by Jennifer Carter Avgerinos: The key to connecting with your mind, body, and spirit through yoga is to match your practice with your personality and your physical needs.

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There are so many different styles and flavors of yoga—from a rigorous and sweaty Ashtanga class, to an alignment-based, heart-opening Anusara class, to the gentle, soul-awakening Seven Spiritual Laws of Yogaeach style of yoga will give you a different way to connect with the ancient wisdom of yoga. Take the quiz below to find out which style is a perfect fit for you.

1. What is your level of experience with yoga?

A. I wear yoga pants, but I’ve never been to a class.
B. I’ve been to a few basic classes, and even know a few Sanskrit words for pose names.
C. I am thinking about doing yoga right now.
D. I’ve tried it and enjoy the workout aspect of yoga.
E. I can do headstands all day long.

2. What is your level of fitness?

A. I don’t like to sweat.
B. I don’t have any injuries; I do cardio, and I’m pretty inflexible.
C. I am in good health and decent shape.
D. I work out almost every day. I tend to be competitive with my fitness/exercise routine.
E. I am in great shape, and I like to sweat.

3. Do you want to incorporate spirituality into your practice?

A. I want to keep it basic.
B. I’m pretty open-minded.
C. I have a regular spiritual practice and I’m interested in going deeper.
D. Not really, I’m more interested in the physical benefits of yoga.
E. Bring it on! The more spirituality the better.

4. Do you want to hold poses or would you rather go with the flow?

A. Slow pace please, I want to hold the poses longer.
B. Some flow, some holding, I like a good mix.
C. I don’t want to hold poses; I like to keep it moving.
D. I don’t care as long as it’s an intense workout.
E. I like both styles, depending on my mood and energy level.

5. Do you want to make yoga a part of your lifestyle?

A. No, I’m happy going to class once a week, and that’s good enough.
B. I am open to the idea of incorporating some of the philosophies into my life.
C. Yes, I want a diet and lifestyle practice to go along with my Asana practice.
D. I’m not sure.
E. I am living my yoga on and off the mat 24/7!

6. Do you want to be more adventurous with your yoga practice?

A. No, I have enough adventure in my life already; I just want to find some peace.
B. I like some variety in my practice.
C. I’m up for trying something new and challenging.
D. As long as I’m getting my heart rate up and getting a good sweat, count me in.
E. The more adventurous, the better!

7. What is your favorite yoga pose?

A. Corpse Pose
B. Tree Pose
C. Warrior Pose
D. Plank Pose
E. Any pose where I’m upside down

8. How do you want to feel when you leave yoga class?

A. I want to feel peaceful.
B. I want to feel energized.
C. I want to feel proud that I did something that I didn’t know that I could do.
D. I want to be sweaty.
E. I want to feel like I was challenged.

9. What do you most hope to gain from your yoga practice?

A. Stress-reduction
B. Flexibility
C. Mind-Body balance and strength
D. A yoga butt
E. A little adventure and a practice I enjoy

10. What does yoga mean to you?

A. Breathing and stretching; a way for me to relax.
B. A technology for integrating body, mind, and spirit.
C. A spiritual and physical practice, as well as a philosophy to live by.
D. Balance, strength, and flexibility
E. A challenging physical practice, plus a spiritual component.

If you answered:

Mostly A’s: You are a Rookie Yogi

If you answered mostly A’s, you’re newer to the practice of yoga or perhaps returning to it after an injury, pregnancy, or other life event. You also might prefer a more basic and peaceful style of practice with less spirituality in the mix.

Yoga Styles to Try:

  • Restorative Yoga
  • Yoga Therapy
  • Yin Yoga
  • Gentle Hatha
  • Chair Yoga

Mostly B’s: You Are … an Open-Minded Yogi

If you answered mostly B’s, you have some experience with yoga and are mostly injury-free. You are open to learning more about yoga, its language and philosophies, and incorporating some spirituality into your practice.

Yoga Styles to Try:

Mostly C’s: You Are … a Committed Yogi

If you answered mostly C’s, you have more experience with yoga than the average person. You may already have a regular practice and are interested in going deeper. Spirituality is a larger component of your practice and lifestyle.

Yoga Styles to Try:

Mostly D’s: You Are … a Powerhouse Yogi

If you answered mostly D’s, you love fitness and are always looking for fun and challenging ways to get some exercise. You’d like to figure out what types of poses you can challenge yourself with next, but you aren’t as interested in the spiritual aspects of yoga.

Yoga Styles to Try:

  • Kundalini Yoga
  • Power yoga
  • Yogalates
  • Bikram Yoga

Mostly E’s: You Are … a Yogi for Life

If you answered mostly E’s, you’re open-minded and athletic by nature, and you likely have a deep connection to yoga already. Your adventurous spirit has you branching out from the more traditional styles of yoga and trying new things, but you remain dedicated to living your yoga on and off the mat.

Yoga Styles to Try:

  • Acro Yoga
  • Aerial Yoga
  • Ashtanga Yoga
  • Kundalini Yoga
  • Paddleboard Yoga
  • Bikram Yoga
  • Yoga Teacher Training

Jennifer Carter Avgerinos: Jen is a creative and passionate writer, marketer, and yoga teacher certified in the Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga , prenatal/postnatal yoga, and kids yoga. Her favorite thing about teaching is helping people connect with the present moment and with their body, mind, and spirit in order to live their most fulfilled lives. She is the author of the popular book The Yoga of Cleaning: An Essential Guide , and she blogs about yoga

Source: Chopra Center