Lee Hyori's Yoga Studio Embraces 'It's Okay to Fart'... Heartwarming and Realistic Communication

Singer Lee Hyori's yoga studio is bringing smiles and comfort to its students through realistic and warm communication.

On the 20th, the official account of 'Ananda', the yoga studio run by Lee Hyori, shared a photo with the caption, 'Farting is okay. It's alright. Relax. Refreshingly~ (I felt relieved)'. This was a review left by a student who had attended a yoga class.

The student shared, 'I was embarrassed when I farted during practice, but instructor Lee Hyori told me it was okay.' They added, 'That one sentence made me feel at ease.' Upon the release of this review, netizens reacted enthusiastically, with comments like 'So like Lee Hyori' and 'I'd want to go to a yoga studio like this too.'

Lee Hyori's yoga studio is known for emphasizing 'relaxation of the mind over flexibility of the body.' She fosters an open atmosphere where anyone can participate, regardless of their beginner status or body type. Last month, she also garnered attention by responding to beginner students' questions such as 'Is it okay if I'm stiff?' and 'Is it okay if I'm not thin?' with 'Yes. You are very welcome.'

Meanwhile, Lee Hyori opened 'Ananda Yoga' in Yeonhui-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, last August.

Netizens are widely sympathizing with and praising Lee Hyori's down-to-earth personality. Typical comments included, 'As expected of Lee Hyori! Cool and admirable,' and 'Yoga would be more enjoyable learning from a teacher like this.'