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Short answer: No. There isn’t clinical evidence that atorvastatin (Lipitor) has any direct effect on yoga flexibility. No randomized trials have looked at “flexibility” as an outcome, and lipids/CV outcomes are the usual endpoints. What is known that might be relevant: - Statins, including atorvastatin, can cause muscle-related side effects in some people (myalgia, weakness, fatigue). In a subset of individuals, this can affect exercise tolerance or comfort during physical activity. - Rarely, statins are associated with tendon or muscle issues, but this is not a reliable or proven way to improve or worsen flexibility, and evidence is inconsistent. - Most people can continue to exercise (including yoga) while taking a statin, but if you develop new or worsening muscle pain, weakness, or cramps, you should contact a clinician. They may check CK levels, assess other causes, and consider adjusting the dose or switching therapies if needed. If you want, I can summarize what current reviews say about statins and exercise performance or muscle symptoms in more detail. Do you want that?
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