We all know fitting exercise into our daily routines is important. The physical and mental benefits abound. There are lots of general tips out there, but to fit exercise in for the long term, we must evaluate our specific daily routines and needs and come up with plans that cater to our lifestyles.

We all have our reasons for doing yoga. We do it to connect with our true selves, relieve stress, enjoy “me time”… and who are we kidding? To get that bangin body! If you’re new to yoga, you may think of it as just stretching, as several of my friends have expressed to me. But there’s a lot more going on than you may know. If you’re looking to shed some extra pounds and keep them off, taking yoga classes is tried and true and here’s why: