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The Truth About Yoga and Stretching w/Yogi Aaron

Are you doing yoga wrong? Or not quite right?

Yoga has many mental and physical benefits. It is a popular form of exercise that is often touted for its ability to improve flexibility and reduce stress.

But if you've tried yoga and it brought you nothing but hurt, this interview is a must-listen.

Yogi Aaron is the owner of the Blue Osa yoga retreat in Costa Rica. He's also the host of Stop Stretching: The Podcast. (https://yogiaaron.com/podcast/)

Yogi Aaron has been practicing yoga for over thirty years. In this episode, we will explore the science behind yoga and stretching and discuss the potential dangers of stretching in yoga.

This episode is chock full of practical tips and poses you can use to stop stretching and start doing yoga so it benefits you.

Yogi Aaron provides practical tips on how to safely and effectively do yoga without stretching.

• The disconnect between yoga and stretching (8:18)
• Reasons your joints may be stiff (9:58)
• Flexibility vs stability (11:44)
• Suggested yoga pose instead of stretching (14:14)
• Why yoga is good for middle-aged women (17:36 )
• The importance of breath in yoga - practical tips (33:00)

Grab a copy of his book Stop Stretching: A new yogic approach to master your body and live pain-free (https://amzn.to/3CHYBXS) .

Connect with Yogi Aaron: yogiaaron.com (https://yogiaaron.com) | YouTube: Yogi Aaron (https://www.youtube.com/@YogiAaron)

Disclosure: These show notes contain affiliate links including Amazon Associates affiliate links. This means if you make a purchase after following one of these links I may get a small commission.  There's no extra cost to you.

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