Motivational Yogis to Follow on Instagram Everyday Health MenuNewslettersSearch Yoga 13 Motivational Yogis to Follow on Instagram Instantly become inspired by these yogis — and their breathtaking poses — from around the world. By Brianna MajsiakReviewed: June 25, 2021Fact-Checked They have a lot of sage inspirational advice to share too StocksyYoga originated in ancient India, but today, the timeless practice has a huge following on social media. Search #yoga on Instagram and your feed will be flooded with images of vinyasa flows and Sun Salutation videos from all over the world. With more than 98 million yoga posts on Instagram and yoga accounts springing up daily, it may be difficult to find one that resonates with you. Here, we’ve put together a list of our favorite yoga accounts, each with a unique take on the practice. Some of these influencers scour the world for the prettiest yoga backdrops, some challenge age and illness to make yoga their own, and others have ignited national campaigns promoting diversity and body acceptance. So whether you’re looking for meditation guidance, a little help with your Warrior poses, or motivation to get to your next (or first!) yoga class, these accounts have you covered.695 @sjanaelise Can you think of a more beautiful yoga backdrop than tropical greens and emerald water in Australia? Australia native Sjana Elise Earp will bless your feed with poses that’ll instantly motivate you to grab your yoga mat. (Plus, some of her yoga is done underwater!) Earp, a yoga instructor at Yoga Loft in Newcastle, Australia, is certified by Yoga Alliance, the world's largest nonprofit yoga association that certifies teachers and schools. Her emotive captions will bring you a sense of calm amid the overstimulation that makes up social media. Follow Earp’s account for a breath of fresh air and check out her free yoga classes on YouTube. Follow @sjanaelise697 @yoga_with_avery A yoga practitioner for over 20 years, as well as an Iyengar yoga instructor who is certified by Yoga Alliance, Avery Kalapa is a nonbinary yogi whose practice focuses on stability, gender affirmation, and queer and trans wellness. “All people, especially folks who have been left out of or turned off by mainstream yoga spaces, should have access to the revitalizing nourishment of deeply informed, classical yoga that goes beyond fitness, without having to code switch or assimilate in order to practice,” according to Kalapa’s website. Their Instagram feed combines yoga inspiration, art, and social causes they are passionate about, and Kalapa’s thoughtfully written captions accompany each post. Follow this account for daily affirmation that yoga is an inclusive practice that anyone can enjoy. Follow @yoga_with_avery RELATED: How Yoga Benefits Your Health and Well-Being698 @traveling_yogigirl Melanie Iznaola's account is exactly what the name suggests: She travels around the world, from Florida to Mexico and beyond, offering a mix of breathtaking landscape shots and yoga poses. You’ll often find inspirational quotes scripted in her captions, aimed at encouraging women and mothers to love themselves and embrace their strengths. From wherever you are in the world, you can truly feel the love radiating from Iznaola's posts. Follow @traveling_yogigirl699 @spirituallyfly Louisiana native Faith Hunter began practicing yoga in the early 1990s as a way to cope with the illness and death of her older brother. Through yoga she was able to find mindfulness and reflection, and she created Spiritually Fly, a life philosophy centered on celebrating every moment. Her practice is heavily influenced by kundalini yoga, vinyasa, and different forms of meditation. When she’s not at her yoga studio in Washington, DC, you can find her teaching yoga at the White House Easter Egg Roll, on the cover (twice) of Yoga Journal, or leading yoga retreats. Follow @spirituallyfly RELATED: Yoga Poses for Beginners 700 @mathieuboldronyoga Jules SeamanMathieu Boldron has been practicing yoga for over 13 years, after discovering the practice while preparing for a role in the Broadway musical The Lion King in Paris. After becoming a registered yoga teacher with Yoga Alliance, he now teaches yoga retreats, workshops, teacher trainings, and classes around the globe. He also offers yoga mentoring to yogis who want to turn their practice into a sustainable career. And he is cofounder and owner of Lomey Yoga in Paris. Boldron’s classes are available on the online platforms Alo Moves and TINT Yoga. We love the way Boldron combines strength, lightheartedness, and inspiration in his Instagram posts. Follow @mathieuboldronyoga702 @michaeljameswong Michael James Wong is on a mission to break down the social barriers surrounding men and yoga. Currently residing in the United Kingdom, Wong is the founder of Boys of Yoga, a movement dedicated to opening the yoga space for men, and Just Breathe, an app that offers guided meditations, sleep sounds, and breathing practices. According to Wong’s website, “Some guys think yoga makes you less of a man. The truth is, it makes you a better one. It’s time to smash the stereotype.” Wong has also published two books: Sit Down, Be Quiet, a book for men about adopting mindfulness through yoga practice, and more recently Senbazuru, a collection of short stories and illustrations to inspire a more meaningful way of life. Follow @michaeljameswong RELATED: Virtual Meditation Options You Can Try at Home703 @mynameisjessamyn Insta-yogi Jessamyn Stanley is leading the movement of body positivity by disrupting body perceptions surrounding yoga practice. The self-proclaimed “fat femme” has garnered more than 466,000 followers and is using her platform to celebrate all body types. In her teachings, she encourages her students to ask “How do I feel?” rather than “How do I look?” Stanley is the author of Every Body Yoga, a how-to book centered on body acceptance for all levels of practice. Outside of her Instagram feed, you can listen to her advice on her biweekly podcast Dear Jessamyn. Follow @mynameisjessamyn704 @morningmarjolaine Marjolaine Savoie founded Morning Marjolaine to empower fellow girl bosses of the world. She offers business and mindfulness coaching to creative female entrepreneurs. She also leads international yoga retreats for women to disconnect from their day-to-day stressors and reconnect with their long-term goals. Savoie’s goal for the women she coaches and teaches yoga to is “to help them align with their vision, reinstate creativity, and build a brand and life they are madly in love with,” she tells Everyday Health. As a matless-yoga enthusiast, Savoie believes in embracing the smoothness of the floor so you can practice yoga anywhere — hence her stunning photos on hardwood floors and beaches. Savoie's Instagram posts embody her work as a coach and yogi. In her spare time, she enjoys walking barefoot, drinking coffee, and moonlighting as a singer. Follow @morningmarjolaine706 @lottasebzdayoga As a longtime yogi, Lotta Sebzda is spreading the message that you can practice yoga at any age. Sebzda is a 54-year-old grandmother with a fitness level that rivals that of most 20-year-olds. She has been practicing and teaching ashtanga yoga for over 20 years all over the Nordic region. Her posts include instructional videos and photo slides of asanas and Sun Salutations, as well as Instagram Lives so you can follow along with her practice in real time. Her husband, cat, and adorable grandson also make a few cameos on her yoga mat. Her YouTube channel, Lotta Sebzda Yoga, features more in-depth videos of her yoga practice. Follow @lottasebzdayoga707 @yoga_mami This Canadian mother of two achieves balance between yoga and motherhood by combining them. Josephine Jacob practices yoga with her entire family, including her husband and their two charming sons. She’s a big fan of having fun with her practice and often writes about her hilarious attempts at poses with her kids. Her posts are honest and raw, and often about managing a social media presence while being a mother and the need to disconnect every now and then. Regardless, it looks like her sons are well on their way to becoming little yogis themselves. 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