Backbends in yoga are the perfect antidote to a hunched over, contracted spine. Yoga instructors explain how to do them properly and how they benefit you. We live in a world filled with ...

Camel pose shouldn't feel like crossing a desert of agony. Mala Yoga co-founder Christina Hatgis shares three tips to stay safer—and go deeper. Christina Hatgis backbending at Mala Yoga in Cobble Hill ...

Backbends look complicated, but they are beneficial, as they can strengthen your back and improve flexibility. But before moving on to bow pose, locust pose, king pigeon pose and wheel pose, start ...

Medically reviewed by Raynetta Samuels, PT, DPT, CLT Key Takeaways Restorative yoga aims to promote relaxation by supporting ...

Backbends are exhilarating, open the front body and respiratory system and can leave you feeling on top of the world. Done badly however, they can put stress on your lower back and leave your neck ...

McClatchy's Commerce Content team, which is independent from our newsroom, oversees this content. If you’re new to doing yoga exercises and starting a weight loss journey, you might wonder, “Is yoga ...