body {
font-family: ‘Poppins’, sans-serif;
margin: 30px;
background-color: #fdfdfd;
color: #333;
line-height: 1.8;
}
h1, h2, h4 {
font-family: ‘EB Garamond’, serif;
color: #1a1a1a;
}
h1 {
font-size: 2.5em;
margin-bottom: 20px;
}
h2 {
font-size: 1.8em;
margin-top: 40px;
margin-bottom: 15px;
}
h4 {
font-size: 1.2em;
margin-top: 25px;
margin-bottom: 5px;
}
p {
font-family: ‘Poppins’, sans-serif;
font-size: 1.05em;
margin-bottom: 15px;
}
.story-box {
background-color: #f8f8f8;
border-left: 5px solid #007b5e;
padding: 20px;
border-radius: 8px;
margin-bottom: 30px;
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.03);
}
.tips-grid {
display: grid;
grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(280px, 1fr));
gap: 20px;
margin-top: 30px;
}
.tip-box {
background-color: #ffffff;
border: 1px solid #ddd;
border-left: 4px solid #007b5e;
border-radius: 8px;
padding: 20px;
box-shadow: 0 4px 10px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.05);
transition: transform 0.2s ease;
}
.tip-box:hover {
transform: translateY(-4px);
}
.tip-icon {
font-size: 1.8em;
color: #007b5e;
margin-bottom: 10px;
}
.final-note {
background-color: #f3f8f5;
border-left: 5px solid #007b5e;
padding: 20px;
margin-top: 40px;
border-radius: 8px;
}
How to Stay Consistent with Your Online Yoga Practice
A Quick Story to Begin With
Meet Priya, a marketing professional who started practicing yoga online during the lockdown. The first week was magical—her mornings began with sun salutations and ended with a smile. But by the third week, work calls crept in, motivation dipped, and her mat gathered dust in the corner. What changed? She didn’t plan for the long haul.
Priya isn’t alone. Thousands begin their yoga journey full of hope but struggle with consistency. The good news? With a few simple strategies, she was back on the mat—stronger and more committed than ever. Here’s how you can do the same.
Consistency is the secret ingredient to success in yoga—not flexibility, not strength, but simply showing up. Whether you’re just starting out or trying to stay regular, these tips will help you build a yoga habit that sticks.
1. Set a Fixed Time
Choose a time that fits naturally into your day—early morning, lunch break, or evening. Treat your practice like an important appointment that you can’t miss.
2. Set Small Goals
Don’t aim for perfection. Start with a goal of 10–15 minutes daily. Consistency matters more than intensity or length.
3. Join a Community
Connect with others who are on the same path. Online yoga communities, WhatsApp groups, or Instagram yoga circles offer motivation and support.
4. Schedule it on Your Calendar
Block time on your Google Calendar or phone planner. Visual scheduling makes you less likely to forget or ignore it.
5. Choose Practices You Love
Don’t force what doesn’t feel good. Pick styles, teachers, or durations that make you feel refreshed and excited to return to the mat.
6. Track Your Progress
Use a journal or habit tracker to mark each day you practice. Seeing progress builds momentum and a sense of accomplishment.
7. Use Reminders and Alarms
A gentle nudge from your phone can be all you need to unroll your mat. Set a recurring reminder and label it with something motivating.
8. Reward Yourself
Celebrate small wins. Maybe it’s a soothing cup of tea after practice or a rest day after 7 straight days of yoga. Rewards help reinforce habits.
Final Thought
Priya’s story is proof that slipping up is okay—but giving up isn’t. Keep your goals small, your heart open, and your mat within reach. In time, your practice becomes less of a task and more of a gift you look forward to each day.