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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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How To Create an Intention-Based Yoga Practice for an Emotional Release
September 14, 2021
How To Create an Intention-Based Yoga Practice for an Emotional Release
Sometimes, it can be difficult to let things go, which can present its fair share…
By Erin Bunch
Have a Sedentary Lifestyle? Leg Flossing Will Help Take the Edge Off of Tight Desk Hips
August 30, 2021
Have a Sedentary Lifestyle? Leg Flossing Will Help Take the Edge Off of Tight Desk Hips
My legs are always sore and tight, thanks to all the bootcamps, running, and dog walking…
By Rachel Lapidos
This 20-Minute Yoga Flow Is Specifically Designed To Help Prevent Burnout
August 10, 2021
This 20-Minute Yoga Flow Is Specifically Designed To Help Prevent Burnout
If you've ever experienced burnout—a legit medical condition recognized by the World Health Organization and…
By Erin Bunch
This 20-Minute Flow Is Designed To Help You 'Bend Without Breaking,' On and Off the Mat
July 27, 2021
This 20-Minute Flow Is Designed To Help You 'Bend Without Breaking,' On and Off the Mat
Just as our bodies can sometimes be rigid and resistant to challenging yoga poses, our…
By Erin Bunch
The Ethel's Club Relaunch Offers More Affordable Curated On-Demand Wellness for People of Color
July 19, 2021
The Ethel's Club Relaunch Offers More Affordable Curated On-Demand Wellness for People of Color
When Naj Austin launched Ethel's Club in late 2019, she had no idea that a…
By Kara Jillian Brown
'I'm a Yoga Teacher Over 50, and These Are My Favorite Poses That Are Easy on the Joints'
July 18, 2021
'I'm a Yoga Teacher Over 50, and These Are My Favorite Poses That Are Easy on the Joints'
Yoga is hailed as being gentler on the joints than other forms of exercise, and…
By Erin Bunch
This 30-Minute Restorative Yoga Flow Should Be a Part of Your Weekly Workout Rotation
July 13, 2021
This 30-Minute Restorative Yoga Flow Should Be a Part of Your Weekly Workout Rotation
The events of this past year have changed each and every one of us in…
By Erin Bunch
This 15-Minute Chair Yoga Flow Is Perfect for All Bodies, Ages, and Experience Levels
June 29, 2021
This 15-Minute Chair Yoga Flow Is Perfect for All Bodies, Ages, and Experience Levels
If you're of a certain age, the idea of chair yoga might bring back memories…
By Erin Bunch
Girlvana's Ally Maz Is Bringing Yoga's Empowering Elements To the Next Generation
June 23, 2021
Girlvana's Ally Maz Is Bringing Yoga's Empowering Elements To the Next Generation
When Alex Mazerolle—aka Ally Maz—started teaching yoga at 20, she was dealing with "an eating disorder,…
By Zoe Weiner
This Is Everything You Need To Create Your Own Eco-Friendly Yoga Corner
June 21, 2021
This Is Everything You Need To Create Your Own Eco-Friendly Yoga Corner
You know how stepping into a yoga studio—with its aroma of essential oils, perfectly hanging…
By Well+Good Editors
This 30-Minute Yoga Flow Is the Reset You Need To Prep for a Roaring '20s Summer
June 15, 2021
This 30-Minute Yoga Flow Is the Reset You Need To Prep for a Roaring '20s Summer
Summer officially begins this week and for many of us, this season promises to be…
By Erin Bunch
The Eagle Crunch Targets 2 of Your Body's Hardest-To-Hit Spots
June 04, 2021
The Eagle Crunch Targets 2 of Your Body's Hardest-To-Hit Spots
There are certain muscles that are notoriously hard to hit. The biggies? Your inner thighs…
By Zoe Weiner
This 30-Minute Yoga Flow Is As Much for Mental Health As Physical Flexibility
June 01, 2021
This 30-Minute Yoga Flow Is As Much for Mental Health As Physical Flexibility
Over the course of this past year, we've been forced to adapt to unprecedented, uncomfortable,…
By Erin Bunch
This 20-Minute Gentle Yoga Flow Is Exactly What Your Burnt Out Body and Brain Have Been Begging For
May 25, 2021
This 20-Minute Gentle Yoga Flow Is Exactly What Your Burnt Out Body and Brain Have Been Begging For
Deep in the throes of burnout after a year of working nonstop through an unprecedented…
By Erin Bunch
Peloton Yoga Relaunched With New Class Types and Instructors Teaching in Spanish and German
May 24, 2021
Peloton Yoga Relaunched With New Class Types and Instructors Teaching in Spanish and German
When Peloton Yoga launched in December 2018, its goal was to complement the aerobic exercise…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Ignite Your Muscles With This Juicy 20-Minute Yoga Flow
May 11, 2021
Ignite Your Muscles With This Juicy 20-Minute Yoga Flow
After a year spent moving from the bed to the desk to the couch, my…
By Erin Bunch
This 15-Minute Core-Stabilizing Flow Will Make Everyday Life Easier—and Banish Back Pain in the Process
April 27, 2021
This 15-Minute Core-Stabilizing Flow Will Make Everyday Life Easier—and Banish Back Pain in the Process
Nearly every move you make in life starts with the core, which consists of far…
By Erin Bunch
7 of the Best Yoga Mats to Replace the Worn-Out One You're Still Sweating On
April 16, 2021
7 of the Best Yoga Mats to Replace the Worn-Out One You're Still Sweating On
Yoga can help you de-stress, boost your concentration, and improve your posture (among many other…
By Allie Flinn
Grab a Blanket—This Yoga Flow Is Designed To Put You To Sleep
April 13, 2021
Grab a Blanket—This Yoga Flow Is Designed To Put You To Sleep
If your baseline levels of stress and anxiety are higher now than they were pre-pandemic,…
By Erin Bunch
4 Black-Owned Yoga Mat Brands To Enhance Your Practice
April 07, 2021
4 Black-Owned Yoga Mat Brands To Enhance Your Practice
Yoga does the mind and body good, helping you calm your thoughts, be more present,…
By Paris Alexandra
'I'm a Yoga Instructor and These Are the 4 Best Yoga Pillows I Use for a Supported Session'
March 30, 2021
'I'm a Yoga Instructor and These Are the 4 Best Yoga Pillows I Use for a Supported Session'
Yoga is a transformative practice, but sometimes the seated poses aren't always the most comfortable…
By Kayla Hui
This 30-Minute Yoga Flow Is Designed To Supercharge Your Creativity
March 30, 2021
This 30-Minute Yoga Flow Is Designed To Supercharge Your Creativity
Few things zap creativity like stress, and the past year has been nothing if not…
By Erin Bunch
This 20-Minute Chest-Opening Sequence Is an Easy Way To Improve Your Posture
March 23, 2021
This 20-Minute Chest-Opening Sequence Is an Easy Way To Improve Your Posture
Long hours at the computer, followed by long commutes or, in the pandemic age, just…
By Erin Bunch
Why Jessamyn Stanley Says Chair Pose Can Teach You a *Ton* About Mental Toughness
March 19, 2021
Why Jessamyn Stanley Says Chair Pose Can Teach You a *Ton* About Mental Toughness
When a yoga teacher tells you to engage your core, sit your hips back, and…
By Zoe Weiner
This Yoga Flow for Body Positivity Is All About Trust and Honor
March 16, 2021
This Yoga Flow for Body Positivity Is All About Trust and Honor
Yoga for body positivity is meant to honor every part of it from head to…
By Erin Bunch
This 24-Minute Hip-Opening Yoga Video Might Make You Cry—But in a Good Way
March 09, 2021
This 24-Minute Hip-Opening Yoga Video Might Make You Cry—But in a Good Way
Jessica Biel's favorite yoga poses are pretty much the juiciest of juicy: hip-openers. They feel…
By Erin Bunch
This 30-Minute Yoga Flow for Posture is a Head-to-Toes Wring Out
March 02, 2021
This 30-Minute Yoga Flow for Posture is a Head-to-Toes Wring Out
I once had a boyfriend who would constantly tell me to sit up straight; obviously,…
By Erin Bunch
This 20-Minute Yoga Flow Will Help You Find Balance (Literally)
February 23, 2021
This 20-Minute Yoga Flow Will Help You Find Balance (Literally)
Much is made of the need for finding "balance" in life, but TBH, this isn't…
By Erin Bunch
This 15-Minute Lower Back Stretch Is the Next Best Thing to a Massage
February 16, 2021
This 15-Minute Lower Back Stretch Is the Next Best Thing to a Massage
If you're one of the millions of people who experience lower back pain, you know…
By Erin Bunch
This Full-Body Recovery Toolkit Eases Every Kind of Tension From Your Day
February 10, 2021
This Full-Body Recovery Toolkit Eases Every Kind of Tension From Your Day
The work-from-home situation has taken the discomfort of being chained to a computer all day…
By Erin Bunch
This Quickie Work-From-Home Yoga Flow Is the Break You've Been Waiting For
February 09, 2021
This Quickie Work-From-Home Yoga Flow Is the Break You've Been Waiting For
Once upon a time, many of us spent long days in an office, with little…
By Erin Bunch
This Brain-Boosting Yoga Move Improves Your Concentration in 60 Seconds Flat
February 04, 2021
This Brain-Boosting Yoga Move Improves Your Concentration in 60 Seconds Flat
Need to improve your concentration? There's a yoga move for that. And the best part…
By Tehrene Firman
This 15-Minute Neck-and-Shoulder Stretch Relieves Tension in Your Body and Mind
February 02, 2021
This 15-Minute Neck-and-Shoulder Stretch Relieves Tension in Your Body and Mind
After a year of moving from your bed to your desk to your couch—because pandemics…
By Erin Bunch
9 Yoga Bolsters To Help You Get the Most Out of Your Restorative Yoga Practice
January 27, 2021
9 Yoga Bolsters To Help You Get the Most Out of Your Restorative Yoga Practice
I used to have an actual office set up in my apartment, but as the…
By Allie Flinn
Yoga HIIT Is the Best Way To Get Your Daily Dose of Strength Training, Stretching, and Cardio at the Same Time
January 20, 2021
Yoga HIIT Is the Best Way To Get Your Daily Dose of Strength Training, Stretching, and Cardio at the Same Time
As any trainer will tell you that a good fitness routine includes elements of cardio,…
By Zoe Weiner
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
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
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