Judith Hanson Lasater

Judith Hanson Lasater is an American yoga teacher and author widely associated with restorative yoga and yoga therapy. She is the author of *Relax and Renew: Restful Yoga for Stressful Times*, a book that helped popularize the use of supported, restful postures for stress reduction and recovery. Lasater has also written other yoga titles and is known for teaching workshops and trainings that emphasize alignment, breath awareness, and the therapeutic application of yoga practices. Her work is often linked with the use of props to make poses accessible and to encourage deep relaxation. She continues to be cited as an influential voice in modern restorative yoga.