Syed Zaeem Haider Zaidi
Yoga Researcher & Therapist
S-VYASA Deemed-to-be University
- Bengaluru, India
Bridging ancient yogic wisdom with rigorous modern science — designing evidence-based interventions for sickle cell disease, PTSD, and integrative health across special populations.
8+
Publications
PhD
Candidate
UGC
NET JRF
15+
Certifications
ABOUT
Syed Zaeem Haider Zaidi
A yoga researcher standing at the crossroads of ancient practice and contemporary science — committed to making integrative health accessible, evidence-based, and culturally sensitive.
Currently pursuing a PhD in Yoga at S-VYASA University’s Department of Life Sciences, Zaeem serves as Senior Research Fellow in the Integrated Sickle Cell Anemia Research Program.
His academic foundation spans postgraduate training in both Anthropology and Yoga from Lucknow University — giving him a distinctive lens that reads the human body as a biological, cultural, and spiritual system simultaneously.
Beyond the laboratory, Zaeem has taught yoga to law enforcement officers of the UP Special Task Force, managed fitness programmes at Gold’s Gym, and served as referee at the Himalaya National & International Yoga Olympiad.
ABOUT
Research & Contributions
Yoga-Based Intervention to Alleviate Inflammation, Pain, and Reduce Medication Burden in Sickle Cell Disease — A Review and Framework
2026
Development, Validation, and Feasibility Testing of Tele-Yoga Module for PTSD
2025
Investigating the Efficacy of Cyclic Meditation in the Management of Post-Exercise Fatigue Among Law Enforcement Trainees: A Randomized
2025
Effects of Tele-Yoga on School Adolescents’ Mental Health, Quality of Life, and Post-Lockdown Adaptability
2025
Yoga Module Development and Validation for Sickle Cell Disease
2023
A Protocol of Development, Content Validation and Feasibility of a Tele-Yoga Module for PTSD
2023
Scope of Tele-Yoga for Children and Adolescents During COVID-19 Pandemic: A Narrative Review
2022
Impact of COVID-19 on the Mental Health of Children and Adolescents — A Cross-Sectional Survey
2020
Experience
Professional Journey
Senior Research Fellow
Contributing to the Integrated Sickle Cell Anemia Research Program. Developing and evaluating evidence-based yoga modules, conducting data analysis, and implementing integrated care models. Teaching yoga therapy, anatomy, and physiology.
Current Position
S-VYASA University · Bengaluru, India
Yoga Teacher — Special Task Force
Delivered structured yoga instruction to elite law enforcement personnel. Designed programmes focused on stress management, physical conditioning, and mental resilience.
Previous · Law Enforcement
Uttar Pradesh Police (STF) · India
Fitness Manager
Managed gym operations, client fitness assessments, and programme design. Developed strength and conditioning protocols for diverse client populations.
Previous · Fitness Industry
Sports Fit Gym
Personal Trainer & Group Exercise Instructor
Delivered personal training and group exercise sessions focused on weight management, lifestyle modification, and injury prevention.
Previous · Fitness Industry
Gold’s Gym
Referee & Conference Contributor
Active contributor to national yoga conferences, accreditation events, the National Yoga and Diabetes campaign, and the Himalaya Yoga Olympiad as official referee.
Volunteer · National Events
Himalaya National & International Yoga Olympiad
Faculty — Yoga Therapy, Anatomy & Physiology
Teaching yoga therapy, human anatomy, and physiology to BSc students and Post-Graduate Diploma candidates.
Teaching · Academia
S-VYASA University · Bengaluru
Education
Academic Foundations
PhD in Yoga (Pursuing)Current
PG Degree — Yoga
PG Degree — Anthropology
BA — Anthropology
UGC-NET JRF — Yoga
Diploma in Computer Applications
Credentials
Certifications & Specialisations
Yoga — National & International
Fitness & Exercise Science
Nutrition & Lifestyle
Contact
Get in Touch
Contact Info
- Zaeemzaidi90@gmail.com
- +91 88969 88888