5 Common Yoga Injuries Plus 6 Ways to Avoid Them

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Nothing interrupts the peaceful flow of a yoga practice quite like an injury. While yoga tends to be a strengthening and restorative practice, sometimes it can result in injuries. Here are 5 common yoga injuries and 6 easy ways to keep them from interrupting your practice.

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Lower Back Injuries

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Shoulder and Wrist Injuries

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Neck Injuries

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Knee Injuries

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Pulled Hamstrings

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1. Let Go of Your Ego

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2. Take Your Time

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3. Find a Guide

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4. Be Wary of Hyperflexibility

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5. Adopt a Yin Practice

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6. Listen to Your Pain

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