Kat Bayly

Kat Bayly

Contributing expert

Kat has 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. Currently completing a Masters in Psychology, Kat also works 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.

Articles by: Kat Bayly

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.

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Best air purifiers for allergies 2024

By Molly Cleary last updated

BUYING GUIDE These are the best air purifiers for allergies you can buy in every category, from Levoit Core 600S and GermGuardian AC4825E to RabbitAir A3.

Best yoga mats, tried and tested by Live Science

Best yoga mats 2024: The best designs for hot yoga, travel and general home use

By Sam Hopes last updated

Buying Guide The best yoga mats whether you're a beginner looking for a restorative practice or an Ashtanga yogi: we've tested yoga mats for a wide range of budgets and purposes.

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

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

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?

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)

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