Deep forward bending, deep backbending and getting assists; or, how to have your hips open like a durian

This morning, I did primary up to Supta Padangusthasana, followed by second up to Yoganidrasana. This has been my practice for the last two ...

Should one practice along with one's student/s? Is an assist a prop?

Did full primary and second up to Ardha Matsyendrasana this morning. The postures themselves were respectable, but the energy level was rath...