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Your yoga session might make you capable of withstanding more. Learn how yoga works on the brain to increase pain tolerance.

If you feel discomfort, such as sudden and sharp pain that may indicate a serious injury, gently get out 
of the pose and tell your teacher.

During class, our bodies will experience muscle shaking in response to hard work in a yoga pose. Be mindful of proper alignment and focus on the breath.

Here's how to protect yourself in backbending yoga poses to avoid pain and injury, but still reap the asana benefits.

Before you try any inversion for the first time, prepare your body and practice proper alignment to prevent injury and to reap the benefits.

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