{"id":7755,"date":"2022-10-27T16:59:01","date_gmt":"2022-10-27T16:59:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yogajournal.com\/?p=105322"},"modified":"2022-10-27T16:59:01","modified_gmt":"2022-10-27T16:59:01","slug":"if-you-practice-yoga-in-a-small-space-you-need-to-know-these-6-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yogacourseware.com\/index.php\/2022\/10\/27\/if-you-practice-yoga-in-a-small-space-you-need-to-know-these-6-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"If You Practice Yoga in a Small Space, You Need to Know These 6 Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Ah, the bliss of a large, spacious yoga studio. Or an empty grassy park. Although it\u2019s likely that you instead find yourself regularly rolling out your mat in a small apartment, in the middle of your crammed kitchen, or otherwise confined space.<\/p>\n

Even though you may be working with (a lot) less space than a traditional studio, it doesn\u2019t mean your practice needs to suffer or become nonexistent. Keep the following tips and tricks in mind to protect your practice (and your sanity), regardless of the size of your space.<\/p>\n

6 tips for practicing yoga in a small space<\/h2>\n

1. Rework your space<\/h3>\n

Regardless of whether you have furniture that\u2019s designed to be moveable or collapsible, see if you can shift some items to make space for your mat and props. If you don\u2019t have room for a rolled-out mat, consider a hallway as a potential area for your flow. Tables, countertops, and even your bed can also become part of your practice as makeshift cushions and blocks. You can also try yoga in bed<\/a>, making your physical practice (and your ability to drift off) a little easier.<\/p>\n

2. Keep it clean<\/h3>\n

The yogic practice of sauca<\/em>, or cleanliness,<\/a> is especially pertinent when it comes to those tight and tiny rooms. A cluttered space (just like a busy mind!) can detract from the power of your practice and make it difficult to focus. Treat your designated yoga area like you would a studio, Jenny Clise<\/a>, a yoga teacher and YJ contributor, says. This may mean adding an extra few minutes of tidying and sweeping before beginning class.<\/p>\n

3. Notify others<\/h3>\n

When you\u2019re practicing in a tight space, you may be more susceptible to the distraction of sounds or others moving around, especially if there\u2019s no door to close. \u201cIf the space is crowded, the last thing you need is other people or pets taking up that space with you,\u201d Clise says. Try to create some kind of separation, whether that\u2019s creating a physical barrier or wearing headphones.<\/p>\n

However, you may have to embrace (some) distraction\u2014and that\u2019s okay. It\u2019s part of your practice. (But please, teachers, don\u2019t host a yoga class in your one-bedroom apartment<\/a>.)<\/p>\n

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@maymoves<\/a> <\/p>\n

Reply to @rensvisr yoga doesn\u2019t care where, yoga is just glad you came \ud83d\udc6f\u200d\u2640\ufe0f\ud83d\udcab\ud83d\ude90 #vanlife<\/a> #yogagirl<\/a> #tinyhome<\/a> #mobility<\/a> #yogaflow<\/a> #teachpeace<\/a> #inspired<\/a> #dreamlife<\/a> #createyourreality<\/a> #movementmagic<\/a><\/p>\n

\u266c Jungle \u2013 Emma Louise<\/a> <\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/blockquote>\n

4. Incorporate some meditation<\/h3>\n

Sure, you might need your asana practice. However, if you\u2019re feeling particularly stuck in a small space, you may want to prioritize your meditation practice. <\/a>\u201cTo clear your space, you need to clear your mind and practice acceptance and contentment with what you\u2019re working with,\u201d Clise says. \u201cOnce you get to that place, you might be able to have more of an open mind about how you start to use the space and discover new ways of utilizing it that can be pretty cool or beneficial.\u201d Plus, a seated meditation doesn\u2019t take up a lot of space.<\/p>\n

5. Try chair yoga<\/h3>\n

We love chair yoga<\/a>, which offers an accessible way to practice. Even if you don\u2019t have enough room to move into the full expression of a pose (we\u2019re looking at you, Half Moon Pose<\/a>), you can opt to practice it in a chair. You can also use a stool or the edge of a couch if a chair isn\u2019t available to you or if moving furniture around isn\u2019t feasible.<\/p>\n

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@laura.shane<\/a> <\/p>\n

Yoga in my tiny space #tinyhouse<\/a> #yoga<\/a> #homeiswhereyouparkit<\/a> #tinyhousetiktok<\/a> #tinyhomeliving<\/a><\/p>\n

\u266c Send Me on My Way \u2013 Guy Meets Girl<\/a> <\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/blockquote>\n

6. Embrace the adjustments<\/h3>\n

You may have to shift your position throughout class more than if you were practicing in a studio. That\u2019s okay. What matters most is making time for yourself\u2014and your yoga practice. You may be pleasantly surprised by your modified practice, discovering a new variation that you prefer more than the full expression of the posture. Even in a small space, you can always gain a new perspective. <\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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No, you don’t need a large, spacious room for your class. <\/p>\n

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