Do you feel the urge to stop, drop, and whip out the biggest baddest asana you can muster in strange places like the classroom, on top of buildings, in alleyways, and at home while watching Netflix? Then you’ve probably got a yoga obsession. And even if you like Piña Coladas, getting caught in the rain, are not much a fan of yoga, and think the stretching’s insane – every one of these accounts will make you raise your eyebrows and give at least one incredulous huff. Note: don’t try these at home unless you’re already an experienced practitioner of yoga. Know your body, know your limits.
#1. @yoga_girl
Rachel Brathen is probably Instagram’s most-followed #yoga account – the Swedish-born yogi is a motivational speaker and fitness celebrity. Not only does she keep her account regularly updated, but she’s active on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube as well.
#2. @kinoyoga
Kino MacGregor is a busy yogi – with three books and a magazine to her name, she’s been involved in yoga in general for 20 years and Ashtanga Yoga for over 15 years, and alongside her 790,000+ Instagram followers, she’s got over 70 million views on her YouTube video. She’s also the co-founder of the Miami Life Center and she’s got six instructional DVDs on yoga.
#3. @beachyogagirl
Kerri Verna is famous for combining two things consistently – yoga, and beach! She’s been Instagram’s resident blonde yoga beach bum for over 3,700 posts, and schedules yoga retreats and classes as much as three times a week. She’s been a certified fitness trainer for over 12 years, and she’s a mother of two atop being certified in Tai Chi, Kickboxing and Pilates among other things.
#4. @laurasykora
Laura Kasperzak has been into yoga for 17 years, but it wasn’t until about 4 years ago that she ultimately decided that the office life wasn’t for her, and expanded her interest in yogic practices. Fast-forward to today, and Laura’s Instagram account has over a million followers – many of them enchanted most especially by Laura’s charming 5-year-old, Mini.
#5. @itsprada_
Taking a detour from the established giants of Instagram fame, Ryan from Australia’s charm comes from his honesty and brand of humor. Two things that, when mixed with yoga and calisthenics, make for some pretty damn awesome entertainment. He’s also a member of the growing League of Extraordinary Yogis, an Instagram troupe of international yoga personalities that aim to inspire with, well, extraordinary poses and ideas.
#6. @yogi_eric
Another member of the League of Extraordinary Yogis, Eric is a dad and an inspiration for anyone willing to try doing yoga in their slacks and jeans – belt et al.
#7. @dennis.abry.yoga
A psychology professor (with awesome ratings) and yoga enthusiast, Dennis Abry’s Instagram account is proof that you can be pretty damn hardcore with your yoga no matter how grey you think your beard is getting. He’s also got several dogs, and they often cameo in his posts – although not always to his benefit.
#8. @theprettyyogini
Sammy Seriani is a Hawaiian yogi, with classes in Maui for Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga. She’s also certified to train teachers, and present certification upon completion of her course. Her Instagram account is filled with hundreds of pictures of great yoga (and big waves!)
#9. @mayuko_matsuda
Mayuko Matsuda is a yoga teacher in Singapore, and she writes a personal blog on yoga, her personal life, and medical tribulations – despite suffering epilepsy, she commands an inspirational (and vastly impressive!) yoga page on Instagram with nearly 2,800 followers.
#10. @briansword
He paints, he surfs, and he does yoga – all while featuring his cat, Rio. And his skills, of course.
#11. @sister_yoga
A registered yoga teacher, @sister_yoga proves just how vibrant yoga can be – both with her asanas, and her collection of amazing pants.
#12. @deadlovejunkies
Artistic prints and yoga – this pair translate their creativity into both poses and colors, and their work is available for all to see. They sell products on a non-profit basis, to fund free yoga, dance and street work out projects and classes.
#13. @tryahlove
The Lotus Blossom of the League of Extraordinary Yogis, Linda is a yoga enthusiast – as are her kids, and the family dog. You can see why.
#14. @pookeyko
If you haven’t been impressed yet, then Thailand-born yogi Isada Ekkul will probably do the trick – she’s so flexible, she can touch her heel. With her nose. Backwards.
#15. @lolathlete
Ever heard of acro yoga? Well, now you have! A great fan of inversions, Lola (and sometimes, her partner!) has over 35,000 followers on Instagram – a growing crowd.
#16. @stephaniekicksbutt
The username is pretty self-explanatory – personal trainer and enthusiastic yogi Stephanie Paterson writes a regular blog on little musings about the various challenges she encounters training her clients, and other things – but if you’re only in it for the yoga, then don’t worry! She’s got plenty.
#17. @rainbowofcrazyness
Another Stephanie?! That’s right – and according to her own page, she’s: “soft craziness distilled over the course of the day…”
#18. @saltlifepirateprincess
Known as “The Pirate” of the Extraordinary League of Yogis, Salty rocks a bleached head of hair, tats, and sometimes an eyepatch. Prepare for pictures in black and white, seagulls and the scent of the ocean.
#19. @theashkicker
This tattooed ex-pro fighter is a self-described calisthenics and gymnastics enthusiast – and it shows in his asanas. A believer in “yoga every damn day,” his inversions will inspire you to get up (on your hands) and work it.
#20. @jogi_the_yogi
Jo Nipal, aka “The Jogi”, is another member of the Extraordinary League of Yogis (many others of which are just as amazing, and not on this list! Go check them out!) and like many of us, he’s working hard on his skills.
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