Yoga

　　Most people imagine that yoga is something gentle and mindful, not a form of exercise that will help shed excess pounds. But it’s also a fantastic way to get, and keep, the body you want.

　　很多人都觉得瑜伽只是一种温和轻柔的练习，算不上是可以减肥的运动。但实际上，通过练习瑜伽确实可以帮你塑造并保持自己想要的身材。

　　This classic flowing sequence of postures is at the heart of modern yoga and can be a complete practice in itself or a preparation for a longer routine.

　　下面这套瑜伽练习包括10个现代瑜伽的经典核心动作，它们既可以单独作为一套练习，也可以作为其他动作的准备活动。

　　I would recommend doing this sequence at least five times a day if weight is an issue. But even if you only do two sequences a day, you’re doing your figure a massive favour.

　　如果想减肥的话，建议每天做这套动作至少五遍。不过即使你一天只做了两遍，也对塑形有相当大的帮助。

　　There are small variations in the way yogis do this sequence, but the most important thing is the synchronisation of the motion of your breath with the movement of your body. Basically, all upward movements are coupled with inhalation, and downward movements with exhalation.

　　做这套动作的时候，很可能会有不标准的地方，但请记住，最重要的是保持呼吸和动作之间的同步性。总的来说，向上的动作都伴随着吸气，而向下的动作多伴随着呼气。