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How Flexible Are You?

Women practice yoga in Hunan Province [1]

After years of dancing, my hamstring muscled are fairly stretched. If I bend over with knees straight, I can easily rest my palms flat on the floor. From what I can tell, physical flexibility is achievable for most of us, with a little determination and regular practice. It doesn’t take particular skill or genetic gifts. On the other hand, a flexible temperament eludes my grasp, no matter how much I practice. How about you?

Women practicing yoga in Hunan Province from the year in photos, 2015 [1]