Hatha vs Vinyasa

Are you more of a Hatha yogi, or are you more of a Vinyasa yogi? How about both? Learning and understanding the key differences between the two will better help you navigate between both. So figure out what they are and which type o yoga practice is for you.  

For starters, what is Hatha yoga? What is Vinyasa yoga? What is the difference between the two? Hatha yoga is practiced at a slower pace. While you move slowly through different poses,  you are gaining strength and flexibility while remaining mindful. Vinyasa yoga is about connecting your breath to movement; however, it’s at a faster pace than Hatha. The difference between the two is the pace of the practice.  

Benefits of Hatha 

If you are starting, Hatha may be for you since it is a slower pace. Some benefits of Hatha include strength, enhanced mindfulness, lower levels of depression, little to no back pain, relief of neck pain, better sleep, and much more.  

Hatha yoga is for everyone; however, this is perfect for those of you who are older and need improvement in your range of motion (joints).  

Benefits of Vinyasa 

Whether you are new or not, Vinyasa is excellent for beginners. This practice is designed to open the body. Some additional benefits of Vinyasa yoga include having a healthy heart, flexibility,  improved sleep, enhanced core stability, and so much more.  

Vinyasa is for everyone, however, for those who tend to stress a lot and consider themselves high-strong, this practice is perfect for you.  

Hatha vs. Vinyasa  

The difference between Hatha and Vinyasa is how they are practiced. Hatha is a slower pace while the focus is stretching, controlled movements, and, yes, breath. Vinyasa is faster, while the main focus is connecting the breath to movement. 

So, are you more of a Hatha yogi, or are you more of a Vinyasa Yogi? It is okay if some days you feel like practicing Hatha while others practice Vinyasa. Whatever you feel like doing, we offer both at Yoga Tribe Brooklyn. So, we can’t wait to see you here, whether you are streaming our classes or deciding to practice in person.