Which style of yoga is right for me? Here’s a primer, with a big caveat

Sign up to our free Living Well email for advice on living a happier, healthier and longer life Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “There are many different paths leading toward the same aim.” Here’s a primer on some of the most popular styles, followed by a big caveat. open image in gallery Be Well-Yoga Styles The hatha/yin yoga styles The term “yoga,” which is derived from the Sanskrit for “union,” actually encompasses an entire discipline that includes movement, meditation and lifestyle. “I wouldn’t really encourage them to start in a higher level vinyasa flow class because they’re not going to have the foundation to move safely through that,” said Anne Van Valkenburg, of Lanai, Hawaii, who has been training yoga teachers in a blend of styles for 18 years. open image in gallery Be Well-Yoga Styles The caveat about choosing yoga styles These days, most teachers blend various styles in their classes, and many classes aren’t billed with these terms.