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Articles on the benefits of yoga, practice, traditions around the world and the IYC community.
Benefits of yoga
The benefits of yoga: what research suggests
Stress, sleep, strength, balance and back pain: an honest look at what studies say yoga may help with, and where the evidence is still growing.
October 20, 2026
Yoga around the world
International Day of Yoga: the world practises together on 21 June
Since 2015, people in almost every country have marked 21 June with yoga. Here is how the day began, and how to take part.
October 18, 2026
Yoga around the world
Yoga, a heritage of humanity
In 2016 UNESCO added yoga to the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. What that means, and why yoga belongs to everyone who practises it.
October 15, 2026
Practice
Starting yoga at any age: a gentle guide
You don’t need to be flexible, young or sporty to start yoga. Simple steps for your first weeks of practice.
October 12, 2026
