Loading metrics Open Access Peer-reviewed Research Article Citation: Cartwright T, Metcalf L, Wadhen V (2026) ‘It is a lifeline’: International cross-sectional survey of benefits, barriers and acceptability of online yoga during the COVID-19 pandemic. PLoS One 21(2): e0341852. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0341852 Editor: Yagnik Dave, Marwadi University, INDIA Received: August 14, 2025; Accepted: January 13, 2026; Published: February 18, 2026 Copyright: © 2026 Cartwright et al.