Balanced Yoga

Comment BEGINNER if you’ve ever felt like everyone else in yoga class got the memo except you.

One of the hardest parts of being new to yoga isn’t the poses - it’s knowing what to do when things don’t go as planned.

You’re in Low Lunge. Your back knee is begging for a blanket. The blankets are across the room.

Now what?

Because sometimes yoga can feel confusing when you’re new. You look around the room and assume everyone else knows exactly what they’re doing while you’re trying to figure out your options.

The truth? Most beginners have these moments.

If you’ve ever felt lost, confused, like you’re the only one who doesn’t know what to do, or the only one experiencing discomfort in class, comment BEGINNER and I’ll send you my list of 10 things every beginner thinks they’re doing wrong in yoga… but aren’t.🧘‍♀️💕

You don’t need permission to take up space. ✨

60 minutes of yoga in under 60 seconds.

Today’s practice was all about expanding—not forcing, not striving, just allowing ourselves to take up the space we already deserve to occupy.

We reached through our fingertips, stretched toward the edges of the room, and explored bigger, more expansive shapes. It’s amazing how a small shift in intention can completely change the way a pose feels.

For our cool down, we did center splits, students chose 90/90 or pigeon before melting into a supported fish pose and a well earned savasana.

Sometimes taking up space isn’t about making yourself bigger for others to notice. It’s about showing up fully for yourself.

Where could you stop shrinking and take up a little more space today? 💙

Extended Side Angle is one of those poses that looks simple, but a few common habits can make it feel unstable, uncomfortable, or harder than it needs to be.

Here are the 3 mistakes I see most often:

1️⃣ Rounding and leaning forward
Many students shift their weight toward the floor instead of opening through the chest. This often happens because we’re focused on getting lower rather than creating length. Instead, think about reaching through the crown of your head and rotating your chest open.

2️⃣ Letting the front knee collapse inward
This is incredibly common, especially as the legs begin to fatigue. When the knee falls toward the centerline, it can place extra stress on the knee joint and reduce stability. Try gently pressing the knee in line with the middle toes to help engage the outer hip and create a stronger foundation.

3️⃣ Reaching for the floor too soon
The floor isn’t the goal—the shape and sensation are. If reaching down causes your spine to round or your chest to collapse, bring your hand higher. A block, your thigh, or simply hovering your hand can help you maintain length and openness while your mobility develops over time.

Remember: yoga isn’t about forcing yourself into the deepest version of a pose. It’s about finding the version that allows you to breathe, feel supported, and stay connected to your body.

Which of these do you catch yourself doing most oftEn?