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6 Secrets to a Happier Life

The following story is excerpted from TIME's special edition, The Science of Happiness, which is available at Amazon. Whether you’re a web designer, teacher, fire-fighter or Army officer, you are encouraged to keep checking things...

August 7, 2017

This Week in Health: Summer Colds, Health Care and Yoga for Pain

It's officially summer, but the warm weather doesn't necessarily mean you're in for three months of good health. This week's health news revealed why getting a summer bug can feel even more awful than a...

By Alexandra Sifferlin June 22, 2017

Yoga Works as Well as Physical Therapy for Back Pain

Another study is touting the benefits of yoga—this time, for people with back problems. The new research put yoga head-to-head against physical therapy and found the two were equally good at restoring function and reducing...

By Amanda MacMillan June 20, 2017

5 Yoga Poses for Better Sleep

If your goal is sounder sleep, it’s a good idea to try tiring yourself out during the day. Any exercise can do this, of course. But yoga may be the best type for the job....

By Mandy Oaklander and Heather Jones April 28, 2017

7 Ways to Lower Your Blood Pressure Naturally

You can even do some of them at your desk

By Alexandra Sifferlin January 20, 2017

Yoga May Be Good for Stubborn Back Pain

But it might not be better than other kinds of exercise

By Amanda MacMillan January 11, 2017

Yoga Is Officially Sweeping the Workplace

1 in 7 workers say they practice mindfulness

By Amanda MacMillan January 5, 2017

This Internet Yoga Guru Has Fans Flocking to Her From Around the World

One of the most popular practitioners of yoga on Instagram has grown an enormous following, with fans around the world flocking to her sold-out classes

By Mandy Oaklander November 3, 2016

This Harry Potter Yoga Class Is the Most Magical Way to Exercise

Wingardium Yogiosa

By Megan McCluskey November 1, 2016

Yoga Lowers Stress—And Waist Size: Study

A small study shows regular yoga can improve stress and mood

By Alexandra Sifferlin August 10, 2016

8 Ways To Get the Most From Your Yoga Workout

Perfect the Savasana

By Kathleen Mulpeter / Health.com August 2, 2016

Americans Spend $30 Billion a Year on Complementary Medicine

People in the U.S. spend a substantial amount on complementary care

By Alexandra Sifferlin June 22, 2016

Namaste. Today Is Yoga Day

Yoga gatherings are taking place across the world

By Simon Lewis June 21, 2016

Here’s the Real Allure of Yoga

Most people turn to yoga for exercise, but stay for the spirituality

By Alexandra Sifferlin June 15, 2016

How Group Exercise Is Becoming Our New Religion

These are today's best ideas

By The Aspen Institute May 20, 2016

3 Ways Yoga Benefits Your Brain

Those sun salutations are good for more than a strong core

By Abigail Wise / Real Simple March 7, 2016

Here's What 20 Common Yoga Terms Mean

From Bridge Pose to Half Moon to Shavasana

By Kathleen Mulpeter / Health.com February 13, 2016

You Asked: Is Yoga Good Exercise?

By almost any measure, the answer is yes—but don't let it be all you do.

By Markham Heid January 20, 2016

How B.K.S. Iyengar Was Able to Take Yoga Global

The man famous for bringing yoga to the West was born 97 years ago

By Lily Rothman December 14, 2015

New Google Doodle Marks Yoga Guru B.K.S. Iyengar's Birthday

He is credited with introducing the Western world to the ancient Indian practice

By Rishi Iyengar December 13, 2015

College Yoga Class Canceled Over Link to 'Cultural Genocide'

No more downward-facing dog for University of Ottawa

By Alexandra Sifferlin November 23, 2015

Mindful People Have Less Belly Fat

A new study shows that people with mindful dispositions are less likely to be obese

By Alexandra Sifferlin October 20, 2015

Appeals Court Rules Against Copyright for Hot Yoga Poses

No one can claim a monopoly on yoga positions

By Claire Groden / Fortune October 15, 2015

This Could Cut Your Health Costs by $25,000 a Year, Study Finds

After eight weeks of a relaxation program, people used clinical services 43% less, according to a new study

By Mandy Oaklander October 13, 2015

10 Yoga Poses That Help With Bloating, Back Pain and More

For a more relaxed body and mind, get your asana on

By Ashley Lauretta / Health.com October 13, 2015

A Court Has Ruled That Bikram Choudhury Can't Copyright His Yoga Poses

Perhaps he'll have better luck with tight black speedos

By Joanna Plucinska October 9, 2015

Let's Stop Scheduling High School Like Fifth Grade

These are today's best ideas

By The Aspen Institute October 7, 2015

You Asked: What’s the Best Stress Relief Method?

Mindfulness practices combined with exercise and a dose of nature may be your best defense.

By Markham Heid October 7, 2015

How Yoga Can Help People With Arthritis

Yogis with arthritis had better physical health, less joint pain and less depression

By Mandy Oaklander September 17, 2015

Yoga Pants Can't Be Worn Alone At Cape Cod–Area High School

They must be paired with a dress, shorts, or skirt

By Tanya Basu September 2, 2015

Yoga Is Just As Safe As Other Exercise, Study Finds

A large new study chips away at the myth that yoga is dangerous

By Mandy Oaklander August 11, 2015

Yoga-Pants Maker Lululemon Launches a Beer

Curiosity Lager launches on August 15 in Vancouver

By Tanya Basu July 22, 2015

Watch What Happens When Cats and Dogs Interrupt Yoga Routines

Downward dog gets literal

By Melissa Locker July 20, 2015

Vladimir Putin, Master of the Manly Arts, Will Even Try Yoga to Woo India's Narendra Modi

“I have tried many things, but never yoga, but it cannot fail to attract”

By Joanna Plucinska July 9, 2015

Russian Officials Ban 'Occult' Yoga

They fear it could "spread new religious cults and movements"

By Joanna Plucinska July 1, 2015

You Asked: Do I Worry Too Much?

Frequent fretting is unproductive and not so hot for your health.

By Markham Heid June 24, 2015

India Plans First International Day of Yoga

The event, designed to break records, has generated controversy

By Nikhil Kumar/New Delhi and Rohit Inani June 20, 2015

Air India Takes Yoga to the Skies With Classes for Pilots and Cabin Crew

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is a huge fan of the ancient discipline

By Rohit Inani / New Delhi June 2, 2015

Yoga Helps Older Adults Battle Depression and Anxiety

For many older adults, the thought of stepping into a yoga class swarming with yogis more flexible than Gumby might provoke anxiety. But the practice itself may be just the antidote the over-60 set needs,...

Can Hanging Upside Down Relieve Back Pain?

Hot Yoga Is No Better for You Than Regular Yoga, Study Says

6 Surprising Things That May Improve Breast Cancer Treatment

Yoga Improves Sleep in People Being Treated For Cancer