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Adam explores the relationship between yoga asana and strength training, discussing historical roots and practical advice for health and longevity.

Adam explores the relationship between yoga asana, other physical activities, and the evolution of yoga practices. He discusses historical roots, modern misconceptions, and practical advice for balancing yoga with strength training for longevity and health. KEY TOPICS · Historical roots of yoga and ascetic practices · The relationship between yoga asana and body care · Risks of over-stretching and joint instability with age · The importance of strength training for longevity · Integrating energy work with physical exercise SUPPORT KEEN ON YOGA Become a Patron: https://www.keenonyoga.com/patrons/ Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/infoRf CONNECT WITH ADAM Website: www.keenonyoga.com Instagram: @keen_on_yoga | @adam_keen_ashtanga In person events: https://www.keenonyoga.com/all-events/ LISTEN Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keen-on-yoga-podcast/id1509303411 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5iM9lcw52JskHUZ2eFvVxN WATCH https://www.youtube.com/@keenonyoga

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Host: Adam Keen

Topics covered

• yoga asana
• strength training
• longevity
• historical roots of yoga
• body care
• over-stretching
• energy work

Keywords

• yoga
• strength training
• health
• longevity
• over-stretching
• body care
• energy work

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