Yoga

Another exciting annual celebration is coming! The MyYogaTeacher team has prepared 4 days of really beautiful classes – free to you – in honor of International Yoga Day!(Keep reading to learn more a...

Are you tired of feeling tired all the time? You're not alone. Chronic fatigue syndrome affects millions of people around the world, leaving them feeling drained and fatigued. But don't worry, yoga ca...

As we age, our bodies change and become more susceptible to falls and injuries. However, practicing yoga can help seniors improve their balance, flexibility, and overall well-being. In this article, w...

Breast cancer is a disease that affects millions of women every year. It can be a devastating diagnosis, but there is hope for those who have survived breast cancer. Yoga can help breast cancer surviv...

Feeling a bit backed up? Constipation is a common problem that nearly everyone experiences in their lives. It can involve unpleasant symptoms, like infrequent bowel movements, difficulty passing stool...

There is an easy way to get more out of your yoga and meditation practice, and this method is commonly overlooked. Mudras, or hand gestures, can be used to help heal specific issues, gain powerful ins...

Ready to make time and take time for YOU in the New Year? This 2-day event on January 16-17 makes it easier than ever to start and keep a self care routine going.And, of course, you’re invited!A...

When the fall months of October and November transition to winter, do you start feeling a bit down? Do you often struggle to feel positive and motivated in December and January, or a sense of gloom th...

Are you having problems getting to sleep after a busy day? Do you keep waking up in the middle of the  night? Or are you having trouble staying asleep? You’re not alone. According to Sleepfoundation.o...

Both Yoga and Buddhism first originated in India, leading some to wonder how they each came to evolve and whether or not they are related. In fact, it’s common for people to confuse the two, since the...

How to get Started:Are you ready to commit to an at home yoga practice? No matter what your reasons for deciding to start an at home practice, MyYogaTeacher has you covered! We will help you beg...

Training for a big race? Setting some goals you want to crush before the year ends? No matter what your reasons, yoga can be a great way to cross train for running from a 5k to a marathon! Running is ...

There are lots of reasons for doing yoga at home instead of a yoga studio, some of which include distance, busy schedules, kids, financial concerns, and health issues. The good news is you can set up ...

Are you new to yoga? Looking to develop a practice but don’t know what style or where to begin? Hatha yoga is a great choice for beginners looking to build a routine or veterans looking to deepen thei...

Announcing MyYogaTeacher’s first ever FREE Ayurveda Week Event! You’re invited to participate in seven days of free sessions focused on managing your health & wellness through Ayurvedic principles a...

What is Ayurveda?In Sanskrit, Ayurveda means “science of life”Ayurveda is one of the oldest known medical practices with roots based in India. It’s an alternative type of medicine that believes in...

Why adding Yoga to your routine can make you feel like your most calm and confident self.We all know women have a lot on their plate. With all the things we have to get done in a day, it’s hard to r...

August 12-18Keep reading to learn more and sign up for some very special sessions!The pandemic, politics, climate change, a recession and inflation…these things do not have to define your mental a...

Most of us have questions before or when we start practicing yoga! That’s normal. As a matter of fact, as you grow in your practice, the amount of questions doesn’t really get smaller. They just get d...

You have the power to break bad habits. Whether you feel like you do or not, you have the power inside you to make any changes you want in yourself!Willpower is the main source of drive for most...

MyYogaTeacher now has over 105,400 students and a 4.9 star rating with 73,653 reviews!Apple App Store Reviews: 4.9 out of 5 star rating - 1,010 reviewsGoogle Play Store Reviews: 4.7 ...

Whether you’re a new yogi or you’ve been practicing for a while, there’s bound to be words you’ve heard in a yoga class that you didn’t know or understand.That’s normal! And you’re certainly not the...

You may hear a lot about yoga for back pain, yoga for joint pain, yoga for lots of different types of pain. That’s why we don’t want to leave out yoga for neck and shoulder pain!Your cervical spine ...

In honor of International Yoga Day,MyYogaTeacher is announcing our first ever Fun Pic Contest!We want to see your fun side! Because yoga doesn’t always have to be serious. Sometimes laughing at ou...

Yes, we’re going there. Why on earth would we decide to approach the very controversial topic of religion and yoga? Because we will forever maintain that yoga is for everyone, no matter what you bel...

Yoga is for every body. And that’s just one of the wonderful things about it! Another wonderful thing is there are specific yoga poses for women, men, children, disabled people, seniors. A yoga ...

The MyYogaTeacher team is so excited to announce that we’re celebrating International Yoga Day by offering some very special FREE sessions!(Keep reading to learn more about them and sign up!)The f...

It’s not new news that relationships of any kind can be challenging. Sometimes in good ways and sometimes bad, but either way, we grow and learn.Friendships, relationships with parents, siblings, co...

Whether you’re going to the gym for the first time or the millionth, working out around a lot of people can be intimidating and uncomfortable for many people. As a matter of fact, upwards of 40% of th...

Let’s be clear. Some forms of skin pigmentation are due to genetics and hereditary factors. And wrinkles are a natural sign of aging. There is absolutely nothing wrong (and everything beautiful) w...

It’s never too late to start working on or complete your goals!Whether it is January 1 or December 31, here at MyYogaTeacher, we believe every single baby step towards your goals is important, but w...

Approximately 7% of children between the ages of 3-17 suffer from anxiety. Depression affects about 5% of American children and adolescents.During the ages when kids are supposed to be being...well,...

Don’t laugh! We’re for real.If you’re not a cat person, are allergic to cats, or have a traumatic experience with felines, you can skip this article altogether. We totally understand!However, whet...

Did you know that, in the United States, heart disease is the leading cause of death amongst adult men, women, and most racial and ethnic groups?Studies show that one person dies every 36 seconds du...

Runners are a whole community of people. They are focused, consistent, resilient, and committed to their craft.They also tend to succumb to a whole host of physical issues specific to runners. Kind ...

Here at My Yoga Teacher, we’re never bored by yoga. There’s always something new to learn, a yoga pose we haven’t mastered yet or meditation practices that can get even better.However, we understand...

There are a lot of things in this world that are incurable. Unfortunately, Alzheimer’s disease is one of them. If you’ve ever known someone with this horrible disease, you’ll understand how hard it ...

You’ve probably experienced post nasal drip.Even if you didn’t know what it was, most everyone can relate to the discomfort that comes from excessive sinus drainage and sinus problems. The sore th...

If you’ve ever had a migraine, you’ll understand why it’s such a hot topic in the holistic health world. Grab your 2-week free trial here and join us on the mat!Everyone’s looking for a remedy t...

First responders deserve all the awards and accolades we could possibly give them.If we took all the trophies from all the Oscars combined and gave them to first responders, it wouldn’t even begin t...

Here at My Yoga Teacher, we truly do believe that yoga is for everyone. Every body. No matter the shape, size, fitness level.But what about people with disabilities? Debilitating illnesses like mult...

Did you know that it is pretty common for athletic trainers to require their athletes to take ballet classes as a part of their training?It’s true. Football players, particularly, can often be found...

You can now create your own online yoga studio - the classes you want, at the times & days you want, open for the entire community to enjoy! You might be wondering - how does this work?Well, w...

Did you know that approximately 20 million Americans suffer with thyroid disorders? Women more than men.There is probably not a cell in your body that isn’t affected by your thyroid, a little butter...

While Type I diabetes is often not preventable (and mostly due to genetics or environmental factors), Type II diabetes is running rampant in America. As a matter of fact, 90-95% of people with diabe...

Modern science is slowly, but surely embracing so many things from ancient Eastern culture. More and more therapists are using yoga as a tool for psychotherapy, a “prescription” for mental health prob...

Here at myYogaTeacher, we totally understand how busy people get. Your life is so full! Full of work, family, friends, and...well, living.Maybe it’s also full of stress, time constraints, and bu...

It’s a simple question that we get asked a lot as yoga instructors.What is a Sun Salutation and why is it important? After all, this simple series of asanas is included in almost every single yoga p...

What Is Iyengar Yoga?Iyengar yoga is the practice of pranayama and asanas that's combined to emphasize body alignment, planned sequencing and timing, and the use of props like blocks, straps, bolste...

What Is Yin Yoga?Yin yoga is a very slow-paced style of yoga where poses are held for a long time — anywhere between five and twenty minutes — to target and stretch deep connective tissues like tend...

We've upgraded our website. First – What's the same?We are who we've always been. Your classes and teachers will continue to give you the best, most authentic yoga experience possible!Th...

Community Created Classes are group classes created by the myYogaTeacher community. You, other students, and MYT teachers can create these classes.How Does it Work?You click the "Suggest Class...

Hatha yoga is any style of yoga that focuses on attaining balance through pranayama (breath) and asana (body). It's an umbrella term that contains yoga styles like Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Yin, Iyengar, pow...

What Is Yoga?Yoga is an approach to physical and mental health and wellbeing that has been around for thousands of years. According to Sadhguru, the word "yoga" means "that which brings you to reali...

Yoga with Friends is a healthy way for you to stay connected with friends, by doing a private group yoga class online.Each Session Feeds Food Insecure ChildrenFor each paid Yoga with Friends s...

Nothing against men or anything, but women go through way more changes throughout their lives than men do. Physiologically, mentally, and emotionally.That’s what happens when you’re the source of ...

If you're injured, have limited mobility, want an easy and soothing practice, or are just a bit older and need to be careful with your movements, gentle yoga might be a great option for you. Gentle yo...

You know you’re at least a tiny bit jelly of that one person who has the most amazing hair and perfect skin. Or maybe you are that person already! (Good for you!)For many people, growing a thick, ...

Yoga is a belief system that promotes mindfulness through a mix of movement and meditation. As yoga's popularity has grown around the world, there's been a shift in focus on yoga as simply asanas (pos...

Not that anyone wants a history lesson, but the ancient Chinese yin and yang symbol is more than just a cool wallpaper for your computer.Or poster on your wall (if you were born in the 80’s).T...

The soft-launch and test for Yoga with Friends is over. The pricing is going live soon.Everyone has loved their Yoga with Friends sessions, so now we've made it sustainable. Here's what's happenin...

Sometimes yoga words can be complicated. Especially if you’re a new yogi.Complicated words and descriptions mean people get overwhelmed and uncomfortable when they think about doing yoga. And that...

In this class from Pranjal Joshi, we invite you to explore Iyengar Yoga. B.K.S. Iyengar believed that achieving balance in the body will be reflected as balance in the mind. While Iyengar Yoga isn't a...

Most Westerners probably aren’t aware of the various different types of yoga and meditation practices.The language can be weird to us and hard to pronounce. The concepts are unfamiliar to those wh...

You've likely heard the phrase "breath is life" before. And it's true. That's why we practice pranayama or breathwork. Today, our focus is on Kriya pranayama which is part of the ancient Kriya yoga sy...

In a world where parents are all hustle and bustle and go, go, go, it’s no wonder our children are stressed out, anxious, and have zero self awareness.They don’t have time to be self aware!Anx...

Is there a contract?No, the Standard Membership is month-to-month and there is no contract. You can cancel any time. For your convenience, your membership will auto-renew at the end of the...

Never practiced yoga online before? Don't worry, you'll learn everything you need to know here.But first, if you've never practiced yoga before period (as in never practiced online OR offline)...

A lot of people want to try yoga but feel intimidated. We have the idea that it's going to be a bunch of fit and flexible people watching me fumble around on the mat. . . . Not exactly something...

Yoga mat (for cushion, support, and better traction)Bottle of water (to stay hydrated and eliminate toxins)Small towel (to wipe away sweat and help you keep traction on the mat)Good to have bu...

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A lot of people want to take a Yoga Teacher Training Course (TTC) but they're not sure if they're ready for it. The most common questions people ask are:"I've only been practicing a few months, is...

Most people don't know this, but finding the right yoga teacher for you is the most important part of building a regular yoga practice.And having a regular yoga practice is the only way to s...

2020 was a crazy year for all of us. We had a lot of ups and downs.Here, I'm going to share with you what 2020 looked like for the MYT Community at large:If you consider yourself a b...

Hindsight is always 20/20, right?We think so too. But we would’ve really liked to learn a few things from others before making our own mistakes – or assumptions.That’s one of the reasons we of...

In case you're wondering about the benefits of Membership with myYogaTeacher — I'll sum them up for you here:You get Unlimited Large Group Classes (LIVE) — so you can take as many classes as you...

Book Yoga with Friends — freeYoga with Friends just launched. We haven’t even had a chance to promote it. But it’s quickly becoming one of our most popular offerings!It’s ess...

Yoga has skyrocketed in popularity in the United States and around the world. Go into any mid-sized city in the U.S. and you're likely to find at least a handful of studios offering classes for a rang...

Times they are a-changing.The days of sweating it out in a yoga studio or gym with a group of people you may not even know have passed us by. (Deuces, overpriced gym membership)Power yoga te...

It was the year 2006 when I passed the 12th grade and chose to study law (a regular professional course), as expected from a girl who is from a middle class family in India. An added advantage was tha...

I discovered yoga 15 years ago while in high school , yoga was a part of curricular activity during my school days . I was unaware what yoga really is? I thought it's just for flexibility and moldin...

Having seen a loved one go through a terminal illness in my family, I, very early in my life, realized the importance of maintaining good health for living a happy and fuller life. I suffered fro...

We're celebrating International Yoga Day this weekend! So you'll see a bunch of special classes (for this weekend only)!You see, the purpose of International Yoga Day is to raise awareness of th...

"If you want to reach your goals, the WHY is always more important than the HOW."This letter to you isn't short but you'll want to read it. Because it could be the start of a life-changing process for...

By AnushaBeing professionally a Doctor my yoga journey started a little over a decade ago, just with Asanas or physical postures. That was irregular too. Since balancing profession and passion was...

There was an immense surge of energy and a sense of lightness in being me. I was dripping like it was hot summer. I was so aware of my body, my mind, and my breath. I wanted more of it. There was th...

After suffering from TB and pneumonia for almost a year, I remember feeling desperate to get out of this miserable condition. Till this date I’d never practiced yoga, only heard it could cure and br...

Prior to writing “Ramayana”, Valmiki was known as Ratnakara – a highway robber. It is said that he obtained knowledge by repeating the name of Sri Rama in the reverse. The story narrates the glory o...

Starting out on your yoga journey might leave you feeling lost. Beyond where to find your yoga instruction (a studio? online?), you have to navigate what type of yoga is right for you. Here, we’ll...

By Priya My first exposure to yoga was when I was in grade, during a summer camp.I was awestruck, watching the instructor demonstate different postures. I thought jalaneti (water-based nasal c...

Before we dive into the article, I’d like to introduce myself. I’m Charlotte, and I’ll be writing some blog posts for MyYogaTeacher.com. I’m beyond excited to share my words with you, starting wit...

My yoga journey started a little over a decade ago, just with asanas or physical postures. And now, it's become a way of living for me and my family!Asanas are just one aspect that most of...

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Since I was a kid, I wanted to avoid the problems I saw in others. I remember hearing people say that medications and pills had side effects or after they went through surgeries or operations that the...

You might be just getting to know us. And we're happy you are here. We're dedicated to improving the lives of every student on our platform. We know this sounds big and maybe just a little over th...

I was introduced to yoga at my dance classes as my teacher used to incorporate yoga in our warm up routines. I wanted to increase my flexibility and strength to be a better dancer, so I decided to enr...

Early Days I grew up watching my father's Yogic practice. He would get up at 4:30 am and practice until 6:30 am. This initial observation became part of my learning Yoga with him, which I started ...

I have done many things in my life. I come from sports (cricket), acting, modelling, and have been an entrepreneur. I am now a practitioner and teacher of Traditional Classical Hatha Yoga, Viny...

Having started 3 companies, I believe, there are two kinds of startup ideas.First, there are ideas that make intellectual sense – I mean ideas where you can think of a need, talk to customer...

We were just so excited to see Nikki's review of myYogaTeacher that we asked if we could also share it here. We are LOVING her excitement and enthusiasm for finding HER TEACHER! ⁠[CTA-REVIEWS]Gues...