10 Reasons You Should Finally Try Yoga

A recent study by Yoga Journal and Yoga Alliance estimated that 36 million people practiced yoga in 2016 alone, a major uptick from previous years. Spending on yoga also increased and, according to the study, many practicing yogis are even looking to become certified teachers.

So why does this multi-billion dollar industry continue to grow? The reason is clear—the benefits of yoga are simply undeniable.

From addressing physical limitations like flexibility, to improving mental health in terms of focus and stress relief, there’s little yoga can’t do.

About the Author

Stephanie Main 

Stephanie Main is a certified yoga teacher, CrossFit coach, writer and creator of Endure Yoga. She's based in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she works at CrossFit Marin and Yoga Flow SF. She is a 500-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher through Yoga Alliance, a CrossFit Level 2 Coach, a CrossFit Mobility Trainer, a Team ICG Indoor Cycling Instructor and has her CPR/AED Certification. You can find Stephanie on her Endure Yoga website or on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Stephanie Main is a certified yoga teacher, CrossFit coach, writer and creator of Endure Yoga. She's based in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she works at CrossFit Marin and Yoga Flow SF. She is a 500-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher through Yoga Alliance, a CrossFit Level 2 Coach, a CrossFit Mobility Trainer, a Team ICG Indoor Cycling Instructor and has her CPR/AED Certification. You can find Stephanie on her Endure Yoga website or on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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