Title: Why Are Melbourne Yoga Classes Done Barefoot?
1Why Are Melbourne Yoga Classes Done Barefoot? If
youre considering classes and youve visited a
Melbourne yoga studio, youre likely to have
immediately noticed everyone is barefoot. Unless
youre a professional lifeguard, youre likely
to spend most of your day in shoes, so it can be
strange to suddenly consider going barefoot in
public. It is common practice and proper
etiquette to remove street shoes at any yoga
studio. In fact, it is considered poor etiquette
to walk across the floor of the studio wearing
your shoes, as youre tracking outside dirt on to
the yoga room floor. So, why are yoga classes in
Melbourne performed barefoot?
Stable, Balanced Contact If youve watched any
yoga moves, youre likely to have seen a variety
of poses performed on a mat. Being barefoot is
vital for these movements, particularly the
standing poses. Bare feet provide a stable and
balanced contact with the floor socks are
slippery, and shoes are inflexible and clunky.
Additionally, working in bare feet can also
allow you to stretch all the muscles in the foot.
This can help to strengthen the foot muscles to
support your arches and alleviate foot pain. If
you do have an ailment or injury that prevents
you from being barefoot, you may need to
consider a workaround such as grippy socks or
flexible soled shoes. However, the ideal is to
be barefoot. Avoiding Barefoot
Embarrassment Since one of the primary focuses
of yoga is self acceptance, it can be a little
daunting to admit you feel embarrassed by your
feet. Fortunately, you can avoid barefoot
embarrassment with a little preparation.
2The foot can be a great indicator of your overall
health, so it is worth giving them some care and
attention. The feet can highlight certain medical
conditions such as nutritional deficiency or
diabetes. You may also find that frequent foot
cramps are a sign of dehydration, while your
cold feet could indicate poor circulation. You
should check your feet for any warts, calluses
or cracks that could put you and your fellow
yogis at risk. If you notice any possible
infection such as sores or peeling skin, check
with your doctor. If you want to avoid any foot
embarrassment at your Melbourne yoga studio, it
is a good idea to develop a foot care routine.
You should wash your feet with soap and water
every day and use a pumice stone to scrub away
any dead skin. Keep your toenails at a
reasonable length, remember that if you cut your
nails too short, there is a risk of them
becoming ingrown. Be sure to change your socks
regularly and try to choose natural material
socks such as wool or cotton. You should also
allow your shoes to air out after you wear them
and treat your feet with essential oils. If you
feel very self conscious, consider having a
pedicure before your first class. Once you get
into the routine of classes, you should feel
less self conscious, so you can concentrate on
enjoying the yoga practice. If youre
interested in yoga classes in Melbourne, you
should speak to us. We offer a wide range of
Melbourne yoga classes at our established yoga
studio. Youll also find the Kaya Health team
ready to answer any queries or questions, so you
can feel completely comfortable during your
first class.