You can lose more than a litre of sweat in a 60-minute class. Here's how to arrive ready and leave feeling good.
The mistake
Drinking a litre of water in the car park. It sloshes around in class and doesn't reach your muscles in time. Hydration starts the day before.
A simple plan
The day before: a little more water than usual
On the day: steady sips through the morning
One hour before: a glass of water with electrolytes
In class: small sips between poses
After: water and something salty
Feeling dizzy or getting a headache in class is a sign to rest and sip. Lie down, and stay down until it passes.
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First visit
01
Hydrate early
Drink about a litre in the hours before class, not all at the door.
02
Arrive 15 minutes early
We'll show you the room, find you a mat by the door and lend you a towel.
03
Rest whenever you like
Child's pose is always allowed. Staying in the room is the whole first class.