StressLess Yoga Study
The purpose of this study is to assess the feasibility and acceptability of using an asynchronous online yoga program to reduce stress. The study will use an 8 week asynchronous yoga intervention of two different types of yoga (high in breath work and meditation; low in vigorous movement/postures vs. low breath work and meditation; high movement/postures). In addition to self-report stress, measures include sleep, heart rate variability, mindfulness, Essential Properties of Yoga, and acceptability questions.
- EligibilityCriteria: Inclusion Criteria:  Aged 18 years or older Self-identification as "stressed" Scoring 8 or higher on the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) indicating moderate-to-high stress Willingness to complete the 8-week yoga intervention Willingness to attend baseline and follow-up visits Ability to read and write in English Having practiced yoga ≤ 2x in the last 6 months  Exclusion Criteria:  Serious or unstable psychiatric illness (e.g., psychosis, mania) Major coexisting medical illness (e.g., cancer, COPD, obesity) - HealthyVolunteers: No - Gender: All - MinimumAge: 18 Years - StdAgeList: Adult, Older Adult