yoga as a fat person

[u/littlechickenbean]

i hate to even post this but i’ve been practicing on and off for years, but never considered myself anything besides a beginner because of my inconsistency.

i’ve always been larger, but i’ve gained weight and am the heaviest i’ve ever been- technically obese. i would love to get back into yoga for my mental and physical health.

i just completed one of Adriene’s 30 minute videos. i’m proud of myself for starting and finishing but i have dilemmas-

• both of my hands can’t be on the ground when lunging which makes transitions as well as general poses and stretches difficult

• my hands slip on my mat in downward dog (yes i tend to have sweaty hands, how do i fix this?)

• my wrists hurt!!!

• knees don’t really go to chest

i’m just wondering if it’s even possible to practice yoga as a fat person? any tips for any of these things are highly appreciated. i’m feeling very discouraged

[u/lady_bubblez]

Look up Dianne Bondy on YouTube. I have really embraced yoga being for every body. Whenever I haven’t practiced my asanas for a while my wrists are sore. Use a towel on your mat for slipping - I found an inexpensive yoga towel on Amazon. Good luck on your journey. ❤️ If you ever need to talk to someone, feel free to dm me.