Raff's Brain #144: Hot Yoga Problems - YOGA in the HEART of WEST VIRGINIA!

In this short but soothing installment of Hot Yoga Problems, Rob Raffety steps off the heated mat and into the heart of West Virginia. Broadcasting from the cozy confines of his Subaru, he recounts a mellow yet meaningful session at Soul Shine Yoga, held inside an old elementary school in Buckhannon.

From deep-breathing through punishing chair poses to drifting off in a 15-minute shavasana (with assists, no less), this episode is a love letter to small-town yoga and the community that makes it happen. Rob captures the vibe — from the gravel parking to the nostalgic punch card system — with signature wit and warmth.

Outline:

• Quick update: It’s not hot yoga, but the brand lives on
• Arrival at Soul Shine Yoga (barely on time!)
• Class structure: accessible flow, no vinyasa pressure
• The surprising power of chair pose
• Instructor-led shavasana assists — unexpected and amazing
• Reflections on community offerings and quality for cost
• Nostalgia triggers: punch cards and video stores
• Tease for upcoming OBX yoga content
• Big thanks to Ashley White and the Soul Shine crew

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