YOGA AND FITNESS

4 Things Most Men Get Wrong About Yoga (And How to Get It Right)

By Anushka Sharma

Yoga isn’t just a trend—it’s a lifestyle that’s transformed millions of people to stretch easy, breathe easy.But the truth is, for a lot of men, it’s still a world they haven’t fully stepped into — not because they aren’t capable, but because it’s never really been shown to them as theirs. Not because they can’t. But because of a few common—and fixable—missteps.
Here’s what they often get wrong (and how making a few smart choices can make your practice stronger, cooler, and way more comfortable).

1. Believing Flexibility Comes First

Most men assume yoga requires already being bendy. That’s not true.

Yoga is the journey to flexibility, not the reward for already having it. But if you’re trying to reach that goal in tight polyester gym wear, you’re setting yourself up for discomfort.