As yogis, it's easy to get so captivated by the practice that we forget to explore other forms of movement. We get it—yoga is amazing! But as mindful, evolving humans, it’s worth acknowledging that a well-rounded routine benefits from a variety of exercises. Different movements can greatly support you in exploring and evolving in your yoga practice. And of course, yoga can enhance other forms of movement in similar ways.
Over time, we've seen our students make incredible strides in their yoga practice by blending it with other activities. Strength training, Pilates, cardio workouts, and mobility exercises all contribute to creating a more balanced, resilient body. Yoga isn’t just about mastering poses or gaining flexibility—it’s about nurturing stability, balance, and mindfulness in every aspect of your life.
At Humane Yoga, our Sculpt classes are designed to strengthen your body in ways that support both your yoga practice and your daily movements. Sculpt helps target areas like the core, shoulders, and hips—key muscle groups for many yoga poses. But Sculpt is just one of the many ways to complement your practice.
Pilates, for example, hones core strength and posture, which are vital for maintaining stability in balancing poses. Cardio activities like swimming or running build endurance and can improve breath control for more intense yoga sequences. Mobility work keeps your joints flexible and ready for dynamic, yang-style yoga. And practices like Qi Gong promote mindfulness and fluidity, mirroring the philosophies of yoga.
In turn, yoga supports other exercises by increasing flexibility, improving balance, and aiding in recovery. Breathwork in yoga enhances focus during strength training or high-intensity workouts, and the emphasis on body awareness helps prevent injuries in other types of exercise.
By incorporating different types of movement into your life, you’re not only building strength and resilience – you’re creating a holistic program that supports every aspect of your body and mind. Whether you’re lifting weights, enjoying a strong Sculpt class, or flowing through a gentle Qi Gong sequence, each movement becomes an invitation to enjoy a more mindful, balanced way of being.
To see our latest smorgasbord of mindful movement practices, see the timetable here.