Hi Gina,
I've been practicing yoga for several years, and I've tried out many different types. I think there's no best yoga for IBS, instead, the best yoga is going to be the one that's most enjoyable for you.
Whichever you choose, I recommend starting with a teacher rather than a DVD. He or she will help you learn proper alignment and breathing techniques. Additionally (I find), the time in a yoga classroom passes much faster than time on my own or with a cd or dvd.
A quick overview of some of the more popular types:
Hatha- a general term that can vary depending on the teacher (there are many schools/lineages of hatha yoga). Tends to be slower and focus on relaxing and feeling your body.
Vinyasa- a flowing yoga that ties the body to the breath. Slightly more physically demanding than most hatha classes (sometimes called hatha flow).
Ashtanga- similar to hatha. quite athletic and focuses also on body movement, breath, eye gaze as well as spiritual practice.
Iyengar- this type focuses a lot on body alignment and is, i think, good for beginners. It often uses props to accommodate all levels of strength/flexibility. Definitely require a teacher.
Bikram/hot yoga- follows a sequence of asanas practiced in a hot room. Definitely not for everyone.
Okay, i'm talking too much. Sorry if this is too much detail; i'm a big fan of yoga. If you have any questions, feel free ask!
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