Review of Power Yoga: Strength Without the Barbell

Overview
Power Yoga borrows flow from Vinyasa but dials up load—longer holds, athletic transitions, creative core work. Think chair variations, plank series, standing balances that bite (nicely).

Best for
- Cross‑trainers, HIIT fans wanting mindful heat, anyone bored by gentle pacing.

Benefits
- Builds leg and shoulder endurance;
- Improves joint control under fatigue;
- Satisfying sweat without the impact of running or plyometrics.

Cautions
- Not every day. Alternate with mobility/Restorative.
- Mind elbows and lower back in long chaturanga or wheel attempts.

Try this mini‑practice
- 3 × Sun A to warm.
- Flow: Chair → Lunge → Warrior III → Crescent → Plank variations (shoulder taps).
- Core finisher: Forearm plank 3 × 30–40s.
- Savasana 3–4 minutes.

Final word
Power is best when you leave feeling capable, not crushed. If breath shortens to panic, you’ve tipped from training to drama—step back.

-Lois