The Science

Behind  

Deep Yoga Method

Evidence-Based Yoga for Real Transformation

Featured Presenter: 2025 Neuroscience & Yoga Annual Conference |
Created by a Yoga Medicine Therapeutic Specialist | Trusted by Healthcare Provider

Built on Established Research

Where Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Science

The Deep Yoga Method isn't based on tradition alone—it's grounded in current neuroscience, biomechanics, and trauma research. The techniques we use has been studied, validated, and proven effective.

  • The Scientific Foundation

    Polyvagal Theory in Practice

    Based on Dr. Stephen Porges' groundbreaking work, we understand how your nervous system moves between states:

    Sympathetic activation (fight/flight)

    Dorsal vagal (freeze/shutdown)

    Ventral vagal (safe social engagement)

    Every class uses specific techniques to guide your nervous system toward regulation and resilience.

    Key Research: Porges (2011), Dana (2018), Sullivan et al. (2018)

  • The Scientific Foundation

    Biomechanical Precision

    We apply research from leading movement scientists:

    Dr. Stuart McGill: Spine stability and back health

    Tom Myers: Fascial lines and whole-body connection

    Dr. Ray Long: Yoga-specific anatomy and safe alignment

    This means every cue has a reason, every adjustment has science behind it.

  • The Scientific Foundation

    Trauma-Informed Principles

    Incorporating evidence from:

    Dr. Bessel van der Kolk: How the body stores trauma

    Dr. Peter Levine: Somatic experiencing and discharge

    Dr. Pat Ogden: Sensorimotor approaches to healing

    We understand that yoga isn't just stretching—it's rewiring your nervous system's response to stress.

One Example of the Deep Yoga Process.

What’s the need? How can we address it with yoga practices? What does the research say?

HEAL Program Needs Assessment / Mini Presentation

Developed for Neuroscience and Yoga Conference

Work beyond yoga classes

from our founder, Sara Szeglowski

Conference Presentations

  • 2025 Neuroscience & Yoga Annual Conference
    Featured Speaker: "Nervous System Regulation for Healthcare Provider Burnout"

  • International Association of Yoga Therapists
    Annual Symposium Presenter

Healthcare Community Trust

  • On average, 50% of our teacher trainees are healthcare providers

  • Medical professionals regularly refer patients to our programs

  • Nurses, physicians, and therapists choose us for their own practice

  • Partnered with Roswell Park Cancer Institute to provide in house training for researchers and classes for patients.

Credentials & Affiliations

  • Yoga Alliance Registered Training Schools and CEU provider

  • Yoga Medicine Therapeutic Specialist

  • Trained with internationally recognized anatomy, neuroscience, and yoga experts

Measured Outcomes

What Students Actually Experience

Based on 10 years of student feedback and observation:

Nervous System Regulation

  • 90% report decreased anxiety within 8 weeks

  • 85% experience improved sleep quality

  • 88% report better stress management

Physical Changes

  • 78% experience reduced chronic pain

  • 82% show improved balance and flexibility

  • 75% report increased body awareness

Emotional & Mental Health

  • 95% feel "more at home" in their bodies

  • 87% report improved mood regulation

  • 91% experience decreased rumination

Note: Based on voluntary student surveys and self-reported outcomes

Why Healthcare Providers Choose This Method

"As a nurse, I needed yoga based on science, not trends. Sara understands both the physiology and the practical application. This is the only yoga I trust for myself and recommend to patients."

Stephanie, RN, Deep Yoga Method Teacher

Finally, Yoga That Makes Clinical Sense

"The anatomical understanding aligns with what I learned in medical school. Every class is like a lab in applied anatomy and neuroscience."

Jennifer T., MD

Healthcare Providers in Our Community: Emergency Medicine Physicians / Oncology Nurses / Surgical Nurses / ER Nurses / Labor and Delivery Nurses / Dentists / Dental Hygienists and Assistants / Physical Therapists / Mental Health Counselors / Physician Assistants / Pediatricians / General Physicians

Watch: Interview with Wendy, RN on how she is teaching other medical providers using the Deep Yoga Method

The Bottom Line

This Isn't a Wellness Trend or a promise of Yoga as a cure all. It’s applied research.

Every Deep Yoga Method teacher understands not just WHAT to teach but WHY it works. When you practice with us, you're not just following instructions—you're participating in evidence-based transformation.

Your body changes because the science is sound. Your nervous system regulates because the method is proven. Your life transforms because the approach works.