The difference between mobility & flexibility
Yoga is an excellent method for improving mobility and flexibility. In everyday language, these terms are often used interchangeably, although they refer to different things.
Yoga is an excellent method for improving mobility and flexibility. In everyday language, these terms are often used interchangeably, although they refer to different things.
The importance of strength in yoga is often less discussed than flexibility. However, strength is crucial for using your own flexibility safely and thus achieving a healthy range of motion in the body.
An understanding of biomechanics can help to improve performance by enabling movements to be performed more effectively and efficiently and to develop targeted training for specific areas of the body.
Inappropriate alignment can not only lead to pain and injury, but can also reduce the effectiveness of the asana and prevent you from getting the full benefit of the pose.