In this episode, we’re talking about one of yoga’s most persistent myths: that there’s such a thing as perfect alignment. Many of us were taught that safety and skill are determined by how closely a student’s alignment matches the positioning that you saw in a picture. However, modern understanding of anatomy, pain science, and the nervous system tells us a very different story.

Alignment looks and feels different for every student. Their structure, past injuries, and proprioceptive awareness all influence how a student experiences movement.

I’ll talk about how & if you should pause your class when your cues aren’t landing, how to communicate function rather than shape, and how to help students explore alignment through curiosity instead of correction. You'll understand how nervous system regulation plays into physical expression and how fostering safety can change the way your students move and learn.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have a more modern perspective on alignment and practical ways to bring individualized, inclusive, and evidence-informed teaching into your classes.

If you want to evolve past outdated alignment rules and start teaching from a place of understanding, compassion, and adaptability, this is the episode.

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Ep 106: The Myth of Perfect Alignment

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Ep 106: The Myth of Perfect Alignment