Yoga Journal

Does Yoga Help With Weight Loss? 

A Yoga Teacher’s Honest Answer

By Harneet Jayakar, Certified Yoga Teacher & Co-founder of Kosha Yoga Co.

When people ask me, “Does yoga help with weight loss?” I always smile because it’s one of the most common questions I’ve been asked as a yoga teacher, and one that deserves a much deeper, more honest answer than a quick yes or no.

A yoga teacher’s honest guide to choosing the right mat.

When most people start yoga, they buy the first mat they can find; usually a foam mat. It’s light, cheap, and easy to carry. I did exactly the same when I began practicing years ago. But very quickly, I realized something important:

The quality of your yoga mat directly affects the quality of your practice.

Kosha Yoga Co. vs Wiselife: Which One Is Right For You

We often get asked by our community about the difference the between Kosha Yoga & brands like Wiselife, so we thought we’d break it down into an easy read for discerning practitioners to make an informed choice.

The festive season fills our lives with light, laughter, and endless to-do lists. Amidst the joy, your body and mind deserve a pause. Here’s how to reset and recharge with four simple, mindful practices — so you can move through the celebrations feeling grounded, rested, and renewed.

Do you suffer from a stuffy or runny nose, constant sneezing or sinus headaches?

Tired of trying different medicines with no permanent fix?

As surprising as it may sound, the solution to these problems could be in yoga.

Read on to know more.

In the heartland of yoga, where ancient wisdom intertwines with contemporary trends, being a yoga teacher in India today is both a profound journey and a daunting challenge. 

The Struggles of Being a Yoga Teacher in India are real. Read on for a few tips on how to navigate these choppy waters.

Ah, monsoon! The smell of wet mud, grey skies and misty air. The kind of weather that makes you want to stay in bed all day.

As beautiful as the monsoons make everything, they play havoc on our fitness routines. Morning runs are replaced by snoozed alarms, yoga classes are skipped for simmering cups of chai, and gym sessions are traded for binge sessions in bed.

But have you ever wondered why you turn into a sloth the moment the rains set in?

Don’t blame yourself for being lazy, there’s science at play!

4 Reasons all men should add Yoga to their fitness routines. Think Yoga is only for women, its too easy to practice or just another fad? Read on to find out why all men must practice Yoga.