81: Debunking the Myths: You Have to Be Flexible, Fit, & Thin to Teach Yoga - Soloepisode with Reika

In the third episode of her four-part mini-series, Reika Shucart tackles one of the most pervasive myths in the yoga world: that to be a yoga teacher, you must be young, thin, flexible, or fit. Reika shares her own journey of not fitting the "yoga teacher mold" and the insecurities that came with it, and how she's learned to show up confidently as she is. This episode is a heartfelt reminder that yoga teachers come in all shapes, sizes, ages, backgrounds, and levels of ability, and that showing up as your authentic self is powerful. Whether you're an aspiring teacher or a seasoned one, this episode will remind you why your voice and presence in the yoga world matter.✨ Mentioned in the episode:Upcoming workshop: ⁠Yoga Meets Physical Therapy: Teaching Yoga for Healthy Aging with AJ⁠ – July 26, 2025⁠Accessible Yoga Training at Ra Yoga⁠ – August 10 & 17, 2025⁠Subscribe to Reika's Newsletter⁠Reika's Instagram: ⁠@reikayogawww.reikayoga.com