Yoga: Understanding the Science and the Research

Yoga, Spirituality & Ancient Wisdom

Yoga: Understanding the Science and the Research

Discover the Psychophysiology of Yoga Practices

Yoga is an ancient behavioral practice that allows for the development and enhancement of mind-body skills and behavioral factors including physical functioning, awareness, mindfulness, and self-regulation of internal physiological and psychological states and life meaning and purpose.

In easy-to-understand language, this presentation will review some of the basic science underlying the psychophysiology of yoga practices and describe some of the cutting-edge biomedical research studies with relevance to yoga, including research on psychology, physiology, molecular biology, and brain imaging. A model summarizing all of the physical, mental, and spiritual mechanisms of action will provide a modern scientific overview of how yoga works.

Examples of research illustrating these features and benefits of yoga practice will also be presented, including significant clinical trial research on the benefits of yoga as an intervention in specific populations.

Please join us for this dynamic and informative online program.

Schedule

ONLINE PROGRAM SCHEDULE
6:00–7:30 pm EST	Program Session

FAQs

Most are live on Zoom with opportunities to interact with teachers. Many also include recordings you can watch later for a set time (often 30 days), but not all — always check the program page.

You will have access to the video recording(s) for 30 days after the program ends. All recordings will be available within 72 hours of the end of each session.

A stable internet connection, Zoom access, and space to practice. For yoga/embodied programs, having a mat, props, or a chair is helpful, but not required.

Kripalu’s online programs team provides basic tech support by email before and during programs, though it’s best to test Zoom ahead of time. For additional support, please email onlinesupport@kripalu.org or you may leave a voicemail at 413.448.3495