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First, please understand that it's extremely important to receive a physical exam or consult a physician before starting any new exercise routine. Although it is a popular myth that only people who start practicing contortion at a young age can develop their skills enough to perform, it is simply untrue. If you are in good health and motivated to set aside time each day to achieve maximum results through stretching and building strength - it does not matter what age you start at. Progression and flexibility will increase according to your body, your determination and several other factors. You can start at the age of 10, 20, 30 and even older and still gain extreme flexibility.
Yes, definitely. If you are seeking increased range of motion in your joints, increased flexibility and strength and the ability to achieve advanced yoga poses - then contortion could be the answer. Many of the poses and stretches which contortionists perform, are either extremely similar or the same as many popular yoga poses. The contortionists version of the pose just may be taken to the next level and extreme. For example, the Elbow stand Scorpion pose is a popular yoga position which contortionists also practice.
If what you are seeking is increased flexibility then YES! Whether you decide to do this as a hobby, for the positive health and wellbeing benefits or to perform, is up to you. Everyone needs to start somewhere and when first starting out it's normal to be tight and stiff. Within a short period of time, you will notice major changes in your flexibility and range of motion!
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