Yoga and the church, a scary combination?

"I do not understand why some people working in the church find yoga scary," says Morten Bollerud in this episode of Yoga for livet. He is a composer, musician and conductor, and works as an organist in several churches. "I find it strange that there is still so much scepticism about yoga in some Christian circles."

Morten does not often do yoga on the mat, but says he uses yoga in his music.

"Yes, yoga has taught me a lot about breathing. There are so many ways to breathe, and some are more supportive than others, and I use exactly that lesson both as a musician and when I lead choirs. But I must admit I feel more present when I play music than when I do yoga on a mat. The best thing I know is when I can move others with my music!"

Host: Birgitte Gjestvang. Sound and music: Thomas Prado Lamo Lokøen.