Life affects posture; If you get to class with these habits, the asanas will be painful ! Practice should heal (yogatherapy). My approach is to focus on precise, better body biomechancs and safety. Check out my fantastic blend between a yoga session and a massage called Yapana® Stretch One on One. Poor posture affects breathing too ~ check out some breathing and relaxing tips on my Yoga Mind Cd; join one of my public yoga classes in Tenafly or book your private yoga class with me, we will work on your goals together and carry you forward into a healthier YOU