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Yoga is one of the oldest mind-body practices in the world, with its origins dating back more than 5,000 years in India.

Yoga involves physical, mental, and spiritual practices including breathwork, stretching, movement, and mindfulness. Types of yoga include athletic styles like vinyasa yoga and slower styles such as hatha yoga—so there’s a yoga practice for everybody. Benefits of yoga include lower stress, better flexibility, stronger muscles, and mental clarity.

Roll out your mat and browse our guide to yoga moves, yoga equipment, and yoga flows. (Oh, and if you’re looking for “yoga studios near me,” look no further.)

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Yoga for Beginners
Yoga Wisdom
Meditation and Breathing Exercises
Yoga Equipment
Online Yoga Classes

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Yoga Poses

August 21, 2019
How To Do A Sun Salutation | The Right Way | Well+Good
5 Strength-Building Yoga Poses That Are Also Full-Body Stretches in Disguise
November 05, 2019
5 Strength-Building Yoga Poses That Are Also Full-Body Stretches in Disguise
Your favorite yoga pose says a lot about your preferred kinds of movement. Love forward fold?…
By Kells McPhillips
Master the ‘Big Five’ Yoga Poses To Set the Foundation for Your Entire Practice
September 27, 2019
Master the ‘Big Five’ Yoga Poses To Set the Foundation for Your Entire Practice
Looking around a yoga class can often feel like you're at a circus, watching people…
By Zoe Weiner
The Soothing Yoga Pose Variations That Provide a Stretch Where You Need It Most
February 24, 2020
The Soothing Yoga Pose Variations That Provide a Stretch Where You Need It Most
 Yoga itself is incredibly soothing. A simple flow will have you rolling up your…
By Tehrene Firman
One of the Most Common Yoga Poses Is Also One of the Easiest To Mess Up
January 17, 2020
One of the Most Common Yoga Poses Is Also One of the Easiest To Mess Up
 In yoga, it's often the simplest-seeming poses that are the easiest to mess up.…
By Zoe Weiner

Yoga for Beginners

August 05, 2019
Yoga For Beginners | Trainer of the Month Club | Well+Good
This 20-Minute Flow Is the Best Introduction to Yoga Inversions for Beginners
September 11, 2020
This 20-Minute Flow Is the Best Introduction to Yoga Inversions for Beginners
Some of the most elusive poses in yoga are inversions, asanas that place your heart…
By Kara Jillian Brown
This Yoga Flow Makes Even the Most Unbendy People More Flexible
July 10, 2020
This Yoga Flow Makes Even the Most Unbendy People More Flexible
One of the most common misconceptions about yoga is that you have to be incredibly…
By Tehrene Firman
This 20-Minute Flow for Beginners Helps You Perfect the Basics of Yoga
September 04, 2020
This 20-Minute Flow for Beginners Helps You Perfect the Basics of Yoga
Whether you're a yoga newbie or pro, it's never a bad idea to get back…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The Most Common Mistakes People Make in Down Dog—And Exactly How To Fix Them
December 21, 2019
The Most Common Mistakes People Make in Down Dog—And Exactly How To Fix Them
Downward dog seems simple enough. It's typically one of the first poses you learn, and…
By Tehrene Firman

Yoga Wisdom

What Are Yoga Sutras—And Why Are They Possibly the Best Part of Your Practice You Could Be Missing?
December 04, 2017
What Are Yoga Sutras—And Why Are They Possibly the Best Part of Your Practice You Could Be Missing?
By Kells McPhillips
What Are Yoga Sutras—And Why Are They Possibly the Best Part of Your Practice You Could Be Missing?
December 04, 2017
What Are Yoga Sutras—And Why Are They Possibly the Best Part of Your Practice You Could Be Missing?
By Kells McPhillips
3 Simple Happiness Tips From a 99-Year-Old Yoga Teacher
August 09, 2018
3 Simple Happiness Tips From a 99-Year-Old Yoga Teacher
The first thing you notice about Tao Porchon-Lynch, AKA “the world’s oldest yoga teacher,” is…
By Lisa Elaine Held
Why Om Gam Ganapataye Namaha Is a Mantra Worth Repeating
February 15, 2019
Why Om Gam Ganapataye Namaha Is a Mantra Worth Repeating
Confession: For a long time, my go-to mantra was something to the effect of, “I…
By Mary Grace Garis
A Yogi Explains What Namaste Means
October 27, 2018
A Yogi Explains What Namaste Means
By Emily Laurence
A Yogi Explains What Namaste Means
October 27, 2018
A Yogi Explains What Namaste Means
Namaste. The sanskrit word is said at the end of every single yoga class, usually in…
By Emily Laurence
This Is What the Om Symbol Means, In Case You Were Wondering
January 16, 2019
This Is What the Om Symbol Means, In Case You Were Wondering
By Erin Magner
This Is What the Om Symbol Means, In Case You Were Wondering
January 16, 2019
This Is What the Om Symbol Means, In Case You Were Wondering
If you've ever been to a yoga class, you'll most definitely be familiar with the…
By Erin Magner

Meditation and Breathing Exercises

September 13, 2019
Vinyasa Sequence To Master Yoga Breathing | Good Moves | Well+Good
How a Successful Root Chakra Meditation Makes You Feel More Grounded
March 31, 2020
How a Successful Root Chakra Meditation Makes You Feel More Grounded
When your root chakra is blocked, it can lead to feeling unsafe and insecure. Nicole…
By Kara Jillian Brown
‘Body Stress Release’ Breathing Is Like a Good Long Exhale for Every Muscle
November 13, 2019
‘Body Stress Release’ Breathing Is Like a Good Long Exhale for Every Muscle
After a year-long hiatus from meditation, I've finally made my way back to the daily…
By Kells McPhillips
Could Yoga Nidra Be the Key To Wiping Out Stress and Anxiety… for Good?
December 06, 2016
Could Yoga Nidra Be the Key To Wiping Out Stress and Anxiety… for Good?
Raise your hand if your favorite part of yoga class is savasana? If that’s the…
By Erin Magner
Gentle Yoga Is There for You on Days When ‘Going Hard’ Is Out of the Question
August 20, 2020
Gentle Yoga Is There for You on Days When ‘Going Hard’ Is Out of the Question
One look at handstands, the splits, or fancy arm balances could fool you into thinking…
By Kells McPhillips

Yoga Equipment

I Found a Yoga Mat That Turns Into a Full Gym in Seconds
October 24, 2019
I Found a Yoga Mat That Turns Into a Full Gym in Seconds
You've probably seen your fair share of at-home gym set-ups. Typically, they have a few…
By Tehrene Firman
Cassey Ho’s 3-Ingredient Essential Oil Blend Will Make Your Yoga Mat Squeaky Clean
August 14, 2018
Cassey Ho’s 3-Ingredient Essential Oil Blend Will Make Your Yoga Mat Squeaky Clean
If you've gagged more times than you'd like to admit in downward dog because the…
By Tehrene Firman
Are Hybrid Yoga Mats Worth the Hype? I Tried One To Find Out
December 05, 2017
Are Hybrid Yoga Mats Worth the Hype? I Tried One To Find Out
Anyone who’s taken a hot yoga class knows there's a special set of  challenges that…
By Mercey Livingston
This Is the Ideal Mat To Use for Every Type of Yoga, According to the Pros
April 10, 2018
This Is the Ideal Mat To Use for Every Type of Yoga, According to the Pros
Just like lacing up in sneakers that suit your workout can help improve your performance, switching…
By Kells McPhillips
The Under-the-Radar Most Beneficial Yoga Block Uses To Know About
April 20, 2019
The Under-the-Radar Most Beneficial Yoga Block Uses To Know About
Whenever I'm in a yoga class, I feel really bad for yoga blocks. They definitely…
By Rachel Lapidos
I Practiced Yoga on a Cork Mat, and I’ll Be Namastaying on It Forever
January 02, 2019
I Practiced Yoga on a Cork Mat, and I’ll Be Namastaying on It Forever
When it comes to yoga mats, you might say I'm in an open relationship. I've investigated which…
By Kells McPhillips
14 Yoga Gym Bags That Stow Your Yoga Mat Seamlessly
February 16, 2018
14 Yoga Gym Bags That Stow Your Yoga Mat Seamlessly
  As a devoted yogi—but one who isn't devoted to just one studio—I find that…
By Rachel Jacoby Zoldan
I Put Manduka’s New Non-Slip Hot Yoga Mat Through a *Serious* Sweat Test—Here’s What It’s Like
May 04, 2018
I Put Manduka’s New Non-Slip Hot Yoga Mat Through a *Serious* Sweat Test—Here’s What It’s Like
I've sweated through my fair share of hot yoga classes, and no matter the number…
By Kells McPhillips

Online Yoga Classes

May 08, 2020
30 Minute Energizing Morning Yoga Flow | Good Moves | Well+Good
Here's a 'Juicy' Hip-Opening Yoga Flow—Because We Could All Use One Right Now
September 28, 2020
Here's a 'Juicy' Hip-Opening Yoga Flow—Because We Could All Use One Right Now
When I first started going to yoga classes with my mom back in high school,…
By Kells McPhillips
This Twisting Yoga Flow Wrings Out Your Bod and Gets You Unstuck Like None Other
September 21, 2020
This Twisting Yoga Flow Wrings Out Your Bod and Gets You Unstuck Like None Other
It's month your-guess-is-as-good-as-mine of quarantine, and if your body is feeling a bit stuck and…
By Kells McPhillips
Let Your Stress Melt Away Completely With This 30-Minute Yoga Flow
June 26, 2020
Let Your Stress Melt Away Completely With This 30-Minute Yoga Flow
For a while, stress slowly—and sneakily!—builds up. Then it's like you feel it all at…
By Tehrene Firman
This 20-Minute Stress-Busting Yoga Routine Is Like WD-40 for Your Tightest Muscles
May 15, 2020
This 20-Minute Stress-Busting Yoga Routine Is Like WD-40 for Your Tightest Muscles
 When the stress is piling on, all of those racing thoughts can lead to…
By Rachel Lapidos

All Articles

The 5-Minute Workouts That Give You the Most Bang for Your Buck
January 20, 2021
The 5-Minute Workouts That Give You the Most Bang for Your Buck
Keep moving, even just a little bit. That's the key to living a long healthy…
By Tehrene Firman
9 Efficient Cardio Planks To Work Your Core *and* Spike Your Heart Rate
January 01, 2021
9 Efficient Cardio Planks To Work Your Core *and* Spike Your Heart Rate
If you want to work your core and spike your heart rate at the same time,…
By Tehrene Firman
14 New Year's Eve Meditation and Yoga Classes You Can Stream Online
December 31, 2020
14 New Year's Eve Meditation and Yoga Classes You Can Stream Online
Much like just about everything else this year, New Year's Eve is going to look…
By Erin Bunch
Banish Your No Good, Very Bad Mood With This 20-Minute Cardio Yoga Flow
December 31, 2020
Banish Your No Good, Very Bad Mood With This 20-Minute Cardio Yoga Flow
Forget waking up on the wrong side of the bed; sometimes 4 p.m. comes and…
By Kells McPhillips
Astro Yoga Combines Astrology and Yoga—Here's How To Practice It
December 29, 2020
Astro Yoga Combines Astrology and Yoga—Here's How To Practice It
Astro yoga is a combination of yoga and astrology that dates back thousands of years.…
By Jessica Estrada
I’m a Yoga Teacher, and These Are the 4 Poses That I Tap to Ease Holiday Stress
December 23, 2020
I’m a Yoga Teacher, and These Are the 4 Poses That I Tap to Ease Holiday Stress
Ah, the holidays. Tis’ the season to be stressed with heightened levels of anxiety and…
By Paris Alexandra
This 30-Minute Full Body Deep Stretch Flow Is the All-Natural Mind-Body Relaxation You Need Right Now
December 18, 2020
This 30-Minute Full Body Deep Stretch Flow Is the All-Natural Mind-Body Relaxation You Need Right Now
This year saw a significant rise in demand and preference for gentler, more restorative workouts…
By Erin Bunch
5 Mood-Boosting Yoga Flows To Slip Into Your Lunch Break
December 09, 2020
5 Mood-Boosting Yoga Flows To Slip Into Your Lunch Break
Widespread work from home culture has opened the door to endless workout possibilities, but the…
By Kells McPhillips
This 20-Minute Yoga Flow Is All You Need To Melt Away Stress
December 04, 2020
This 20-Minute Yoga Flow Is All You Need To Melt Away Stress
While there are dozens of different ways to de-stress when you're feeling overwhelmed, nothing can…
By Tehrene Firman
6 Trainer-Approved Low-Impact Exercises That Give Your Back a Break
December 03, 2020
6 Trainer-Approved Low-Impact Exercises That Give Your Back a Break
High-impact exercises aren't the easiest on your body. If you're starting to feel it in…
By Tehrene Firman
Take 3 Minutes To Wring Out Your Spine With This Yoga Pose
November 23, 2020
Take 3 Minutes To Wring Out Your Spine With This Yoga Pose
Even if you own the most ergonomic desk chair in the whole wide world, you're…
By Kells McPhillips
This Is Why You’re Having Trouble Balancing in Yoga Lunge Poses
November 13, 2020
This Is Why You’re Having Trouble Balancing in Yoga Lunge Poses
Yoga really tests your balancing skills. From tree pose to extended side angle and handstands,…
By Rachel Lapidos
5 Yoga Flows Designed to Help Ease the Stress and Anxiety That Is 2020
November 05, 2020
5 Yoga Flows Designed to Help Ease the Stress and Anxiety That Is 2020
I don't have to tell you that 2020—and this week in particular—has been a lot.…
By Zoe Weiner
5 Couples Yoga Poses That Cultivate Connection and Intimacy (and Don't Require Acrobatics Training)
November 01, 2020
5 Couples Yoga Poses That Cultivate Connection and Intimacy (and Don't Require Acrobatics Training)
Couples yoga might conjure images of cheesy Bachelor-type dates—or, for the less dextrous among us,…
By Jessica Estrada
*This* Is the Most Important Thing to Remember When Getting Into a Handstand
October 22, 2020
*This* Is the Most Important Thing to Remember When Getting Into a Handstand
If you've ever caught a glimpse of people doing acro-yoga—aka acrobatic-style yoga poses—you've definitely seen…
By Rachel Lapidos
3 Form Mistakes That Are Preventing You From Nailing a Perfect Headstand
October 15, 2020
3 Form Mistakes That Are Preventing You From Nailing a Perfect Headstand
Anyone who says that yoga is an easy, breezy workout has never attempted a headstand.…
By Rachel Lapidos
This Combination of Workouts Activates All the Right Muscles for Better Posture
October 11, 2020
This Combination of Workouts Activates All the Right Muscles for Better Posture
Working from home has plenty of benefits, but one thing that's not so great is…
By Tehrene Firman
My Yoga Practice Has Improved My Confidence—Here Are 4 Ways It Can Do the Same for You
October 06, 2020
My Yoga Practice Has Improved My Confidence—Here Are 4 Ways It Can Do the Same for You
The practice of yoga can be unfamiliar ground for many. Sometimes, poses are instructed in…
By Paris Alexandra
The Absolute Best Stress-Busting Yoga Moves Are Restorative Forward Folds
September 23, 2020
The Absolute Best Stress-Busting Yoga Moves Are Restorative Forward Folds
Whenever you're feeling overwhelmed with stress, stepping onto your yoga mat for a flow is…
By Rachel Lapidos
8 Dreamy Hip Opening Exercises To Unlock Even the Tightest Joints
September 21, 2020
8 Dreamy Hip Opening Exercises To Unlock Even the Tightest Joints
Tightness in your hips can be attributed to sitting at your desk all day, but…
By Tehrene Firman
Unwind Your Body and Mind in This Chill Pill of a 20-Minute Yoga Class
September 14, 2020
Unwind Your Body and Mind in This Chill Pill of a 20-Minute Yoga Class
After most people take their first yoga class, their initial reaction is: "Wow—I feel so…
By Kells McPhillips
These Advanced Yoga Poses May Look Intimidating, But You've Got This
September 13, 2020
These Advanced Yoga Poses May Look Intimidating, But You've Got This
If you're a devoted yogi who never misses a class, you know that even once…
By Jessica Estrada
Move Through This 15-Minute Morning Yoga Class While Your Coffee Is Brewing
September 07, 2020
Move Through This 15-Minute Morning Yoga Class While Your Coffee Is Brewing
If you're anything like me, you wake up feeling creaky on all of the days…
By Kells McPhillips
9 Resistance Band Exercises for Beginners That Will Still Totally Kick Your Booty (And Arms, and Abs)
September 06, 2020
9 Resistance Band Exercises for Beginners That Will Still Totally Kick Your Booty (And Arms, and Abs)
This year, working out primarily at home has become the new normal, which comes with…
By Jessica Estrada
I’m a Yoga Teacher-Slash-Physical Therapist—And This Pose Tells You Everything You Need To Know About Your Body
August 18, 2020
I’m a Yoga Teacher-Slash-Physical Therapist—And This Pose Tells You Everything You Need To Know About Your Body
The yoga poses (or "asanas" as they're called in Sanskrit) can make you feel some…
By Kells McPhillips
Peloton’s Chelsea Jackson Roberts Embodies #BlackGirlMagic On and Off the Mat
August 13, 2020
Peloton’s Chelsea Jackson Roberts Embodies #BlackGirlMagic On and Off the Mat
Chelsea Jackson Roberts, PhD, is no stranger to breaking barriers. In 2018, she became the…
By L'Oreal Thompson Payton
This 20-Minute Yoga Flow for Strength Targets Your Tiniest Muscles
August 07, 2020
This 20-Minute Yoga Flow for Strength Targets Your Tiniest Muscles
When you're trying to improve your strength, your first thought is probably to add a…
By Tehrene Firman
The 15-Minute Yoga Flow for Runners You Should Do Every Week
July 23, 2020
The 15-Minute Yoga Flow for Runners You Should Do Every Week
Getting your daily runner's high can come at a cost. As you hit your mileage…
By Tehrene Firman
'Share the Mic' Is Taking On the Yoga Community Next—These Are the Voices To Listen For
July 16, 2020
'Share the Mic' Is Taking On the Yoga Community Next—These Are the Voices To Listen For
If you're not yet familiar with #ShareTheMicNow, it's time to give the campaign a follow.…
By Tehrene Firman
How to Use Yoga to Combat Brain Fog (Because Yes, It Helps With That Too)
July 12, 2020
How to Use Yoga to Combat Brain Fog (Because Yes, It Helps With That Too)
Brain fog can happen to anyone—especially in the middle of a pandemic. Eating the right…
By Rachel Lapidos
I'm a Black Yoga Instructor in Appalachia—And Here's What I've Learned
July 10, 2020
I'm a Black Yoga Instructor in Appalachia—And Here's What I've Learned
There are times in our lives where we find ourselves in unexpected places. Maybe we…
By Kristin Booker
Why Nicole Cardoza Says Racism in the Wellness Industry Is Particularly Egregious—And the Time To Change Is Now
June 16, 2020
Why Nicole Cardoza Says Racism in the Wellness Industry Is Particularly Egregious—And the Time To Change Is Now
Just a day after announcing that she'd created the Anti-Racism Daily newsletter, Nicole Cardoza was…
By Abbey Stone
How the position of your gaze improves your yoga practice in so many ways
June 07, 2020
How the position of your gaze improves your yoga practice in so many ways
Throughout a yoga session, you're bound to hear certain phrases each and every time you…
By Rachel Lapidos
The secret to stability in yoga lies in your nether region, and it’s called mula bandha
May 30, 2020
The secret to stability in yoga lies in your nether region, and it’s called mula bandha
People who haven't tried yoga often sneer at the practice for being too easy. Once…
By Rachel Lapidos
This hip-opening yoga flow totally unwinds the largest joint in your body in just 20 minutes
May 29, 2020
This hip-opening yoga flow totally unwinds the largest joint in your body in just 20 minutes
 The practice of yoga has a lot to offer in its bag of tricks,…
By Kells McPhillips
Toss the weights! This 20-minute strengthening yoga flow will fire up your full bod
May 22, 2020
Toss the weights! This 20-minute strengthening yoga flow will fire up your full bod
 Whenever someone tells me they think yoga is "too easy" for them, I nod…
By Kells McPhillips
Yoga pros see chaturanga done wrong all the time—here's how to build enough strength to nail it
May 17, 2020
Yoga pros see chaturanga done wrong all the time—here's how to build enough strength to nail it
Typically, the beginning of a yoga flow is relatively simple as you are just starting…
By Rachel Lapidos
How to stack shorter workouts to create the best combinations at home
May 13, 2020
How to stack shorter workouts to create the best combinations at home
Long gone are the days of heading to your favorite fitness studio for an in-person…
By Tehrene Firman
Move Through This 30-Minute Energizing Yoga Flow To Stretch Out Every Cramped Muscle in Your Body
May 08, 2020
Move Through This 30-Minute Energizing Yoga Flow To Stretch Out Every Cramped Muscle in Your Body
 Days spent cramped inside due to the COVID-19 quarantine can leave one's body feeling…
By Rachel Lapidos
How to pair yoga and strength training to reach any fitness goal you have
May 03, 2020
How to pair yoga and strength training to reach any fitness goal you have
Yoga is one of the best things you can do to increase your overall health, on…
By Rachel Lapidos
9 neck and shoulder stretches that melt away a month's worth of tension in 8 minutes flat
April 30, 2020
9 neck and shoulder stretches that melt away a month's worth of tension in 8 minutes flat
 Even if your head, neck, and shoulders are experiencing extra soreness during the prolonged…
By Rachel Lapidos
How to *really* clean your yoga mat
April 27, 2020
How to *really* clean your yoga mat
Ever nestled into child's pose, taken a deep, cleansing breath, and smelled something…seriously off? That's…
By Melisse Gelula
The best type of yoga to wake you up *and* help you fall asleep
April 21, 2020
The best type of yoga to wake you up *and* help you fall asleep
There are 17.3 million Instagram posts tagged with #yogaeverydamnday, which makes it clear that a lot…
By Zoe Weiner
Do you need to stretch after yoga? A physical therapist explains
April 18, 2020
Do you need to stretch after yoga? A physical therapist explains
Yoga has a reputation of being a gentle workout that's easy on the body and…
By Rachel Lapidos
60 seconds in this yoga pose will unwind rounded-shoulder tightness
April 17, 2020
60 seconds in this yoga pose will unwind rounded-shoulder tightness
Shoulder tightness is one of the most annoying woes that seems to be exacerbated when…
By Rachel Lapidos
The best IT band stretches to loosen up your lower body after a hard day of sedentary behavior
April 13, 2020
The best IT band stretches to loosen up your lower body after a hard day of sedentary behavior
If you spend a lot of time sedentary every day, there's a good chance you're…
By Tehrene Firman
5 yoga backbends that work to mobilize a contracted spine
April 13, 2020
5 yoga backbends that work to mobilize a contracted spine
We live in a world filled with back-contracting activities. We hunch over a computer to…
By Rachel Lapidos
The 'handstand challenge' is actually a great workout—here's how to modify it
April 07, 2020
The 'handstand challenge' is actually a great workout—here's how to modify it
By now you've probably seen the handstand challenge. It blew up on social media last…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Hot tip: When doing yoga, you can use parts of your body to massage and relieve muscle soreness
April 07, 2020
Hot tip: When doing yoga, you can use parts of your body to massage and relieve muscle soreness
As everyone stays put at home during the COVID-19-induced sheltering in place, our bodies are…
By Rachel Lapidos
Sorry, pigeon pose: The ‘fire log’ gets way deeper into your hips
April 04, 2020
Sorry, pigeon pose: The ‘fire log’ gets way deeper into your hips
The world's hips are tight, you guys. Being forced to pretty much stay at home,…
By Rachel Lapidos
Everything you need to know about yoga for sleep, because an 8-hour savasana never hurt anybody
April 03, 2020
Everything you need to know about yoga for sleep, because an 8-hour savasana never hurt anybody
Back in college when I had a lot of free time on my hands (LOL),…
By Kells McPhillips
8 stretches to open your heart chakras during this stressful time
April 01, 2020
8 stretches to open your heart chakras during this stressful time
It’s no secret that the past few weeks have been collectively stressful for the world.…
By Rebecca Norris
Think outside the mat and try these 9 yoga block exercises for building strength
March 29, 2020
Think outside the mat and try these 9 yoga block exercises for building strength
It's a total myth that reaching for a yoga block when you can't quite touch…
By Rachel Lapidos
The 5 Tibetan Rites distill thousands of yoga poses down to a single handful
March 27, 2020
The 5 Tibetan Rites distill thousands of yoga poses down to a single handful
Yoga's not a trendy new workout. It has 5,000 years of history as a practice…
By Kells McPhillips
The best way to open up your body in yoga (and combat rounded shoulders)? Get into a bind
March 23, 2020
The best way to open up your body in yoga (and combat rounded shoulders)? Get into a bind
If you've practiced yoga before, you already know how effective it is at opening up…
By Rachel Lapidos
5 yoga breathing techniques to cultivate chill vibes on and off the mat
March 19, 2020
5 yoga breathing techniques to cultivate chill vibes on and off the mat
When practicing yoga, it’s easy to get caught up trying to nail each posture, but…
By Jessica Estrada
Online workouts you can do at home to ease social distancing
March 16, 2020
Online workouts you can do at home to ease social distancing
Gyms are now closed, but it's still so important to keep taking care of yourself…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The strength-boosting sequence that'll help you master the yoga headstand
March 16, 2020
The strength-boosting sequence that'll help you master the yoga headstand
You may be able to twist your way into a bird of paradise with the…
By Zoe Weiner
The only post-work stretches you need to call it a day on tension
March 13, 2020
The only post-work stretches you need to call it a day on tension
I'm not sure what genius dreamed up the brilliant idea that we should all sit…
By Kells McPhillips
Yoga has literally thousands of poses, but a stretching expert says this one unwinds every muscle
March 06, 2020
Yoga has literally thousands of poses, but a stretching expert says this one unwinds every muscle
No one has an exact count of the number of asanas out there (it could…
By Kells McPhillips
A laughing yoga session in India gave me the most powerful sense of human connection I've ever felt
March 03, 2020
A laughing yoga session in India gave me the most powerful sense of human connection I've ever felt
"We're going to be late!" Our tour guide, Umesh, had us park our bikes outside…
By Zoe Weiner
This yoga teacher swears by weekly baths with 200 pounds of ice
February 25, 2020
This yoga teacher swears by weekly baths with 200 pounds of ice
 What happens in a yoga class inspired by the Wim Hof Method? Watch the…
By Kara Jillian Brown
'Somatic exercises' stretch the stress right out of your poor, aching body
February 19, 2020
'Somatic exercises' stretch the stress right out of your poor, aching body
If you've ever unrolled your mat for the celestial experience known as Yin yoga, you…
By Kells McPhillips
Pros say meridian exercises have the potential to open up your entire body
February 12, 2020
Pros say meridian exercises have the potential to open up your entire body
If you've ever gotten acupuncture or pressed on an acupressure point, you know how much…
By Rachel Lapidos
How to use your yoga practice to boost your stamina while standing still
February 09, 2020
How to use your yoga practice to boost your stamina while standing still
Typically, when people want to build their stamina, they start incorporating high-intensity interval training and…
By Rachel Lapidos
These chest-opening yoga moves 'flush out' your lungs for more open breathing
January 31, 2020
These chest-opening yoga moves 'flush out' your lungs for more open breathing
Whether you've been to a single yoga class or practice on the reg, there's a…
By Rachel Lapidos
This yoga flow boosts flexibility so you'll be touching your toes in no time
January 30, 2020
This yoga flow boosts flexibility so you'll be touching your toes in no time
You may feel drawn to yoga for its stress-relieving reputation or its cool, contortionist shapes.…
By Kells McPhillips
I’m a yoga therapist and MD, and these are the 5 middle back stretches I recommend every day for a healthy spine
January 28, 2020
I’m a yoga therapist and MD, and these are the 5 middle back stretches I recommend every day for a healthy spine
The human body is home to 33 vertebrae that support your muscles, protect your spinal…
By Kells McPhillips
How to do wheel pose the right way, straight from a yoga pro
January 24, 2020
How to do wheel pose the right way, straight from a yoga pro
 Form is everything in yoga (technically, form is everything in any workout, but that…
By Erin Bunch
I do hundreds of yoga classes a year, but none has lit up my arms like this 10-minute flow
January 23, 2020
I do hundreds of yoga classes a year, but none has lit up my arms like this 10-minute flow
 Anyone who's tried to execute crow pose (a Cirque du Soleil-worthy arm balance) knows…
By Kells McPhillips
These are the most popular studios around the U.S., according to ClassPass
January 22, 2020
These are the most popular studios around the U.S., according to ClassPass
The beauty of a Classpass membership is that on any given day, you can choose…
By Zoe Weiner
This 12-minute butt-sculpting yoga flow will put squats and lunges to shame
January 16, 2020
This 12-minute butt-sculpting yoga flow will put squats and lunges to shame
 People tend to forget that yoga is actually a sneaky butt-sculpting workout. Flowing into…
By Rachel Lapidos
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