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How the AI Workflow Works
Step 1: Input notes. Type or paste brief observations from intake forms, such as “left shoulder pain when bearing weight” or “right knee discomfort in deep lunges.”
Step 2: AI extracts structured data. The model identifies body part, condition, severity, side, and any activity triggers, converting free text into a table:
• Body part (shoulder, knee, wrist)
• Condition (injury, pain, strain)
• Severity (pain vs discomfort)
• Side (left, right, bilateral)
• Modification type (avoid weight‑bearing, restrict range, use props)
Step 3: AI evaluates a base sequence. You upload your planned flow (e.g., Sun Salutation A → Warrior II → Triangle). The AI checks each pose against the extracted injury profile.
Step 4: AI generates a modified sequence script. For each risky pose it suggests a safe alternative or prop‑based adjustment.
Step 5: You preview and approve. Review the AI‑generated script, make any tweaks, then save or export to your class planner.
Concrete Example from the E‑book
Input note: “Left shoulder pain when bearing weight in Downward‑Facing Dog.”
AI output:
• Body part: shoulder
• Condition: pain
• Severity: pain
• Side: left
• Modification: avoid weight‑bearing on left shoulder
Modified pose: Downward‑Facing Dog → Dolphin Pose (forearms down) to protect left shoulder.
Additional Pose‑Specific Adjustments
• Triangle → Place a block under the bottom hand to prevent overstretching the hamstring.
• Warrior II → Keep front leg bent at 90°, shorten stance to reduce hip external rotation.
• Hip Openers (Pigeon) → Replace with Reclining Pigeon (lie on back, cross leg over opposite knee) to avoid pressure on left sciatica.
• Seated Forward Fold → Use a folded blanket under hips, keep a micro‑bend in knees.
• General hip opening: prefer gentle variations and avoid deep flexion when pain is present.
Privacy‑First Implementation
Solution: Run the AI locally or on an encrypted server. Never upload raw student health notes to third‑party APIs without explicit consent. This keeps data secure while still delivering injury‑aware modifications.
Getting Started
1. Choose a lightweight language model that can run on a laptop or private cloud.
2. Create a simple intake form that captures the five data fields above.
3. Feed the notes into the model using the workflow steps.
4. Review the AI‑suggested sequence, approve, and teach with confidence.
For a comprehensive guide with detailed workflows, templates, and additional strategies, see my e-book: AI for Independent Yoga Instructors: How to Automate Class Sequence Planning and Student Injury Prevention Notes.
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How the AI Workflow Works
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