Abstract
In the interest of gaining an insider's understanding of personal exercise habits, this study analyses the meanings and motivations brought by individuals to their Vinyasa yoga practice in the setting of a private, urban studio. Through an analysis of spatial and ideological evidence garnered through in-depth topical interviews and participant observation, this case study argues that social integration, economic privilege, childhood experience with sport and cultural values instigate and sustain this particular exercise and wellness habit. These findings complicate the common sense belief that lifestyle choices are solely a reflection of individual character and responsibility. Further, this study demonstrates that social capital, when understood as nested within broader structural and economic contexts, becomes an essential analytical tool for understanding individual exercise habits and underscores the need for future research exploring the connection between life chances and wellness.
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