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Yoga to be Asian Games’ newest addition; debut as demonstration sport in Japan in 2026!

In a historic move, the ancient practice of yoga has been embraced by the future Asian Games progra…

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10 interesting things to do in Rishikesh

Rishikesh offers a rich blend of spiritual, adventure, and cultural experiences. From attending the…

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To get swole, Michael B. Jordan recommends yoga and meditation

Michael B. Jordan, the star of "Black Panther" and the "Creed" movies, said it's a myth that yoga, …

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Some millennials are moving into neighborhoods with built-in golf and yoga that let them live like carefree retirees

Retirement communities often offer activities to keep their residents active, and some younger peop…

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I was a D1 athlete in college. Since then, I've replaced HIIT workouts with yoga and feel better than ever.

As a former cheerleader, the sport took a toll on my body. Since switching out HIIT workouts for yo…

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Myles Garrett says Pilates and yoga help him avoid injuries as a 272-pound defensive end for the Cleveland Browns

Cleveland Browns star Myles Garrett is chasing the NFL's single-season sacks record, and he's found…

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UFC star Dustin Poirier said he does yoga at least once a week to stay in shape — and it's 'really hard'

Pro MMA and UFC fighter Dustin Poirier said doing yoga regularly helps keep his muscles loose and s…

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A woman lost 75 pounds and kept them off. She made 2 simple changes, while enjoying her favorite foods.

Alaias Bertrand tried to lose weight with restrictive diets, but they left her feeling like a failu…

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Alabama upholds a ban on yoga in school citing fears of the practice spreading Hinduism

The Alabama Board of Education banned yoga - and the use of the word "namaste" - in schools in 1993.

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Nike and Adidas veterans are backing a $125M project seeking to revitalize the Portland sportswear industry

This proposed multimillion-dollar development campus in Portland, Oregon, could revitalize the city…

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Meet a boomer living off of $2,700 a month in retirement who plans on moving abroad for cheaper living and political stability

Dee, 71, dealt with a wage gap for years. Now she has minimal savings, and wants a cheaper cost of …

Juliana Kaplan   


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Indian government wants Yoga asanas to be a sport, and hopes it makes to Olympics

The Indian government is working to get Yoga asanas which is Yoga postures recognised as a sport. …

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A Team USA weightlifter on course for gold at the Olympics takes a relaxed approach to training. She balances rest, work, and longevity.

Olivia Reeves, 21, set three world records last year and is headed to Paris to compete in her first…

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John Cena says he 'fell into a weird depression' when he took up yoga to lose weight for his acting career, but now he feels more in tune with his body

John Cena took up yoga in his training routine to lose weight and transition from wrestling to stun…

Jackson Thompson   


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How QAnon infiltrated the yoga world

QAnon, the baseless far-right conspiracy theory, has gone from anonymous message boards into the ma…

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LA Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford used swimming and yoga to get fit after early-career weight gain, and it's helped him reach the Super Bowl

Matthew Stafford is set to play in his first Super Bowl at 34. He says incorporating other types of…

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My husband was a stay-at-home dad for a year. I learned about the double standards that exist for working dads and moms.

My husband was a stay-at-home dad for a year while I was the breadwinner. Here are the lessons we l…

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Breanna Stewart is a dominant force in the WNBA. Overcoming period pain and adjusting for her menstrual cycle is part of her strategy.

Seattle Storm star Breanna Stewart says she always gets her period at inopportune times and describ…

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