{"id":14214,"date":"2019-06-07T13:24:37","date_gmt":"2019-06-07T17:24:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/initiatives\/wellness-retail-copy\/"},"modified":"2026-02-26T15:26:31","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T20:26:31","slug":"the-science-of-yoga-initiative","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/initiatives\/the-science-of-yoga-initiative\/","title":{"rendered":"The Science of Yoga Initiative"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Science of Yoga<\/strong>\u00a0Initiative<\/h1>\n

The Science of Yoga Initiative A Global, Evidence-Based Approach to Understanding Yoga\u2019s True Purpose Yoga is practiced by more than 300 million people worldwide, yet much of what the world understands about yoga reflects only part of its depth. As a $113.7 billion global wellness industry, yoga has grown rapidly\u2014especially in the West\u2014where fitness-oriented interpretations have often overshadowed its scientific foundations, holistic philosophy, and therapeutic potential. Originally founded as the Yoga Therapy Initiative under the Global Wellness Institute (GWI), the project has evolved into The Science of Yoga Initiative (TSYI) to address a clear need: credible, science-backed information about yoga must be accessible, accurate, and culturally grounded. TSYI brings together yoga researchers, practitioners, wellness leaders, medical professionals, and policy advocates to translate the science of yoga into meaningful knowledge that supports global well-being. By combining ancient wisdom with modern research, TSYI aims to restore a deeper understanding of yoga, highlight its evidence-based benefits, and strengthen its relevance in today\u2019s world\u2014where stress, fragmentation, and health challenges are on the rise. Our work helps position yoga as a holistic health practice, a tool for resilience, and a powerful pathway for physical, mental, and social well-being.<\/p>\n

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