Episode 120: POSES THAT TRIGGER HIP DISCOMFORT & HOW TO MODIFY THEM SAFELY

Hip pain is one of the most common complaints yoga teachers hear from students, but knowing how to modify thoughtfully for students experiencing hip discomfort can feel overwhelming. Certain poses like Pigeon, low lunges, Warriors, wide-legged forward folds, deep squats, and seated cross-legged positions frequently trigger hip sensitivity. Learn to understand why hips can be so reactive in yoga practice, which specific movements tend to create discomfort, and how to offer intelligent modifications will help you support students with hip pain. This episode breaks down the common poses that trigger hip discomfort and gives you practical modification strategies you can use immediately. 

Listen & learn:

• Why Students Feel Pain In Their Hips In Yoga
• Common Yoga Poses That Trigger Hip Pain
• Practical Modifications for Hip-Opening Poses
• Language That Reduces Nervous System Threat
• The Difference Between Flexibility vs. Structure vs. Pain
• How To Build Capacity Through Exposure
• When to Refer Students to Medical Professionals

Hip pain is common in yoga students, but with thoughtful modifications and language that reduces threat, you can create safe environments for students to explore hip movement and rebuild capacity.

Resources Mentioned:

Half Pigeon Pose: Avoiding Pain & Injury (FREE) - Why Pigeon is challenging, what's happening in the hip, modification options

Sequencing for Students with Injuries (FREE) - Structure classes for students with different pain types

Teaching Students with Injuries Mentorship  Real-time support for your students

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