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One woman's story of finding her happiness through owning less and living more will inspire you to kick your material habits to curb.

Sometimes we crave change. Other times we dread it. Either way, we can't escape it. Here are some effective methods for dealing with change.

You can break free. A yoga teacher and psychologist shares her blueprint for transforming negative habits.

Yoga teaches us that happiness is always available to us, no matter what our circumstances. To tap into it look within.

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Ashtanga yoga teacher, Richard Freeman inspires many to take up Ashtanga Yoga through his instructional videos and philosophical books.

Frawley was one of the first to bring Ayurvedic medicine and Vedic astrology to the West.

Proprietors of the highly successful Yoga Works studios in Los Angeles.

Birch's method is the yoga of choice for many athletic Americans.

His Kundalini Yoga has developed into a thriving community.

An Italian-born teacher combines the warmth, earthiness, and high spirits of her homeland with the precision and love of detail that led her through a master's degree in physics.

Even a longtime student like Jivamukti Yoga Center cofounder David Life gets nervous when his teacher comes to town.

If yoga is such a gentle practice, why are so many people getting hurt? Learn how to honor yourself and your limitations to prevent yoga injuries.

Advertisers are using yoga to sell everything from stocks to cars. Are you buying?

The question on everyone's mind: Does yoga conflict with my religion?

Try these simple tips from life coaches to get your priorities in order.

A new breed of life coaches uses yoga to help others make changes.

Millions of pilgrims flock to Hinduism's largest festival, Kumbha Mela, to bathe in the Ganges' purifying waters.

Of the 1.5 million Americans with Parkinson's disease, up to 225,000 are under the age of 50. Whatever your age, if you're in the early stages of the disease, yoga may slow its progression and help you lead a full life.

Heal your carpal tunnel syndrome for good with this innovative yogic approach.

These women-only retreats cater exclusively to women's unique physical and emotional needs with yoga.

The next time you find your nerves frazzled, take a break for this quick rejuvenation flow sequence from Larry Payne.

The next time you travel, take your yoga to go with you using these portable practice tips.

Physical therapists say the hypermobile person has a much harder job, physically and psychologically—here's why.

Packed with the right supplies, your health maintenance kit can offer all you need to stay protected and healthy on the road.

Find Maine to Washington, our guide covers yoga retreats for every budget and all styles.

Give your feet just a little attention, and your whole body will feel better.

Can kriya yoga help battle depression?

Yoga, meditation, and other spiritual practices can't turn back the clock, but they can help us embrace who we are. As you puzzle through the questions and adjustments that arise with age, let these suggestions fortify your journey.

Instead of a hot toddy, try yoga after a day of skiing moguls and adrenaline-producing black diamond runs.

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The next time you find yourself going through the motions in your yoga practice, why not imagine that your mat ends at the edge of the Grand Canyon?

Restorative yoga and pranayama reduce insomnia causing stress.

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

Which type of scoliosis are you living with? These yoga poses will relieve and possibly reverse the symptoms.

Mix up your dryland training. Improve balance, alignment and breathing with yoga for swimmers.

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.

If your jabs and roundhouse kicks are missing the mark, yoga can bring flexibility and power to your kickboxing moves.

Being empathic requires inner strength. To develop yours, try these techniques recommended by Fairfax, California, yoga teacher and author Nischala Joy Devi.

Will a pinch really perk you up? A recent study finds certain acupressure points can improve alertness.

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Want to kick back on your next vacation? These yoga tips can help.

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

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After being baptized by two whales, an animal lover has a dharma insight.

Five writers offer glimpses of how yoga is practiced around the world.

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Practice yoga together and create a deeper bond with your kids.

Got a pounding headache? This sequence of supported poses can send it packing.

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So you think you want to be a yoga teacher? Teaching yoga takes hard work and dedication so make sure to love what you do before committing.

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An author overcomes writers block on an adventure retreat through yoga and hiking.

David Lurey, a passionate environmentalist and dedicated yogi, renovates an old bungalow into a perfect green dream yoga studio.

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A yoga-and-backpacking trek in California's High Sierra yields inspiration for asana practice—and a rejuvenating experience to find your back country bliss.

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.

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These healing herbs can be incorporated year-round but are especially good for springtime.

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You've tried everything to cope with stress overload, and you still feel drained. But have you tried just doing nothing? In medical parlance, it's called constructive rest.

Learn the effects that long term stress has on the body.

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