[Sportschosun Reporter Kim So-hee] Singer and yoga studio owner Lee Hyo-ri continued her distinctive path by personally running her studio from 4:30 a.m. on International Day of Yoga.
On the night of the 20th, Lee Hyo-ri posted an announcement on the official SNS account of Ananda Yoga, which she operates, saying, "Entry begins at 4:30 a.m. tomorrow," signaling an early-morning practice session.
June 21 is International Day of Yoga, designated by the United Nations (UN), a meaningful observance marked by yoga demonstrations and practice around the world. In line with the day, Lee Hyo-ri also opened the studio earlier than usual and reportedly led a special practice program.
That day, Ananda Yoga held sessions from the early morning, and Lee Hyo-ri joined the students in a 108-repetition practice, matching their pace. The deep, focused training added significance to the occasion.
After finishing the early-morning practice, Lee Hyo-ri personally brewed chai, an Indian-style milk tea, and served it to the students as a warm gesture. The students expressed their gratitude, saying, "I think I can become stronger from here on," "Thank you for the great practice," "Teacher Hyo-ri was so beautiful today too," and "Thank you for making it possible to have this experience."
Meanwhile, Lee Hyo-ri married guitarist Lee Sang-soon in 2013 and had been living on Jeju Island. In 2024, she moved to Pyeongchang-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul.
Having practiced yoga for more than 10 years, Lee Hyo-ri opened Ananda Yoga in Yeonhui-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, in September last year and has continued to engage with fans by taking part in classes herself.
