTHEMIC]

❤ thank you I will be doing this every night.

[@pigemperor]

Any advice for big men

[@denisebradley5841]

Thank you!

[@cynthiawilliams9339]

Thank you so very much for doing this. I greatly appreciate it,.

[@yogawithzelinda]

Hi Cynthia, you're most welcome! :) Have you see my other Bigger Bodies videos? You can find them here - kzbin.info/aero/PLFr6eAcUWqfDoysc6gtxbFGUKRnq64DZA

[@samanthab9066]

Please keep posting these love following along

[@yogawithzelinda]

Hi Samantha! I'm glad you enjoyed these! I'm hosting a free series starting this Saturday - Take 5: Intro to Yoga for Bigger Bodies. Please join if you'd like! Details here: www.rryogaroom.com/take-five-intro-to-yoga-for-bigger-bodies

[@maryellencookmeynig9034]

Thank you for sharing this. I was able to do all of the exercises.

[@yogawithzelinda]

Hello Mary Ellen, you're most welcome! You might also enjoy my 7 Day Beginner Challenge. You can find the videos here: www.rryogaroom.com/youtube-practice-calendar

[@bobbyatmasonstaffing]

thank you

[@dishawnparnell109]

Thank you !❤

[@cantthinkofoneify]

I love these videos !!

[@Peaslepuff]

My second time doing this! Going to keep coming back

[@yogawithzelinda]

Glad to have you here!

[@Peaslepuff]

Third time checking in woo

[@Peaslepuff]

I think the forward fold was a little easier for me tonight! My hamstrings were super tight on the stretches though. That's what happens when you take some time off for the holiday 😁

[@bellesalvador132]

I love your videos! Keep it up. ❤️

[@onioncultistlordoftheonion8315]

I struggled a little bit with the leg stretches since i don't have a second chair, I'll need to try it on the floor next time I do it. Other then THat I really feel it, especially in my neck, tysm for making this video.

[@yogawithzelinda]

Awesome! I’m glad you enjoyed it! 🙂

[@saragarcia5302]

Love this workout! Thank you!!

[@yogawithzelinda]

Hi Sara, you're welcome! :)

[@nicola808]

oh man this made me feel so comfortable and hopeful and seen

[@yogawithzelinda]

I am so happy to hear that! 💜

[@nicola808]

@@yogawithzelinda so much love to you!!

[@DJhunta]

This was great thanks

[@agglyusr]

thank you ❤️❤️😊

[@emmac3943]

I'm a bit late to this video, but I was wondering if there's any advice for the forward fold as I'm not sure what to do with my knees! Naturally they lock back and then I lose my balance a bit. Any tips?

[@yogawithzelinda]

I would suggest letting your stance be a bit wide, purposefully bending your knees, and folding less so that your legs hopefully won't feel compelled to straighten. Here's a little more information about modifications, in case you're interested: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKjPaJVmo5t-j9U

[@annanadamas8083]

I need this! Thank you

[@yogawithzelinda]

Hi Anna, you're welcome! Let me know how it goes and if you have any questions. :)

[@karensequeira176]

Thank you!!! 🙏🏽

[@kristinheintz5520]

Tack! 🌻🦩

[@rociocarranzabrito3883]

Thank you! I have arthritis in my knees and was looking for yoga exercises that I could do. And this one was just perfect! Do you have something for stretching the back? I spend a lot of time sitting at the desk and I desperately need it.

[@yogawithzelinda]

You are welcome, Rocio! Give this one a try! kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKuwY3aFlqiJgrM

[@lollylunaxouk1066]

I tried but I couldn't follow the breathing.... it was too long between inhale and exhale for me, where I couldn't follow the breathing it kept knocking me off rhythm with the moves.

[@555alaina]

Thank you for this!!!

[@yogawithzelinda]

Hi Alaina, you're most welcome! :)

[@jackiechrystan6294]

Hi, I have health anxiety, and issues with lower back. I thought this would be a good way to start. Anything specific you could recommend where I start. Done this one and the strength one for bigger bodies. Thanks

[@yogawithzelinda]

Hello Jackie, welcome to my channel! You might like my 7 Day Beginner Challenge, which you can find here: www.rryogaroom.com/youtube-practice-calendar Please feel welcome to adjust the practice so that it does not cause any pain in your back. You might also like Gentle Yoga for Low Back Pain - kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4ixfKBrjNadl8U And please stay tuned next month when I do a series of videos about back pain. Let me know if you have any questions along the way! :)

[@Shades_of_Exoticals333]

Thanks for making this for us obese people trying to do yoga and lose weight

[@colleenhatton1161]

I am doing this tonight!

[@yogawithzelinda]

Hi Colleen, let me know how it goes and if you have any questions! :)

[@batmanfan20101]

Great video! I feel so much more relaxed now

[@GuybertTocsin]

Bonswa

[@jkej2029]

❤

[@ZhangLei-j4m]

Yo gotta love ur body yallc

[@markahearne3280]

Large male here. Stiff and restless. Need to slow down and relax

[@miromimiro101]

i love big women , candy feet"