15 minutes a day

A yoga practice takes 15 minutes a day. Thats all! It isn't a commitment to an hour in the gym (along with the travel time), or an hour run (add shower time, too). Your yoga routine can be just 15 minutes.

To make the most of the practice, do it every day. That usually means doing a practice about the same time each day. It makes scheduling easier, and your body will get into the habit and be ready.

Don't worry if you aren't in your yoga clothes, with your yoga mat and all your props. I have practiced yoga in jeans and dresses. It isn't my first choice for apparel, but it is better than no yoga. If you are stuck in a hotel, put a towel down on the carpet and use that for your yoga mat. If you need props for a particular pose, skip that pose, or improvise. Towels can substitute for blankets, books for blocks, leather belts for yoga belts.

Your 15 minute practice can be the gift you give to yourself every day.