Hatha yoga is commonly defined as a style of asana class, but this limited understanding fails to capture hatha’s comprehensive and transformational nature. A timeless practice with ancient roots, this system of using the body and breath to work with the life force and access the deeper powers of the mind has thrived for millennia across kingdoms and continents. In this video, Sandra Anderson traces the history of hatha yoga to its origins with the Natha yogis, and explains how this enduring practice can help us today.

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