I have just done my first Yoga class after having my first baby. I find it harder now as I am heavier, but I hope to get back into shape soon, although I can not diet yet as I am breastfeeding... but at least Yoga will help me to get fit.

Well, after been doing Pranayoga for at least two years, I found a yoga class in Great Baddow Millennium Centre that does Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga. I found it very challenging as it encourages me to develop my Yoga practice further as the instructor leaves you free to practice the movements of each group of postures. I started by learning the 10 movements of the sun salutation (Suryanamaskarand) I am now practicing it five times every morning, as I gain more strength I will increase it to ten.

I found the sun salutation (Suryanamaskar) very hard to do, as it requires lots of strength in the arms, but I'll persist until it come natural to me. As a result my arms, tummy and shoulders are aching a bit. As this posture is very demanding on the arms, shoulders, back and stomachs it is a very good way of toning the abdomen and strength the arms and back.

I like Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga as it is very dynamic and energising. It involves a progressive series of postures synchronised with breathing.

I recommend it as a way of getting fit and at the same time calm and relaxed.