Kat Bayly

Kat Bayly

Contributing expert

Kat has a Master's degree in Psychology from the University of Glasgow, with her dissertation focusing on the impact of mental health and deprivation on connection with urban nature. Kat has over 10 years of yoga teaching experience with further training in supporting injured students. She is qualified to teach Yin Yoga, Hormone Yoga Therapy and more traditional forms of Hatha yoga. She also has a certificate as a Yoga Therapy Practitioner. Kat also has a Masters in Psychology from the University of Glasgow, with her dissertation focusing on the impact of mental health and deprivation on connection with urban nature. Kat previously worked with those impacted by severe mental illness. As well as writing her yoga blog she has contributed for multiple publications online including T3, Fit and Well, Tech Radar, Ekhart Yoga and Live Science.

Latest articles by Kat Bayly

Morento MR5866 Smart Air Purifier being tested by our reviewer

Best air purifiers for allergies 2025: Breathe easy this summer

By Molly Cleary, Anna Gora last updated

BUYING GUIDE These are the best air purifiers for allergies you can buy in every category, from Levoit Core 600S and Molekule Air Pro to RabbitAir A3.

BUYING GUIDE
The Saucony Ride 15 running shoes being tested during our full review

Best running shoes for supination 2025: Find the perfect fit for your feet

By Harry Bullmore last updated

Buyers guide These are the best running shoes you can buy in every category, from New Balance 1080 v14 and Brooks Glycerin 20 to Hoka Mach X.

Buyers guide

Best wildlife observation equipment 2025: Birds, bats, bees and everything inbetween

By Kat Bayly published

This is the best wildlife observation equipment you can buy in every category, from binoculars and cameras to GPS and compasses.

Technology
Our expert reviewer testing the map feature on the Garmin Fenix 8 smartwatch

Best Garmin watches 2025: From basic fitness bands to powerful adventure smartwatches

By Andrew Williams, Anna Gora last updated

Buying Guide These are the best Garmin watches you can buy in every category, from Fenix 8 and Forerunner 965 to Venu 3.

Buying Guide

Celebrate Bird Day this Sunday: Huge discount on Canon binoculars we call 'game-changing' for bird-watching

By Kat Bayly published

Deals Take your bird-watching to the next level on May 4 with this huge discount on these premium image-stabilized Canon binoculars at Newegg.

Deals
Best yoga mats, tried and tested by Live Science

Best yoga mats 2025: The best designs for hot yoga, travel and general home use

By Sam Hopes last updated

Buying Guide Here are the best yoga mats in every category, from Lululemon and Primasole to Manduka Prolite.

Buying Guide
The workout menu on the Redmi Watch 5.

Redmi Watch 5 review

By Kat Bayly published

Review The Redmi Watch 5 is perfect for those looking to track workouts with ease.

Review
Workout stats on the Xiaomi Watch 2.

Xiaomi Watch 2 review

By Kat Bayly published

Review A budget smartwatch with a lightweight and stylish design that's let down by clumsy navigation and poor battery life.

Review
The Milky Way's central region, where Sagittarius and the group of ancient stars can be found, above Telluride, Canada.

Beginner's guide to astrophotography

By Kimberley Lane last updated

Learn how to capture the night sky — tips on choosing the best camera and lens, plus advice on camera settings, choosing a good location and apps to help plan your shoot.

Space
author using the OM-1 Mark II in a hide

Beginner's guide to wildlife photography

By Kimberley Lane last updated

Master the basics with this beginners guide to wildlife photography. Find the best cameras, learn how to find your subjects, and handle changes in lighting.

Technology
Does yoga help you lose weight? Image of a woman sitting on a yoga mat with a dumbbell next to her

How useful is yoga in a weight-loss journey?

By Amy Clarke last updated

REFERENCE Does yoga help you lose weight? We look at whether yoga can help you shed pounds.

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Three dehumidifiers on a leafy green background with the live science black friday logo in the top left corner

Best Black Friday dehumidifier deals: Save big on keeping your home drier

By Kat Bayly last updated

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Deals
A child operates a remote at a TV from a sofa with various streaming network logos laid on top

Get up to 90% off Disney+, Paramount+, Hulu, HBO Max and more with these spectacular streaming deals

By Kat Bayly last updated

Deals Keep everyone happy this season with these incredible streaming deals! Save up to 90% on watching everything from nature documentaries to blockbuster sci-fi movies and beyond.

Deals
Manduka PRO yoga mat on a wooden floor

Manduka PRO yoga mat review

By Kat Bayly published

Review Manduka has produced an excellent, environmentally-conscious yoga mat offering exceptional comfort and support.

Review
Woman doing yoga for runners in outdoor setting

Yoga for runners: eight moves to improve flexibility and strength

By Kat Bayly last updated

Yoga for runners: the lowdown on the best yoga postures for runners

Exercise
Woman doing yoga meditation at home

Yoga and meditation: what are the real health benefits?

By Kat Bayly published

Yoga and meditation: a closer look at the science behind these ancient practices

Exercise
Can yoga help you lose weight: Image shows woman practicing yoga at home

Can yoga help you lose weight?

By Kat Bayly published

It’s known to improve flexibility and reduce stress, but can yoga help you lose weight too?

Exercise
Two you women doing flexibility exercises in gym

Flexibility exercises: the best moves for maintaining mobility

By Kat Bayly published

These are the best flexibility exercises to keep your body supple, according to a yoga teacher (and scientific research)

Exercise
pilates vs yoga

Pilates vs yoga: How do the two practices affect the body?

By Kat Bayly published

reference Pilates vs yoga: We look at the research that reveals their effects

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