Jenn's Losing It

Yoga is kind of like sex. (And not just because of the interesting positions.) For a practice rooted in simplicity, it has become a tad bit complicated...and intimidating. There are a jillion types of yoga, ranging from specific (like Bikram and Jivamukti) to general (like flow and restorative). "With the increasing number of choices in the yoga world, new students could definitely be overwhelmed," admits Desiree Rumbaugh, a yoga instructor in California. But also like sex, the endless options mean you never have to settle for a lackluster session or the same variety every week. After all, sometimes you want it fast, other times slow, sometimes you want a lot of talking, sometimes you want silence. Here, we help you find the right practice for your mood so you walk away satisfied. Fast Flows In the yoga world, classes abound for women (and men) looking to move quickly, slim down, and maybe fast-forward through most of the chants and meditations. Classes in this group—w...