Yoga, Sanskrit for union, is a spiritual practice that stretches our bodies and minds harmoniously.

In celebration of National Yoga Month , Miraval is happy to share just a few benefits that yoga is known to have on the body when practiced routinely – or make for good reason to start!

Seven Reasons to Practice Yoga:

1. Improve muscle tone, flexibility, strength, and stamina
2. Aid in alleviating cravings
3. Stimulate the immune system
4. Improve circulation
5. Improve concentration and creativity
6. Boost self-esteem
7. Create a sense of wellbeing and calm

To help you reap these benefits at a time whenwe need them the most, we’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite live yoga classes – including some led by Miraval instructors – that you can access from the comfort of your living room.

So turn off your phone, light a few candles and give yourself permission to focus on your own wellbeing. Namaste.

Exhale

This app from Miraval’s sister wellbeing brand, Exhale, allows yogis to access a full menu of yoga classes as well as barre, cardio and meditation sessions from any place at any time.

Y7

With the tagline “We Flow Hard,” Y7 has established a cult following at its studios in NYC, LA and Chicago for its challenging yoga classes set to hip-hop music. With its studios temporarily, Y7 is hosting daily classes via Instagram Live. Visit @Y7Studio to discover class dates and times.

Obé

The app offers 100 live classes per week, including yoga classes for all levels and abilities. There are also kids’ yoga classes available, as well as prenatal yoga classes for moms-to-be. If you miss live classes, a full menu of on-demand classes can be accessed at any time.

Wild Hearts Yoga

If you want to catch Miraval Austin’s Maria Dodsen in action, she’s teaching live online classes with Wild Heart Yoga Austin. The schedule is available on the studio’s website and includes Vinyasa, Slow Flow, Prenatal and other types of classes for all levels.