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Think yoga is just about touching your toes or striking the perfect pose for Instagram? Think again.

In this episode of the Deepen Your Practice challenge, Dee and I dive into the two most visible – yet often misunderstood – limbs of yoga: asana (physical postures) and pranayama (breathwork). While these are the most recognized aspects of yoga in the West, their true purpose goes far beyond flexibility or aesthetics.

Many people believe they can’t do yoga because they’re “not flexible enough” or their body doesn’t match the images they see online. But the truth? Yoga is for every body. Whether you're in a wheelchair, using props, or flowing through advanced poses, the practice meets you exactly where you are.

We share the inspiring story of B.K.S. Iyengar, who was once rejected from yoga classes due to his physical limitations. His response? He innovated props—like blocks and straps—to make yoga accessible to all. Today, props are a testament to the truth that accessibility is not a compromise; it's the heart of yoga.

Inside this episode:

• How sun salutations awaken energy and prepare the body for deeper practice
• Why heart-openers are essential in counterbalancing tech-induced posture
• What balancing poses teach us about humility, presence, and play
• The power of strength-based flows to build integrated body-mind resilience
• How asana becomes a mirror for our mental patterns, reactions, and emotions
• Why pranayama may be the most underutilized wellness tool in the West

We explore breath techniques like Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing), Kapalabhati (skull-shining breath), and Brahmari (bee breath), uncovering how they help regulate the nervous system, support mental clarity, and balance the brain hemispheres. With research showing that most Americans only use 10% of their lung capacity, it's time to reclaim the power of your breath.

This episode is a reminder that the essence of yoga is presence—a conscious connection to body, breath, and spirit. Whether you're showing up with a dozen props or flowing freely, this practice is for you.

✨ Join us as we continue to explore the Eight Limbs of Yoga—powerful tools for modern life, rooted in ancient wisdom. Because the answers we’re searching for? They’re already within us.

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