You don’t have to force yourself into a twist that doesn’t work for you.
Yoga isn’t about copying the person next to you or squeezing into a shape that feels restrictive. Twists, in particular, can feel tight, constricting, or even make it hard to breathe—but that doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong. It just means your body is asking for more space.
✨ You don’t have to take the “traditional” version of a pose.
✨ You don’t have to sacrifice comfort for depth.
✨ You don’t have to make yourself smaller in your practice.
Choosing an open twist instead of a closed one isn’t a modification—it’s just another way to move. It’s not less. It’s not easier. It’s just different.
The best version of any pose is the one that feels right in your body.
If twists ever feel stuck or restricted, try opening them up. See how it feels to create space instead of collapsing. You deserve to move in a way that works for you. 💛
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