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Christina Peters’s Success Story
One woman’s yoga practice spurred her recovery from an eating disorder — and offered her a path to self-acceptance.
Letting Go at Wanderlust 108
An Experience Life editor tackles a “mindful triathalon” — and finds a little peace of mind along the way.
Breathe Like a Yogi
Yoga has been this teacher’s path to spiritual freedom. It can be yours, too.
Yoga for Every Body: Q&A With Jessamyn Stanley
The body-positive advocate shares how we can all let go of doubt and be kinder to ourselves through yoga.
Yoga for Athletes (Video)
Learn how to perform these six yoga poses, aimed at enhancing your running, strength training, basketball, cycling, tennis, and swimming game.
Behind the Scenes With Jonny Kest (Video)
Go behind the scenes at our cover shoot with yogi Jonny Kest and learn how he embraces new possibilities and challenges.
Yoga for Athletes
New approaches are making this ancient practice work for those who exercise, play hard — and want to keep their edge.
Breathing Space: Jonny Kest
Renowned teacher Jonny Kest shares his insights on the transformative power of yoga.
How Do I Choose the Right Style of Yoga for Me?
Seeking a vigorous workout, total relaxation, or increased flexibility? Finding your yoga type depends on your end goal.
What to Read Now: I Am Yoga
Susan Verde’s book aims to center kids’ thoughts and bodies through yoga.
A Better Way to Roll Your Yoga Mat
Our founding editor offers a quick, simple technique that will keep your mat cleaner and in better shape.
The Art of Stillness
In a world obsessed with speed and rife with distractions, there are few things that feel better than sitting still, paying attention — and going nowhere. A celebrated travel writer explains how to get there.
How Exercise Decreases Inflammation
We know food can make a difference in lowering chronic inflammation, but regular activity also plays an important role. Here are some helpful tips on how to make exercise work for you.
The Workout: Spiral Power Qigong
This grounding qigong routine trains your body to move as an integrated unit — increasing mobility, enhancing mental focus, and building strength.
PUMPING IRONY: Your Brain on Yoga
A new study suggests movement and meditation may conquer dementia and depression. My own experience suggests it promotes an odd sort of conviviality.
The Restorative-Yoga Workout
Soothe tight, tired muscles and recharge your body and mind with these yoga-inspired moves.
The Workout: Restorative Yoga (Video)
See how to soothe tight, tired muscles and recharge your body and mind with these yoga-inspired moves.
Behind the Scenes With Kathryn Budig (Video)
The yoga instructor and author shares her thoughts on reaching goals for 2016 — and beyond.
True Joy: Kathryn Budig
Kathryn Budig empowers her yoga students to find authentic pleasure and meaning in what matters to them.
Expert Answers: Back Hurting After Yoga Class
Why does my back hurt after yoga class?
The Workout: Animal Flow (Video)
Improve how you move with this dynamic, body-weight workout developed by personal trainer Mike Fitch, NSCA-CPT.