Raff's Brain #41: Hot Yoga Problems - We Are So Back, Yoga Domination, Flying Squirrel Pose, & MORE

Some rambling thoughts on my drive back from the hot yoga studio. Today's problem(s): my triumphant return to yoga dominance and the impossibility of the flying squirrel pose.

Hot Yoga Problems is a part of Raff's Brain, a show about things that are interesting to me, Rob Raffety. See: www.RaffsBrain.com

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SUMMARY:
In this episode of Raff's Brain: Hot Yoga Problems, Rob celebrates a triumphant return to hot yoga, sharing his highs and lows during the class. He reflects on the rarity of dominating a session, the challenges of the elusive peak pose (possibly a "flying pigeon" or "flying squirrel"), and the determination it takes to tackle difficult goals. Mixing humor and motivation, Rob examines how perseverance and small victories in yoga mirror life's challenges.

OUTLINE:
Introduction

• Rob's triumphant return to yoga after a long break.
• Celebrating a rare "dominating" performance in class.

The Yoga Session

• Success in poses like Sun A, Sun B, and core work.
• Avoiding child’s pose and staying consistent.

The Peak Pose Challenge

• Struggles with a peak pose (possibly “flying pigeon” or “flying squirrel”).
• Description of the pose's complexity and physical demands.
• Comparison to 80s WWF wrestling moves like the "figure four."

Reflection on Progress

• Acknowledging the difficulty of the pose and setting a long-term goal to master it.
• Humorously contemplating age, weight, and time as factors in achieving the goal.

Post-Yoga Reflections

• Discussing the satisfaction of pushing through challenges.
• Balancing yoga with everyday errands and winter weather.
• Encouragement to keep striving for growth in yoga and life.