Do twists detoxify? Unpacking common yoga myths

This is where the subhead goes where we talk about how you need to do your research and two other things 

Jason Crandell in a Prasarita Twist

Do twists detoxify? Is it safer to jump back to Chaturanga than Plank? In all likelihood you’ve heard — or even taught? — one of the yoga myths you’ll hear on this episode. This is a judgement-free zone and not about shaming or guilting anyone! But it’s important to unpack some of the idiosyncratic beliefs that get repeated in Yogaland and explore why it’s time to let them go.

PS: Is there a yoga myth that we missed? Post it on Instagram and tag @andreaferretti so we can see it!

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