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Yoga Nidra and the Heart
If you’re a human who experiences stress, yoga nidra could be a lifeline. And if you’re one of the billion people worldwide affected by hypertension, the practice, also known as "yogic sleep," might actually save your life. Swami Satyananda Saraswati, a yogi who...
Teacher Feature: Meet Isabelle!
Meet Isabelle, one of the teachers at Yoga District who focuses on fostering community and growth through an open mind and connecting on the mat. Learn about Isabelle's journey with yoga and how they help their students practice the best yoga for their needs. Check...
Yoga’s Superpower for Mind & Mood
A few minutes of deep breathing or gentle movement can shift your whole mood. The impact of yoga can go far beyond the mat, and there’s research to back it up. Whether you’re an athlete, someone dealing with depression or anxiety, or just trying to manage the daily...
Teacher Feature: Meet Michael!
Meet Michael, one of the teachers at Yoga District who focuses on fostering community and growth through an open mind and connecting on the mat. Learn about Michael's journey with yoga and how he helps his students practice the best yoga for their needs. Check out...
Treating Depression with Yoga
If you've ever been diagnosed with depression, you're not alone. Globally, the prevalence of depressive disorders has increased since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, affecting at least 3.4% of the world's population. While talk therapy and psychiatric medication...
A Quiet Path to Kidney Health
If you or someone you love is living with chronic kidney disease (CKD), yoga might be a powerful support tool on the journey to better health. A recent systematic review published in Cureus highlights how regular yoga and meditation practices can actually improve...
