Yoga fiction is a burgeoning genre of books that tell tales of spiritual enlightenment through an ancient Indian practice. But what happens when such practices are severed from their cultural roots? By Dr. Shameem BlackFellow, Department of…
Yoga is shown to benefit mental health, reduce risk of age-related diseases and even protect cognitive function. By Dr. Holger CramerProfessor, Research in Complementary MedicineUniversity of Tübingen Introduction Yoga has been linked to numerous health benefits. But is…
Normally, breathing happens automatically. But we can control our breath, by directing the movement of our diaphragm and mouth. And the benefits are significant and wide-reaching. By Dr. Theresa LarkinAssociate professor of Medical SciencesUniversity of Wollongong By…
A medical anthropologist explores claims about the health benefits of sound baths and how to choose the one to attend. By Dr. Elisa J. SoboProfessor of Anthropology & Director for Undergraduate Research, College of Arts and LettersSan Diego State University Introduction In recent years, sound…
A yoga teacher in 1930s India inspired today’s transnational yoga with his spectacular fusion of tradition and innovation. By Lalita KaplishDigital content editor Introduction Suzanne and Alaric both practice Iyengar yoga.…
Yoga means many things to many people. It’s a spiritual practice, a way to stay flexible, a meditation practice, a system of wellbeing, and even a form of therapy. By…
A scholar of yoga and meditation explains how yoga is part of humanity’s global heritage and what can be learned from its long and complex global history. By Dr. Jeremy David EngelsProfessor of Communication Arts and SciencesPenn…
The combination of physical movement and mindfulness provides a wide range of health benefits. By Dr. Herpreet ThindAssociate Professor of Public HealthUMass Lowell Introduction The popularity of yoga has grown tremendously in the past decade. More than 10% of U.S.…
Part of yoga’s appeal is that it is seen as a mystical, ancient tradition. The truth is, the practice of yoga today is profoundly different from those ancient ways. By Dr. Jeremy David…
