West End Yoga Co. puts a unique spin on cat and cow poses, giving Downward Facing Dog a cat-like touch with a special yoga class called the “Kitten, Cat, Mat Class.”
That’s exactly right. While humans bend and stretch on yoga mats, domestic cats and tabby cats jump, play, climb, and nap. Please call me “Nyaga” if you like.
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