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The Tom Tom navigation system has become something of a household name with many of us owning one. As a result of this, thefts of the unit have soared and thieves will specifically target vehicles they know to contain one.

How, you ask, do they know you have a Tom Tom? Well in some cases this can be fairly obvious due to the cradle being left in the windscreen. Of course this is not something the majority of us would do but you may still be unwittingly leaving signs to be seen by all.

The most obvious thing and a fact many of us overlook is the suction cup marks left behind when the cradle is removed. I must admit to falling foul of this particular one myself. Youd think that it would end there but it doesnt. Many versions of the Tom Tom now have bluetooth to allow communication with a mobile phone. If you leave your Tom Tom switched on with the bluetooth activated your device can be scanned for by a thief using a mobile phone. Regardless of whether you have hidden it in the glove box or under your seat it will still be found. I must add this also applies to certain laptops as the wireless bluetooth technology is set as default to wake the laptop up when it receives a bluetooth signal. This can be disabled if you know where to look within windows.

The latest scheme the thieves have come up with, if perhaps a fairly obvious one, is to follow a car home if they see it has a sat nav device and then steal the unit later in the evening. This is apparently becoming fairly common practice. Then of course there are those that simply chance their luck and break into several cars in one night in the hope the owner will have left the unit in the car. Also following in the same vein, do not enter you address as a take me home feature. If your Tom Tom is stolen the thief simply has to press take me home to be delivered to your door.

If you search for theft statistics youll find that in london alone 13,000 sat nav units were stolen last year resulting in many claims to motor insurance companies.

I would advise you check with your car insurance provider as you may only have theft coverage up to a certain level and this may not be enough to replace your device should it be stolen. You may be required to purchase a bolt on to your policy if you do not have enough coverage.

Things you can do; if your device is stolen you can register the serial number with the Tom Tom website, this may help track the unit down if updated or the traffic feature used. You can now also buy a strongbox which is simply a large metal lockable box which can be locked into your car to prevent theft of your device and any other valuables.

You can also help to crack down on the rapidly expanding market for stolen Tom Tom units by refusing to buy a unit without a box and instructions as this will have most probably been stolen.

13,000 sat nav units were stolen in the capital city last year alone according to data released by motor insurance companies.

Always ensure your car insurance provider offers you a high enough level of cover to replace your possessions should they be stolen.

yoga for a beginner is an exciting time when you start to discover all of the wonderful benefits that yoga has to offer. When you first begin yoga, there are several things you can do to make your experience positive.

The following are ideas you might want to consider as you begin your yoga journey.

Types of yoga
It is a good idea when you are doing yoga as a beginner, that you choose a style that matches your fitness level, personality, and health condition. Review what each type of yoga has to offer so you can choose a class that is best suited to you.

yoga instruction
Yoga for a beginner is best practiced under the supervision of an experienced teacher. It is important to maintain proper body alignment. A good teacher will make corrections so you dont injure yourself and can also offer modifications if you have any physical restrictions. A teacher can also help you go a little deeper into a pose so you get the most from your practice.

You can find beginner yoga classes at many studios and gyms. often the first class is free, so you can try different classes to see which ones you like best.

yoga Attitude
An important point to realize about yoga for a beginner is that it is non-competitive. You are not trying to stretch farther than other people in the class or even keep up with them. You are paying attention to your body, and while you want to challenge it, you also want to listen to it. If, at any point during your practice, you begin to feel pain, either ease up a little, or come out of the pose. It is more important to honor your body than to try to do a pose perfectly.

Breathing
The most important point in yoga for a beginner is to breathe correctly during the postures. In yoga you breathe in and out through your nose in order to allow yourself to breathe more deeply. Breathing helps you get relaxed and it also helps you move more deeply into the poses. If you feel an area of tension in your body, you can direct your breathe to that spot to help it release. If, at any time during a pose, you find that you cannot breathe deeply, either ease up or come out of the pose. Breathing correctly is one of the most important goals in any yoga practice.

yoga for a Beginner Kit
You might want to get a beginner yoga kit, which usually includes a sticky mat, a strap, and one or two yoga blocks. Some also include a yoga video so you can supplement your classes with practice at home.

Preparing for Class
Do not eat a heavy meal fore several hours before your class. yoga is best practiced on an empty stomach. Do drink water, both before and after your practice in order to keep your body well hydrated.

Yoga for a beginner is the first step on a journey of ever increasing self-awareness, a greater level of strength, endurance, and flexibility, and a deeper sense of peace. Have fun and enjoy everything along the way!

Della Menechella is a yoga and fitness enthusiast who has been involved in fitness for over thirty years. Here website http://www.beauty-fitness-yoga-source.com is filled with practical information about how you can make yoga and fitness a positive part of your life.