Jason Crandell

By Jason Crandell Most fathers I know share a few things in common. A love for their kids that’s genuinely hard to articulate. Hips that haven’t been properly stretched in longer than they’d like to admit. Shoulders that carry more than their fair share. And somewhere underneath all of it, a quiet layer of tension that rarely gets addressed. Because there’s always something more pressing to take care of first. I’m a father myself, and I recognize all of these things.

Here’s the good news: you most likely have knees. And, the bad: they will most likely be injured or sensitive at some (or several) moments in your life. Practicing with injured or recovering knees can be tricky, but these 5 tips will go a long way in helping you navigate some of the challenges that you might experience while practicing. 1. If you have knee discomfort in your life, anticipate that you WILL have to troubleshoot some challenges in your practice—but it will be worth it.

Your lower back will thank you. Can’t concentrate? Give your mind and body a break with these beginner-friendly poses. Take a few minutes for yourself today. Not sure how to sequence on your own? Here’s everything you need to know. Sometimes less is more. Even 5 minutes of decompressing can make sleep less elusive. When fatigue and frustration settle in, perhaps it's time to pause and come back to yourself. When Sun Salutations feel good, they feel very, very good.