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Sure. Archana R Gomati Woli Rachna Rashika K Priya K can take laughter yoga sessions.

It would be great to do a few min of Laughter Yoga in some group sessions too!

Every January we promise ourselves a healthier year, and by February most of those promises quietly fade.

As the New Year begins, many of us feel inspired to reset our health, energy, and routines. But real life does not pause for resolutions. Work, family, travel, stress, and low-energy days still show up.

That is why instead of rigid goals, this year we are inviting you to focus on yoga intentions.

Intentions shift the question from “Did I do enough?” to “Did my practice support me today?”

In this new article, we explore why most New Year yoga resolutions fade, and how setting gentle, realistic intentions can help you build a practice that actually lasts through 2026.

Read the full article here: https://myyogateacher.com/articles/new-year-yoga-goals-intentions

We recently conducted a Laughter Yoga session for children at a local school. It was a heartwarming reminder of yoga’s deeper purpose of cultivating joy, mindfulness, and emotional well-being.

Watching children discover laughter as a form of meditation was both inspiring and grounding. It reaffirmed how yoga, in all its forms, helps us reconnect with simplicity and happiness.

A heartfelt thank you to our teacher Rachna who led the session with compassion and energy.

Sharing glimpses of the session - Laughter_Yoga_Session.mp4

Kanupriya: I agree with all that you said, except “age is just a number.” Clearly, you are still young! I was always active, vibrant, positive, and hopeful until age descended upon me, (in my 60’s) and my body rebelled against many previous activities. Now, at nearly 77, I have many aches and pains that have come from aging, and I don’t have the positivity I had in my youth. It takes work, focus and mindfulness to reach contentment these days. Thankfully, I have yoga to carry me through that process, while I continue to navigate unexpected aches and pains.

I had a good time too. Where can I see the pictures, videos from the event?

I began my yoga journey nearly 7 years ago, when I had just turned 70. It has been soooo influential in my life for physical improvement, healing through 5 knee surgeries, and emotional, spiritual and mental balance. The camaraderie within MYT has also been a blessing during these dis-connected times in the world. You are beginning a beautiful and rewarding journey. Congratulations, and be delighted!

Hii Liza,
Please be assured — 60 is a beautiful age to start yoga. It is absolutely not too late. Yoga is not about being flexible first; flexibility is something that develops with practice. That’s why it is said Yoga is for Everyone.

I understand that fear and nervousness that comes so I’d love to share some beautiful experiences:
I currently teach students aged 61, 64, and even 76, and they’ve been practicing with me for the past one year. They all started with limited flexibility, joint pain and discomfort and some fear of course, but today they enjoy better balance, strength, mobility, and confidence in daily life.

With proper guidance, yoga is done gently, safely, and with modifications, so there’s no need to worry about hurting yourself. At this stage of life, yoga becomes especially valuable for balance, joint health, and overall well-being.

If you’re starting yoga at 60, you’re not late — you’re right on time.

Liza Cooper
Age is just a number—you can begin yoga at any stage of life, whether you’re flexible or not. Yoga isn’t about achieving extreme poses or being naturally flexible; it’s about relaxing the muscles, joints, and body, and most importantly, calming the mind. Your experience depends greatly on how the teacher guides you through the journey, helping you gradually build strength, mobility, and ease in movement.

I started yoga at 64. It has been a year now. My knee pain and back pain is gone. I believe age is not a barrier

I was 67. It improved my mobility, flexibility, and stability greatly. It even helped my feet. There is yoga for all ages and levels and I highly recommend it!

Hi everyone, I could really use some guidance.

I’m 60 years old and have very limited flexibility. My doctors have suggested yoga to help improve my range of motion, but I honestly feel a bit confused and nervous about where to start. I worry that because I’m not flexible, I might do something wrong or hurt myself.

Is it too late to start yoga at this age? Has anyone started yoga later in life with little to no flexibility and found it helpful?

Hi everyone,
I just wanted to pop in with a gentle reminder about Monday evening’s class at 9:30pm EST.
This practice is a chance to slow down and breathe as 2025 comes to a close.
We’ll move through simple, supported Yin poses (with chair options), guided by the idea of taking a quiet walk past the year — noticing that it’s behind us, without needing to analyse or relive it.
There’s no pressure to reflect deeply or feel a certain way. You’re welcome to simply rest, be present, and let the practice hold you.
Come as you are whether tired, curious, full, or empty. Feel free to bring a loved one, play your own music, light a candle, or set the tone in whatever way feels comforting to you.
This hour is about settling, not fixing.
I’d love to have you there.

You have to wait for 30mins

how much time we should wait to eat or drink anything after completing yoga

We’re closing 2025 with a special Yin Yoga session led by Annelise Piers, our Yin Yoga specialist
This is a gentle, deeply calming practice to help you slow down, release tension, and reflect on the year.

Limited spots are available, so please book soon.
Join here: https://bit.ly/49ahqCO

#YinYoga #Gratitude #MyYogaTeacher

As the year comes to a close, we’re inviting you to slow down, breathe, and reflect.

Join us for a 60-minute guided Yin Yoga session focused on deep rest, emotional reset, and gratitude. This is a gentle closing practice to help you unwind your body, clear your mind, and step into the new year feeling calmer and more grounded.

What you’ll experience

Deep, supported stretches for hips, spine, and shoulders
Space to reflect and reset emotionally
Guided prompts to cultivate gratitude and presence
Session details
Monday, December 29
9:30 PM EST / 6:30 PM PST
🧘‍️ Instructor: annelise piers Annelise P , Yin Yoga Specialist
Duration: 60 minutes

If 2025 felt fast, heavy, or overwhelming, this session is for you.

Book your spot here: https://myyogateacher.com/group-classes/ending-2025-with-gratitude-a-yin-yoga-flow

We’d love to practice with you

Angela Broadbent thanks for highlighting this issue, we have released the fix for this issue.

Hi Angela Broadbent , thanks for highlighting this issue, it was indeed a tech issue and fix was rolled out couple of days ago. We see that your reviews are present on the right classes now.

Thanks again for your love for the platform and teachers, please keep the feedbacks flowing.

Hi Sai,
For osteopenia of the spine, the focus is on gradually strengthening the spine through gentle, controlled movements in multiple directions to support proper alignment. Holding specific postures with stability improves spinal strength.while yoga strengthens the muscles supporting the spine. It is important to avoid intense forward bends and deep back arches, and to progress slowly while listening to the body. Appropriate weight-bearing exercises help stimulate bone growth and support bone density.

Strengthening the diaphragm and abdominal muscles, improving digestive function, along with suitable dietary changes, can help manage GERD which in turn help absorb the essential nutrients.

Yoga also supports knee health by strengthening the muscles around the knee, improving alignment, flexibility and help in distributing weight evenly through the legs, and protecting the knees. Gentle practice enhances joint mobility and circulation, supporting long-term knee functions.

Wishing you a happy and mindful yoga practice.