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Raff's Brain #67: Hot Yoga Problems - Resting in Gorilla Pose? Nope!

Author
Rob Raffety
Published
Wed 15 Jan 2025
Episode Link
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🔥 Episode Summary:
In this episode of Raff's Brain, Rob dives headfirst into the hilarious and relatable struggles of hot yoga, featuring a pose-by-pose breakdown of the day's challenges. Today’s main antagonist? Gorilla pose—a so-called "resting pose" that feels anything but restful. Along the way, Rob shares musings on the Apple Watch's fitness tracking quirks, societal catchphrases like "it'll buff out," and the audacity of Maryland drivers. The episode is a humorous exploration of why we keep showing up for things that make us uncomfortable, from awkward yoga poses to daily commitments. Namaste, Mo Fo’s.

💡 Episode Highlights:

  1. The Problem of the Day: Gorilla pose and its deceptive label as a "resting pose."
  2. Apple Watch Shenanigans: False calorie counts, workout timers, and dreams of smarter tech.
  3. Rants and Revelations:
    • The absurdity of "it'll buff out" as a solution to life's problems.
    • Maryland drivers and Rob's creative taxation proposal.
  4. Gut-check Time: The real challenge of hot yoga isn’t just flexibility; it’s grappling with self-improvement and physical limitations.
  5. The Big Question: Could daily yoga be the secret to happiness and balance, or is it just a pipe dream?

📚 Key Terms:
hot yoga problems, gorilla pose, Apple Watch, fake resting poses, yoga struggles, Maryland drivers, workout motivation, gut health, fitness tech, Namaste

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