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 previously worked with those impacted by severe mental illness. As well as writing her yoga blog she has contributed to multiple publications online including T3, Fit and Well, Tech Radar, Ekhart Yoga and Live Science.

Latest 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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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

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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

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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?

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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)

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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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