Christ-centered yoga Blog Archives

What is Christ-centered yoga, or “Christian” yoga?

Yoga is a spiritual practice, a discipline, and a way of life. Christ-centered yoga is a state of being yoked, connected, and united to God through Jesus. The path of yoga is an ancient system of gathering ourselves fully: body, mind, spirit, and soul in order to be fully attentive and present with God!

Here we learn about the path of yoga from a Christian perspective. Additionally, we consider how the practice can help Christians experience peace and awaken to the presence of God.

Many Christians wonder if practicing yoga is spiritually safe. The following blogs will dive into the controversy, myths, and truth about yoga. As a yoga teacher with 25 years of experience and a Christ-follower, I believe that yoga can greatly benefit the Christian lifestyle.

Our Christ-centered yoga blogs explore the following topics: postures of prayer, whether or not Christians should practice yoga, the benefits of yoga for Christians, practicing yoga during the Lent season, “Christian” yoga for kids, and more.

If you have more questions about whether or not it is spiritually safe for Christians to practice yoga and how yoga can help Christians be transformed to look more like Jesus, check out my free training tools, such as my Jesus and Yoga guide. All my free yoga resources are here.

Additionally, you can check out my seasonal courses to go deeper into the subject of “Christian” yoga. My on-demand and seasonal courses are here.

Interested in yoga teacher training from a Christian perspective? Check out my speaking, mentoring, and yoga teacher training offerings here.

How to Build Resilience Against Stress and Hardship (And What Hurricane Helene Taught Me)

How to Build Resilience Against Stress and Hardship (And What Hurricane Helene Taught Me) How do we build resilience in the face of life’s challenges? As a resident of Western North Carolina living in the wake of Hurricane Helene, resilience is a buzzword that has taken on a whole new meaning. I sit here a few weeks after the [...]

By Kelly McLellan|2024-10-15T22:27:41+00:00October 16th, 2024|Christ-centered yoga, Christian Living, Spiritual growth|

Is Yoga Religious? How to Align Your Yoga Practice and Christian Faith

Is Yoga Religious? How to Align Your Yoga Practice and Christian Faith Is yoga religious? Should Christians practice yoga, or does it go against our faith? Yoga is an ancient practice that has gained popularity across the globe due to its many physical, mental, and emotional benefits. Despite growing popularity and research which proves its many benefits, some Christians [...]

By Kelly McLellan|2024-10-01T16:36:45+00:00September 24th, 2024|Christ-centered yoga, Christian Living, Spiritual growth|

What are the Physical Benefits of Yoga for Christians?

What are the Physical Benefits of Yoga for Christians? In our modern, fast-paced society, the physical benefits of yoga are more important than ever. Chronic diseases, such as hypertension and heart disease are on the rise due to heightened chronic stress, anxiety, lack of physical activity, and inadequate sleep. Yoga can be a powerful tool in counteracting the negative [...]

By Kelly McLellan|2024-10-01T16:34:41+00:00September 17th, 2024|Christ-centered yoga, Christian Living, Spiritual growth|

What are the Mental Health Benefits of Yoga for Christians?

What are the Mental Health Benefits of Yoga for Christians? Do you feel like you’re living in a constant state of stress and wish you could find a Christ-centered spiritual practice that helped? Me too, and I firmly believe that yoga can be a powerful tool for followers of Christ. Did you know that yoga can calm your nervous [...]

By Kelly McLellan|2024-10-01T16:35:41+00:00September 10th, 2024|Christ-centered yoga, Christian Living, Spiritual growth|

3 Yoga Stretches for Flexibility For Your Body AND Soul

3 Yoga Stretches for Flexibility For Your Body AND Soul When you think about yoga, is flexibility the first thing you think about? You’re not alone! Many people think that yoga is all about stretches for flexibility, but yoga is so much more than just a series of physical exercises. Yoga is a spiritual practice and a way of [...]

By Kelly McLellan|2024-08-27T19:46:13+00:00September 3rd, 2024|Christ-centered yoga|

Quieting the Mind With the Yoga Practices of Abhyasa and Vairagya

Quieting the Mind With the Yoga Practices of Abhyasa and Vairagya Do you struggle with quieting the mind? Recently, I had the opportunity to speak at a Christians Practicing Yoga retreat, where I explored the concept of quieting the mind and cultivating stillness—themes deeply rooted in both Christian spirituality and yogic tradition. In my lecture, I taught on the [...]

By Kelly McLellan|2024-08-12T19:54:05+00:00August 12th, 2024|Christ-centered yoga, Spiritual growth, Yoga Philosophy|

What is Sabbath? How Practicing the Sabbath Can Help Christians Cultivate a Healthy Spiritual Life

What is Sabbath? How Practicing the Sabbath Can Help Christians Cultivate a Healthy Spiritual Life The concept of “Sabbath” is deeply rooted in Judeo-Christian lineage. It stems from the creation Biblical narrative where God rested on the seventh day after six days of Creation. This day of rest, known as the Sabbath, has profound spiritual and practical significance for [...]

By Kelly McLellan|2024-07-25T23:04:51+00:00July 15th, 2024|Christ-centered yoga|

Teaching Yoga to Kids: Yoga Poses for Kids That Help Them Grow in Christ

Teaching Yoga to Kids: Yoga Poses for Kids That Help Them Grow in Christ Now more than ever, kids need to learn the art of “getting still” and teaching yoga to kids can help! In today's fast-paced, digital world, kids are struggling with focus and experiencing higher incidences of childhood stress and anxiety. Over-packed schedules, increased screen time, lack [...]

By Kelly McLellan|2024-06-15T19:22:13+00:00June 17th, 2024|Christ-centered yoga, Kids Yoga|

Exploring Christian Prayer Positions: From Scripture to Yoga

Exploring Christian Prayer Positions: From Scripture to Yoga Prayer is a spiritual discipline found in most all the world’s faith traditions, and it is an essential practice in the Christian tradition. Throughout the Bible, the people of God are known to utilize various Christian prayer positions in order to enrich their prayer life. The postures of yoga were not [...]

By Kelly McLellan|2024-04-28T20:10:14+00:00May 13th, 2024|Christ-centered yoga, Meditation & Prayer, Spiritual growth|

The 7 Chakras in the Human Body and Their Significance for Christians

The 7 Chakras in the Human Body and Their Significance for Christians In recent years, the concept of chakras has gained popularity as more people seek a holistic approach to health. Finding their roots in the East, chakras are energy centers within the body that correspond to different aspects of our being physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. While this [...]

By Kelly McLellan|2024-06-14T18:05:15+00:00April 8th, 2024|Christ-centered yoga|

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