Can Christians do yoga?

Madeleine

So I’m thinking of taking this class this week that has some yoga in it, as well as Pilates. My mom has always said yoga is a sin and not something Christians should do but I’m starting to develop my own personal opinions and I’m wondering if it’s ok if yoga is just used as an exercise instead of incorporating other religions. I feel like it’d be fun and a good way to relive anxiety and focus on the present and I feel like God wants us to be present and practice mindfulness. I also meditate everyday with body awareness and counting breaths right before I read my daily Bible devotions. What do you think?