Research Article

Comparing Once- versus Twice-Weekly Yoga Classes for Chronic Low Back Pain in Predominantly Low Income Minorities: A Randomized Dosing Trial

Table 2

Standard yoga class format.

Curriculum elementsTime (min)

Check in with participants
Centering, yoga philosophy*, and lesson introduction
Relaxation
Breathing exercise
Warm ups
Yoga postures
Integrative relaxation
Closing

Total time75 minutes

A standardized set of yoga philosophical principles were introduced, such as nonviolence, gratitude, moderation, and self-acceptance.