(Supports Week 24) What Are Benefits and Contraindications in Yoga? Yoga offers many benefits — increased mobility, strength, awareness, and emotional regulation. However, every practice must be balanced with discernment. Contraindications are situations where certain movements, breathing practices, or techniques may not be appropriate. Understanding them is a cornerstone of safe teaching. As a yoga teacher, your role is not to diagnose, but to: Offer options Observe response