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Jana Long Shares Why It’s Never Too Late to Start Yoga
By Jana Long — 2919
It is never too late to start over. Here is a story of professional transformation, guided by yoga. Plus, tips for teaching to older adults and a practice to keep us all healthy and agile as we age.
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