Broga: Flex for a guy high feeling
Given yoga is meant to open the body and clear the mind, is there purpose for a men’s only version?
It was surprising exactly how far I could flex. The feeling afterwards was a blissed-out rush. I walked out red faced and with a proper understanding of the word 'zen'.
Reason to try it
If you’re in limbo with a stale exercise programme, broga is a great alternative to change up your physical activity. The slow and controlled movements act as great rehabilitation for injury.
According to broga co-creator Robert Sidoti, known health benefits include increased flexibility, as well as all the usual suspects you’ll encounter with physical activity: increased energy, muscle strength and tone, a better metabolism, and when combined with the appropriate diet – weight loss.
Risk rating
Not listening to your body and overextension are prime leaders of injury.
Before launching into that flying grasshopper pose, you should recognise your body’s limitations and make sure you warm up through some light breathing and stretching.
Also select classes that come under the guidance of an qualified yoga instructor.
Any surprises?
Having not practised the discipline since obtaining a performing arts diploma over a decade ago, my bod is not quite as bendy as it used to be. However, it was surprising exactly how far I could flex. The feeling afterwards was a blissed-out rush. I walked out red faced and with a proper understanding of the word ‘‘zen’’.