Latest yoga and wellness news
Something significant is shifting in the world of yoga retreats. According to Om Magazine’s 2026 annual retreat and wellness travel report — one of the most comprehensive surveys of the sector conducted each year — the dominant trends shaping yoga tourism in 2026 represent a meaningful departure from the Bali-and-beyond model that defined the industry … Read more
A major new study protocol from the National Institutes of Health has been published in the Journal of Medical Internet Research (JMIR), detailing a large-scale trial testing whether Iyengar yoga combined with a structured behavioral weight loss program produces superior outcomes to behavioral weight loss alone. The NIH PATH Trial — Practice of Yoga for … Read more
A landmark clinical trial has found that a structured yoga program significantly increases pregnancy rates in women undergoing IVF, with participants in the yoga group achieving a 63% pregnancy rate compared to just 43% in the control group — a 20-percentage-point difference that researchers describe as clinically significant. The trial, known as the PATH study … Read more
The global yoga industry has experienced explosive growth, reaching a staggering $215 billion valuation in 2026—nearly doubling from previous years. This boom extends far beyond traditional studio classes, encompassing teacher trainings, retreats, digital platforms, corporate wellness programs, and specialized yoga styles for specific populations. Behind this remarkable growth lies a fundamental shift in how yoga … Read more
Move over crystal healing and cold plunges—2026’s breakout wellness trend is sound, and it is not just popular; it is backed by growing scientific evidence and centuries of traditional practice. Sound baths have exploded into the mainstream, with studios opening worldwide to meet surging demand from people seeking deep relaxation, stress relief, and transformative experiences … Read more