Yoga Myths Debunked: Discover The Truth And Start Practicing Today

Myth 1 - You have to be flexible

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Myth 2 - Yoga is only for young people

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Myth 4 - You need expensive equipment

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Myth 5 - Yoga is too easy to be exercise

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Myth 6 - Yoga takes too much time

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Myth 7 - Yoga is just sitting and breathing

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