Quick tip: exhale as you ease into your stretch.
Your breath is doing way more work than you think — a slow exhale signals your nervous system to relax, which lets your muscles actually let go instead of tensing up against the stretch.
So next time you're sinking into a pose, try this: inhale to prepare, then exhale slowly as you move deeper. You'll probably notice you can go further with way less effort.
Give it a try during your next stretch session and let me know if you feel the difference 🌈💙