You can most definitely do yoga & pilates... I was religious about my yoga for over a year... ( I need to get my motivation back).. I had a friend I practiced with at home.. She used to be a yoga instructor, so helped me modify moves/asanas to accommodate my excess weight... Though I am heavier than most my friends, I am much more flexible.. I have several Rodney Yee videos I use to help motivate me in my practices.
Pilates I taught myself through book, & later followed videos. (2 videos I use: ana caban is instructor of "Pilates beginning mat workout" & one called "Fit at 40+"
I currently live in rural India so classes are not an option for me... but if you could find a beginner class where all are learning, don't be intimidated, the instructor can help you in doing the modified versions of poses correctly, to accommodate your weight.
When I was doing yoga or Pilates 4 days a week, I felt awesome! Need to kick my own butt back into gear!!
Last edited by indigal; 01-03-2013 at 10:26 PM.
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