The romantic notion that yoga has been passed down unchanged for 5,000 years is, well, a stretch.

Yes, ancient texts like the Rig Veda mention the word “yuj”, meaning to yoke or unite. But in context, it referred to hitching horses to chariots, not downward dogs.

The physical postures we associate with yoga today? They gained prominence in the 20th century, notably through Krishnamacharya in the 1930s, who blended traditional practices with modern movements.

So, while yoga’s philosophical roots are ancient, the practice we know today is a modern evolution — and that’s something to celebrate.

How often should you practice yoga to see real results? The answer might surprise you — and it’s backed by science. In this video/article, yoga teacher Stuart shares personal stories, practical advice, and studies from Harvard and the University of Illinois showing how even short sessions of yoga can improve brain function, emotional health, and physical strength.

Plus, a funny (but true) student story about how skipping yoga changed her mood… and how her partner noticed!

Whether you're a beginner or getting back on the mat, this is your reminder that consistency matters more than perfection. Start small. Start now.

The Body Is Always Looking for Safety
Why Yoga Is One of the Most Powerful Tools to Help It Find What It Needs

Let’s start with a truth that can change how you relate to yourself:

Your body isn’t trying to sabotage you. It’s trying to protect you.

The tension in your jaw? The shallow breath? The fatigue, anxiety, restlessness? These are often not signs that you’re broken, lazy, or unmotivated. They’re your body’s signals that it doesn’t feel safe.

And here’s the fascinating bit: Your body is scanning for safety all the time. Even when you're not aware of it.

Struggling with stress, anxiety, or overwhelm? This short video and article explore how meditation can be a powerful tool for mental health—even if you’re “bad at it.” Drawing on real-life experience and backed by science (including recent studies from The Lancet Psychiatry and Scientific Reports), Stuart shares how just 5 minutes of sitting with your breath can create space in the mind, reduce emotional chaos, and reconnect you to yourself.

Strength Training for better health and wellness.

Move better !

Does Yin Yoga target fascia? This is often the claim and it was how presented during my training, but is there any evidence of this?

Yoga has many lesser-known principles that can be applied to modern life. Here we discuss compassion, awareness & practice.

Choose relationships that “change you” is not the most the kind of advice you often hear, but I feel there a valid point in this statement.