Yoga and Physiology: Understanding Body Systems
Learn how yoga practices influence human physiology, from cellular function to organ systems. Explore evidence-based benefits for health and wellness.
Learn how yoga practices influence human physiology, from cellular function to organ systems. Explore evidence-based benefits for health and wellness.
This comprehensive course bridges the gap between yoga practice and human physiology, offering a unique blend of scientific understanding and practical application. Designed for yoga practitioners, teachers, and healthcare professionals, it provides in-depth exploration of how yoga influences various physiological systems. The curriculum covers cellular biology, genetics, nervous system, respiratory function, cardiovascular health, and more, each module connecting scientific principles with specific yoga practices. Students gain practical experience through guided sessions while understanding the underlying mechanisms that make yoga effective for health maintenance and therapeutic interventions.
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What you'll learn
Understand the physiological mechanisms behind yoga's health benefits
Master the connection between yoga practices and human body systems
Learn therapeutic applications for stress, pain, and chronic conditions
Develop evidence-based yoga sequences for specific health outcomes
Gain practical skills in applying yoga for various physiological systems
Understand the scientific research supporting yoga's effectiveness
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63 assignments
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There are 14 modules in this course
This innovative course integrates traditional yoga practices with modern physiological science, providing a comprehensive understanding of how yoga affects human health. Students explore 14 detailed modules covering all major body systems, from cellular biology to organ system function. The curriculum combines scientific lectures with practical yoga sessions, examining how specific poses and practices influence different physiological processes. Special emphasis is placed on stress response, chronic illness management, and therapeutic applications of yoga, supported by current research and expert interviews.
Introduction to the Course, Yoga and Physiology
Module 1 · 23 Minutes to complete
The Cell and Homeostasis
Module 2 · 4 Hours to complete
Genetics
Module 3 · 4 Hours to complete
How to Read and Interpret the Research
Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete
The Nervous System
Module 5 · 4 Hours to complete
The Respiratory System
Module 6 · 3 Hours to complete
The Cardiovascular System
Module 7 · 4 Hours to complete
The Lymphatic and Immune Systems
Module 8 · 3 Hours to complete
The Musculoskeletal System
Module 9 · 6 Hours to complete
The Renal System
Module 10 · 4 Hours to complete
The Digestive System
Module 11 · 3 Hours to complete
The Endocrine and Reproductive Systems
Module 12 · 4 Hours to complete
The Affect of Chronic Stress on Human Physiology
Module 13 · 5 Hours to complete
Summary
Module 14 · 2 Hours to complete
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Lecturer, Research Scientist, and Yoga Instructor
Dr. Alexandra (Ali) Seidenstein is a multifaceted professional with a background in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, having held a faculty position at NYU Tandon where she taught courses in Genetics, Molecular Biology, and Cell Biology for the Biomolecular Science Program. She also managed the NYU-Tandon ‘Urban Food Lab,’ a vertical farm utilizing aquaponics technology to produce fresh produce. Her PhD research in Neural and Behavioral Science led her to the BlueStone Clinic at NYU Dental School, where she investigates gene expression changes and epigenetics related to trauma and PTSD under the guidance of Dr. Bradley Aouizerat. In addition to her scientific pursuits, Ali is a certified yoga instructor, having studied for three years in Mysore, India, under the late Sri K. Pattabhi Jois. As the founder and president of Kids Who Care, Inc., she works with at-risk youth and teaches yoga to trauma survivors in various NYC centers. Dr. Seidenstein is actively involved in research on the science of yoga and its long-term therapeutic effects, blending her expertise in science with her passion for wellness.
Yoga Instructor and Author Transforming Lives through Yoga and Science
Eddie Stern is a renowned yoga instructor, author, and lecturer based in New York City, celebrated for his multi-disciplinary approach to yoga that integrates traditional practices with modern scientific insights. He has recently published his first solo book, One Simple Thing: A New Look at the Science of Yoga, which explores the neurophysiological mechanisms that contribute to the effectiveness of yoga. As a co-founder of the international Yoga and Science Conference, Eddie brings together researchers, healthcare professionals, and yoga practitioners to discuss the latest advancements in yoga and meditation research. He is also the co-creator of The Breathing App, designed to guide users through paced breathing exercises that help balance the autonomic nervous system, reduce stress, and improve sleep. With over 35 years of experience in yoga practice and teaching, Eddie has been involved in scientific research on yoga since 2010 and continues to offer classes and workshops that make yoga accessible to all.
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