Starting yoga is a fantastic way to boost strength, increase flexibility and better manage stress. But if you’ve never been to a yoga class before, it might seem a bit daunting and you probably have ...

Yoga blocks aren't just for beginners. Here, yogi pros explain all the yoga block uses that can upgrade your practice—no matter what level you're at. Whenever I’m in a yoga class, I feel really bad ...

It's never a bad time to start practicing — and reaping the benefits of! — yoga. This ancient practice offers options for all fitness levels and has become increasingly popular in the U.S., with about ...

Finding out about yoga for beginners doesn't need to be an overwhelming endeavour. It's one thing getting to know the different types of yoga, but what type is best for beginners, and how often should ...

If you’ve always wanted to give yoga a shot but didn’t know where to start, this beginner yoga flow has you covered. While you’re probably aware of the many benefits of yoga—regular practitioners can ...

Yoga is an activity that I recommend for everyone. It's a workout that benefits both our mental and physical health, promoting relaxation, relieving stress and anxiety, building muscle and improving ...

Listen to your body As well as starting slow with beginners' classes and not doing yoga more than two to three times a week to begin with, it's important to listen to your body. You might find that ...

The straps and foam blocks used in yoga classes are viewed by many as training wheels. But they can help even veterans get more out of their poses. Photo: Danny Ghitis for The Wall Street Journal Many ...

Starting yoga can feel exciting and a little intimidating at the same time. You see pictures of people bending like pretzels, balancing on their arms, or sitting peacefully in meditation, and you ...

Tight hamstrings are the bane of many of us, whether due to hard workouts or tons of sitting. That’s where a forward fold yoga routine that has hamstring exercises can come in clutch: A routine that ...

Boston is a daunting place to be a yoga newbie. With a studio on seemingly every block, it may seem like everyone—everyone except you, that is—already knows how to downward dog like a pro. Never fear, ...