 |  | | From Ellen Friedrichs, your About Teen Life Editor | | | Basically, every time I complain about something, say I am stressed out or my back hurts, someone helpfully suggests yoga. Usually I dismiss them, I prefer to run or bike for exercise. But recently a friend pointed out that those things continue my pattern of speeding up and that yoga is also a really good way to slow down. Yoga also has a lot of benefits for teens. As About's Yoga expert says, "As they reach the teenage years, yoga can help young adults deal with their changing bodies and give them ways to combat stress in academic and social situations." So if any of you, like me, are thinking about getting started with some yoga here's what you need to know. | | | | | Sign up for more free newsletters: | | | | | Yoga is said to be for the purpose of uniting the mind, body, and spirit. How can this union be achieved? Meditation is one way, but sometimes it is necessary to prepare the body for meditation by stretching and building strength. This is the physical practice of yoga, also know as asana. READ NOW | | | | Deciding that you want to start doing yoga is the first step. It's easy to get stuck here, though. Don't be intimidated! Here is the information you will need to take that next step and start enjoying the pleasures and benefits of yoga. READ NOW | | | | Some days, it's just not possible to put in a full hour and a half of yoga. But most days will allow for this 10- to 15-minute sequence that stretches the back, hamstrings, and hips, problem areas for many people. Over time, you will see the positive effect these stretches have on your longer practice sessions. READ NOW | | | | A crash course for the yoga beginner, including all the inside information you need to feel comfortable when you are starting a yoga practice. Find out how to pick a yoga style, observe proper yoga etiquette, and avoid injury. Each week you will also get the answer to a frequently asked question (FAQ). At the end of this seven-week course, you will understand the principles and origins of yoga, and know how to practice beginning-level poses. READ NOW | | | | | | An every-morning rundown of the day in history, with headlines and trends produced by your pals at About.com. Click here to sign up! It's free (of course) and we think you'll like it! | | | | | Want More From About.com? | | | | Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics
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