On sniffle patrol? Ease the discomfort of your kids' colds with these natural remedies.

Tofu is not only one of the ultimate "health foods" but also a deliciously versatile ingredient in dishes sweet and savory.

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Want calm kids? Make yoga more fun.

Work the small muscles of your inner thighs—often overlooked in yoga—to find ease in all sorts of poses.

From GI distress to allergies, adding probiotics to your diet may help ease your health problems.

Help even your stiffest students get the most from sidebends.

Trouble focusing? There's an asana for that. Parivrtta Trikonasana demands full mental focus for physical stability.

All yogi parents would love to see their children reap the benefits of yoga. Just don't force it.

Ayurvedic principles teach us to favor foods like greens that won't overheat the body or kitchen in the summer.

Extend your yoga practice to the table by applying Ayurvedic principles to keep your body nourished and your mind clear.

Calming techniques taught in fertility yoga classes support women on the path to pregnancy.

It takes softening and setting boundaries for your heart to truly open.

Got stuffy sinuses? Breathe easy with this therapeutic Iyengar Yoga sequence.

Learn how to keep Trikonasana from being a pain in the neck.

Simple dishes made with quality ingredients is why top chefs celebrate the nuances and elegance of vegetarian cuisine.

Avoid injuries on the mat with this practical guide to caring for your knees, hamstrings, and sacrum.

The secret to better arm balances is about relaxing the body, enabling your joints to support you in a lift instead of falling on your face.

Build up to Kapotasana by creating a flow of circular energy in your spine.

Once you find your center, you can move in new directions.

The Karma Krew inspires community involvement.

Is there a better pose for me to meditate in if I can't comfortably stay in Lotus?

Local troops teach Girl Scouts yoga and meditation—and earn a cool patch to boot.

This side-reclining pose stretches the backs of the legs, the sides of the torso, and tones the belly.

When you practice Standing Splits focus on the stretch in your quad and hamstring, not how high you can lift your leg.

This arm balance, Bhujapidasana, relies more on precise positioning than on strength, making it more accessible for students beginning an arm balancing practice.

This pose gently brings a greater awareness to the hip joints.

According to Hindu lore, the Peacock symbolizes immortality, love, and patience. Peacock Pose, called Mayurasana in Sanskrit, works to lovingly strengthen the core while stretching the palm side of the wrists.

"Four-Limbed Staff Pose" says it all. This pose becomes much easier when the rest of your body pitches in. Learn how to get the most out of this challenging pose.

Eka Pada Rajakapotasana II allows you to stretch the entire front body and deep into the hip flexors to strengthen your back and improve posture.

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Struggling teens find girl power through art and yoga.

This variation of High Lunge, sometimes called Crescent Pose, is a great preparation for the full version of Virabhadrasana I (Warrior I Pose).

While neck rolls and stretches can be great for calming stressed students, they're not safe for everyone. Here, discover the two things you should be wary about, and how to teach yoga exercises for the neck safely to your students.

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A karma yogi flexes her substantial political muscle in favor of family time.

Playing with dance, acrobatics, and more, innovative yogis build trust and create connections.

Find length in front body before forward folding in Ardha Uttanasana.

Urdhva Hastasana translates to "Raised Hands Pose," but it is also sometimes called Talasana, the Palm Tree Pose.

Counteract the effects of Modern-Day Sitting Syndrome by lengthening your hip flexors in High Lunge.

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Practice these prep poses diligently and you'll begin to feel the exhilarating sensation of this backbend taking flight.

The Detour Yoga Bar hits store shelves today. The new energy bar, in two flavors called Blueberry Acai and Peach Mango, "includes lemon balm to help alleviate stress and promote a sense of calm while supporting strong, flexible muscle development...

The strong work of connecting to the earth and of spiraling and counterspiraling is laying down a root for your Kraunchasana.

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Shiva Rea answers how yoga can ease back problems.

Practicing pranayama is essential if you hope to experience samadhi, yoga's true purpose.

Typically practiced before or after Shoulderstand, Plow Pose doesn't get much credit. Let's look at all of its benefits.

Start your spring strong with a juice cleanse to detox your digestive system. Here's why.

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Everything that happens in your mind is reflected in your body, says T.K.V. Desikachar. So, meditate on the good!

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Find out what happened when three everyday people turned to yoga to change their lives.

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Arm strength isn't everything. The secret to mastering Peacock Pose lies deep in your belly center.

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Kelly Neylan, a yoga teacher based in Columbia, M.D., has created an affordable line of yoga-themed T-shirts and tanks. "I was seeing $60 yoga T-shirts and just thought about how so many people who teach and do yoga can't...

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A climbing yogi has found a unique way to improve his balance, focus, and core strength: doing yoga poses on a slackline.

When you forgive a long-held grievance, you open the door to true freedom.

By letting go of control, you allow yourself to enter new realms of freedom.

Maintain the qualities that make you unique without distracting your students—and yourself—with your ego.

Tune in to the infinite and tune up your body with this energizing Kundalini sequence for optimum health.

You can change the world, or at least your experience of it, by discovering how mindful speaking can change our realities.

Why more women (and hospitals) are opting for water births.

Living ethically, according to Patanjali's Yoga Sutra, is the first step on the true path of yoga.

Before stepping on the court, practice these poses to keep your body and mind from fouling out.

In a world of information overload, the yoga practice of pratyahara offers us a haven of silence.

Scoliosis can cause back pain and many other health problems, including shallow breathing, sciatica, headaches, and even insomnia. Yoga not only brings relief but can also help you accept and embrace the body you're in.

After nearly giving up in defeat, this first-time snowboarder is inspired by yoga.

The ancient healing practice of Ayurveda is thriving in India, as locals and tourists head to the resorts of Kerala. Find out which one is right for you.

Turning your light inward and embarking on the path of self-inquiry is a simple but powerful method of meditation.

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