Hi! I’m Ann Swanson

I empower people to heal themselves by making yoga and mind-body practices non-intimidating and practical.

It really seems magical, but mounting scientific research supports the benefits of mind-body practices like yoga for pain relief, improved mental health, better sleep, and more. There is a reason that these ancient practices have stood the test of time.

This truly works!

I am a science nerd. I speak and teach on the key research supporting yoga and meditation, along with the basic anatomy for adapting yoga to be safe, effective, and accessible for all body types and conditions. My books, Science of Yoga and Meditation for the Real World, present the science and practice in a straightforward and simple way.

…But I am also open to spirituality. I embrace that word, but you don’t have to call it “spirituality” if you don’t feel comfortable with it. Call it “a life of more purpose” or “deeper meaning”. Either way, I believe there are some questions that science perhaps can’t answer, but we will continue to ask and continue to explore with endless curiosity.

ABOUT Ann

Bio

Title: Ann Swanson, MS, C-IAYT, LMT, E-RYT500

Short Bio:

Ann Swanson teaches meditation to busy people with busy minds. She is the author of the bestselling book SCIENCE OF YOGA, which has been translated into over 15 languages. Her new book, Meditation for the Real World, illuminates the fascinating science behind meditation with step-by-step practices to help you find peace in everyday life. However, Ann wasn’t a naturally “chill person,” and meditation didn’t come easy to her. Overcoming chronic pain and anxiety led her to India to study yoga, to China to explore tai chi, into the cadaver lab to teach anatomy, to night school to become a licensed massage therapist, and, ultimately, to earn a Master of Science in Yoga Therapy. Ann blends cutting-edge research with ancient wisdom, resulting in realistic techniques you won’t just learn – you’ll love to live by!

Long Bio:

Ann is a certified yoga therapist, speaker, and author of Science of Yoga which has been translated to over 15 languages. She is part heart-based healer and part science nerd. Ann supports people in being healthier and more joyful. She does this by making yoga and wellness non-intimidating and accessible, especially those who feel like they can't do yoga. With a Master of Science in yoga therapy and roots studying yoga in India and qi gong in China, Ann uniquely applies cutting-edge research to mind-body practices while maintaining the heart of the traditions. She internationally speaks and teaches on the science supporting yoga’s benefits to both the public and in yoga teacher training programs. In her private practice, Ann specializes in helping busy people worldwide relieve pain (like from back pain or arthritis), manage stress, and find ease through one-on-one telehealth yoga therapy.

Get a free deep relaxation practice to relieve pain and chair yoga videos you can do at your desk at www.AnnSwansonWellness.com For more on her book, head to www.scienceof.yoga

Credentials Defined:

  • MS: Master of Science in Yoga Therapy from Maryland University of Integrative Health

  • C-IAYT: Certified Yoga Therapist

  • LMT: Licensed Massage Therapist

  • E-RYT500: Experienced Yoga Teacher

  • YACEP: Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider

Speaking

Speaking Topics:

  • Chronic Pain Relief

  • Yoga and Wellness for Arthritis

  • Accessible Yoga

  • Office Yoga

  • Chair Yoga

  • Research Science Supporting Yoga

  • Neuroplasticity + Mindfulness

Social Media Stats:

Youtube: 83,000+ subscribers, 8.3+ million views

Instagram: 30,000+ followers between two accounts (@scienceof.yoga and @annswansonwellness)

TikTok: 31,600 followers

Image of Ann as a little girl

My Mission:

I guide people to understand and experience the profound benefits of yoga and mind-body practices. I believe that simple practices with ancient roots can be modernized to be non-intimidating, practical, and accessible to anyone, anywhere. Ultimately, I empower people to transform their own lives.

My Vision:

I envision a world where we are kind to ourselves & each other. When we fall, we get back up with grace & resilience. We face challenges with curiosity, creativity, & courage. We constantly remind ourselves that perfection is a mathematical concept, not a human concept. In my world, we all feel confident, joyful, & free enough to dance in our kitchens like nobody’s watching.

Articles by Ann

Ann is available to write articles on yoga and wellness. Click the images to see some samples of her work.

Podcast Interviews

Ann is available for interviews, get in touch.

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