Not a Yoga person? This 70-year-old instructor might change your mind

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar is known for promoting meditation and his philosophy of creating a world free of stress and violence. Credit: SBS Hindi Credit: Getty Images/Supplied

Every year on 21 June, International Yoga Day is celebrated worldwide to honour yoga and raise awareness of its many benefits. In this episode, we speak with Darryl Alexander, a 70-year-old Iyengar yoga instructor from Canberra. He explains the basics of yoga, from debunking myths about flexibility to highlighting the roles of breath, diet, and age. Darryl provides a simple, practical guide for anyone ready to begin their yoga journey, regardless of experience or age.

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Published 18 June 2025 12:15pm

By Vrishali Jain

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Every year on 21 June, International Yoga Day is celebrated worldwide to honour yoga and raise awareness of its many benefits. In this episode, we speak with Darryl Alexander, a 70-year-old Iyengar yoga instructor from Canberra. He explains the basics of yoga, from debunking myths about flexibility to highlighting the roles of breath, diet, and age. Darryl provides a simple, practical guide for anyone ready to begin their yoga journey, regardless of experience or age.

Disclaimer: The information given in this interview is of general nature. This information may not be appropriate for your personal circumstances - contact your health practitioner for clear advice on your condition.

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