
As we ring in another new year, many of us are setting goals and intentions that will help us improve our physical and mental health over the coming months, and hopefully beyond. And a perennially popular choice for resolutioners, since it conveniently covers both, is yoga. The ancient Indian practice aimed at controlling body and mind has been a staple exercise for Westerners for decades, and there are many forms available for a range of preferences and skill levels. Popular variations include Vinyasa, Bikram, and more recently, Hot Yoga, but other lesser-known but equally effective types are starting to gain traction too.