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What yoga does to your body and brain - Krishna Sudhir

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There are many different approaches to modern yoga— though most forms have three core elements: physical postures, breathing exercises, and spiritual contemplation.This blend of physical and mental exercise is widely believed to have a unique set of health advantages. But is yoga actually beneficial to your health? Krishna Sudhir examines how this ancient tradition impacts the body and mind.

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Meet The Creators

Educator
Krishna Sudhir
Director
Zsuzsanna Kreif
Narrator
Addison Anderson
Storyboard Artist
Zsuzsanna Kreif
Animator
Réka Bucsi, Amanda Hertelendi, Zsuzsanna Kreif, Borbála Tompa, Borbála Zétényi
Compositor
Zsuzsanna Kreif
Art Director
Zsuzsanna Kreif
Producer
The Animation Workshop, Bethany Cutmore-Scott
Music
Cem Misirlioglu
Director of Production
Gerta Xhelo
Editorial Director
Alex Rosenthal
Editorial Producer
Dan Kwartler
Script Editor
Emma Bryce
Fact-Checker
Eden Girma, Madeleine I. Stevens

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