The podcast for yoga teachers centered around important conversations for yoga teachers to discuss, reflect, and implement. From class planning to business strategy, these conversations help yoga teachers build the business that will help keep them teaching long-term and with a sustainable income.
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It’s challenging to learn about yoga when there is so much information conveyed in a language that often seems foreign. Join veteran yoga teacher and massage therapist, Todd McLaughlin, as he engages weekly with professionals in the field of yoga and bodywork through knowledgable and relatable conversation. If you want to deepen your understanding of yoga and bodywork practices, don’t miss an episode!
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This down-to-earth podcast by Andrea Ferretti (former executive editor of Yoga Journal) will keep informed and inspired to practice yoga. Topics run the gamut from nitty gritty technique (her yoga teacher husband Jason Crandell often joins to help with this) to down-to-earth conversations about how to apply yoga's lessons and tools to help craft a happy, balanced life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Information, support, and inspiration for yoga teachers. Topics include the business of yoga, teaching skills, philosophy, ethical and legal considerations, and more.
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Jessica Rosenberg, E-RYT 500, YACEP, MID, RYS 200/500, Reiki Master, is committed to helping students live an inspired life through Mindful Moments. She is an author, a national mind & body educator, a leader in the wellness community and a yoga instructor, teaching the wisdom practice of yoga for over 20 years and practicing since she was a teenager. Jes’s passion for mindfulness and movement has allowed her to cultivate a uniquely blended teaching style to help students of any age find ali ...
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Welcome to An Unlikely Yogi podcast. Here you can find sequences that make it feel like your favorite yoga studio came to you. For more detail and more yoga, head to AnUnlikelyYogi.com.
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Comforting hypnotic soothing voice guiding your breath and leading you into a beautiful place of serenity and strength. Build a complete yoga practice as each meditation/practice builds upon the previous. RELAX ~ REJUVENATE ~ SLEEP ~ MEDITATE (Repeat every week!)
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We were all created to offer something unique to the world. The ideas in this podcast emerged from an interest which began with fitness, but developed into a deeper fascination with psychology and philosophy to focus on the bigger picture. As a Strength Coach and Yoga teacher, Courtney Bishop guides others to create a stronger version of themselves physically, mentally and emotionally. Each episode provides insightful wisdom to help others grow to realize their potential in all areas of life.
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Gamal/GML is an artist and entrepreneur living in Los Angeles specializing in vegan food (@theInsteadCompany), Design, 3D illustration & 3D printing (@theOriginalArticle)and rhyme-writing (@GAMALisWELL) with an emphasis on love, peace, respect, yoga, spirituality, self-realization and wellness. ADVISORY: follow @gamaliswell @theInsteadCompany and @theOriginalArticle on The Instagram.
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Let me hold the door to Yoga and invite you in. A conduit for ancient teachings that will bring health and happiness into your life.
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5 Ways to Reduce Yoga Sequencing Overwhelm & Restore Confidence
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Feeling overwhelmed with sequencing is one of the biggest challenges that most teachers face. Even worse, it leads to burnout and lack of confidence. On this episode, Jason breaks down the 5 essential keys to help you focus your sequences, build confidence, and feel greater joy teaching your classes. Highlights: 1:08 -- Yoga Sequencing Template 8:4…
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Mark Stephens ~ The Evolution of Yoga Sequencing and Adjustment Techniques
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Send us a text Mark Stephens is a highly respected and influential figure in the world of yoga. He is a prolific author, having written several books on yoga. Mark runs an Online Teaching Yoga Academy and has a podcast called The Yoga Room Podcast. His expertise spans across various domains such as yoga, bodywork, and the integration of therapeutic…
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Tawanya Norwood ~ Achieving Greatness: Balancing Motherhood, Military, and Mindfulness
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Send us a text Tawanya Norwood is a U.S. Marine and a passionate advocate for yoga, blending her military discipline with the mindfulness of yoga practice. Originally from Miami Dade County, Tawanya has served in the military for seven years, currently stationed at the Pentagon. She has an academic background in sociology, graduating from the Unive…
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Ep 39: Managing Pain & Injuries via Nervous System Regulation Pt. 2
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Learning various strategies on how to target and influence this complex system of pain can be essential for how you might speak with students and teach students who are managing pain and injuries. In the last episode, I shared specific exercises and techniques, including diaphragmatic breathing, mindfulness, meditation, guided imagery, and more. Th…
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Dharma Mittra - Living the Yogi Life: Secrets of Spiritual Growth and Mental Power
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Send us a text Dharma Mittra is a world-renowned yoga teacher with over six decades of experience in the practice and teaching of yoga. Originally a professional bodybuilder and athlete, Dharma Mittra's journey into yoga has profoundly changed his life and the lives of countless students globally. He is known for his dedication to the traditional t…
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Suffering and our True Nature with Michelle Cassandra Johnson
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Michelle Cassandra Johnson explores the kleshas—the five afflictions that cause suffering—within the framework of modern challenges ranging from racial injustice to climate change. Through personal stories, insights on yoga philosophy, and practical advice, Michelle offers a roadmap for understanding and addressing the root causes of suffering both…
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How to Create a Supportive Yoga Practice When Life Throws You Curveballs
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When you go through challenging times in life, does your usual yoga practice go out the window? For most of us, the answer is a begrudging, "yep." And yet, we need our yoga and meditation and self-care practices the most when life gets tough. On this episode, Jason and I chat about how we adapt our practice (and add to it), to help create the suppo…
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Ep 38: Managing Pain & Injuries via Nervous System Regulation Pt. 1
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The nervous system plays a pivotal role in reducing pain, and as you and your students journey through the maze of managing it, know that it's worth understanding, so that you can have handy tips and strategies in your toolkit. Understanding how to target this complex system can be a game changer. It can influence how you might speak with & teach y…
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Ep 37: Understanding Pain Beyond Tissue Damage
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Pain is a complex and often misunderstood experience because it doesn't always correlate directly with tissue damage. Instead, pain is influenced by the nervous system, emotions and psychological factors, which can cause people to experience significant discomfort, even when there's little to no physical injury present. Graded exposure therapy offe…
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Cator Shachoy - TMJ Relief: Integrating Yoga and Mindfulness Techniques
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Send us a text Cator Shachoy is a distinguished yoga therapist, mindfulness instructor, and craniosacral therapist based in the San Francisco Bay Area. She holds a degree from the Iyengar Yoga Institute in San Francisco and has trained under notable teachers like Judith Lassiter and Michael Shea. Cator is also an accomplished author with her latest…
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Yoga Teacher Q&A: Common Teaching Challenges
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In this Q&A style episode, I answer listener questions sent via social media and my website. Topics include managing expectations as a substitute instructor, creating body awareness in beginners, discomfort in studying anatomy, and building a sustainable business with corporate and private clients. Listen in to hear my thoughts on how much to expla…
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Ep 36: Advancements in Pain Science: Comparing Current Understanding vs. 2018
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The study of pain has seen significant developments in recent years shifting our understanding of pain from a purely physical symptom to a complex multifaceted experience that involves the nervous system, psychological factors and social conditions. As a yoga teacher, it's important to understand that asana, stretching, strengthening, and movement …
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Kelly Smith ~ Navigating Neurodivergence with Meditation
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Send us a text Kelly Smith is a prominent meditation and yoga instructor based in the Twin Cities, Minneapolis. She is the founder of Yoga for You Online, an innovative online yoga and meditation school offering a range of classes and teacher training. Kelly is also the creator and host of two popular podcasts, "Mindful in Minutes" and "Meditation …
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Ep 35: Anatomy Matters - Why Every Yoga Teacher Needs to Understand the Human Body
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When working with students who are under the care of healthcare professionals, it's imperative that you're diligent about communicating effectively with them and their medical professionals. It should be a goal of yours that the yoga practice complements the student's overall treatment plan, especially if you're working with private clients. I have…
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Robert Sturman - Capturing the Beauty of Yoga Through the Lens
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Send us a text Robert Sturman is a renowned photographer known for his exceptional ability to capture the essence of yoga and human expression through his lens. With a storied career that spans decades, Robert has traveled the world, photographing notable yoga instructors, diverse subjects in unique settings such as prisons and military bases, and …
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Inside Anatomy Bites with Dr. Libby Hinsley
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Peek behind the curtain of Anatomy Bites - the easiest and most enjoyable way for yoga teachers to learn anatomy. In this unusual episode, you’ll hear the audio portion of a live Q&A session led by Dr. Libby Hinsley, physical therapist and yoga teacher. Anatomy Bites is a 36-module program designed to give yoga teachers a solid foundation in anatom…
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Ep 34: Injuries associated w/ More Basic Anatomy Terms! Pt 2
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This is part 2 of Injuries Associated with More Basic Anatomy Terms that I introduced you to in episode 32, titled More Anatomy Terms You Should Know. In the last episode (number 33) we went over injuries and conditions in your bones, bony landmarks, retinaculum, arteries & veins and it started to get a little long. Therefore, I decided not to over…
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Bob Cirino ~ Breaking the Cycle: Understanding Karma and Reality Creation
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Send us a text Bob Cirino is the director of the Yoga Studies Institute, a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching classic literature and methods of yoga. With a rich background in meditation, permaculture, and scientific research on environmental sustainability, Bob combines his expertise to promote compassionate living and environmental stew…
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Ep 33: Injuries Associated w/ More Basic Anatomy Terms! Pt 1
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In this episode I'm going to jump back into the Additional Basic Anatomy Terms You Should Know from Episode 32 and walk you through the types of injuries that are specific to each of those terms. As a quick reminder, we'll cover bones, bony landmarks, retinaculum, arteries & veins, bursa, lymph nodes and nerves. I'm going to explain more of what ty…
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Jessica Hwang - Unveiling Yoga's Hidden Potential for Personal Growth
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Send us a text Jessica Hwang is a dedicated career transition coach with a background in corporate finance. She is the founder of Jessica Hwang Coaching, where she assists individuals in making the leap from secure corporate positions to independent, passion-driven careers. Jessica is also a yoga teacher and hosts her podcast "Permission to Flow," …
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Yoga Therapy and the Power of Community with Marsha Banks-Harold
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Marsha Banks-Harold is a yoga therapist who specializes in working with people impacted by trauma and/or living with special needs. In this inspiring conversation, she describes her journey from overworked engineer to yoga teacher and eventually a yoga therapist, studio owner, and founder of a non-profit. We dive into the differences between yoga t…
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Ep 32: More Anatomy Terms You Should Know!
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We've been diving into the world of anatomy lately and there's so much new information about the human body that we're learning every single day. But don't you worry about that, I got you! I've created so many different ways to help yoga teachers learn anatomy in bite size, easy to understand ways so that the feeling of overwhelmed does not consume…
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Dale Matzkow - Pilates & Yoga: Bridging the Gap Between
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Send us a text Dale Matzkow is a seasoned Pilates instructor based in Juno Beach, Florida. With a background spanning several decades, Dale has trained under various prestigious instructors and integrated both classical and contemporary methods into her practice. Dale began her journey with Pilates in the mid-80s and has since dedicated herself to …
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Quiet Healing: Restorative Yoga for Ethnic and Race-Based Trauma with Dr. Gail Parker
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Dr. Gail Parker joins me on the podcast this week! Gail is a psychologist, yoga educator, and author of two companion books that center restorative yoga as a potent healing modality for ethnic and race-based trauma. These books are incredible and have taught me so much, which is why I wanted to share them with you. Here are a few things I learned f…
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Janne Kontala ~ Exploring Bhagavad Gita's Impact on Modern Yoga Practices
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Send us a text In this enlightening episode, the Toddcast welcomes back Janne Kontala, an esteemed yoga scholar, to delve deeper into the profound teachings of the Bhagavad Gita. Building on their previous discussion on contemporary yoga, Janne and the host engage in a thought-provoking conversation that sheds light on the intricate layers of the B…
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The Seat of the Teacher with Shawna Emerick [On-Air Coaching Call]
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What does it mean to take the seat of the teacher? Shawna Emerick is an experienced yoga teacher who finds herself feeling like a beginner again as she takes on a new mindfulness meditation certification program. In this relatable discussion, we talk about the very real discomfort that comes with teaching yoga - and how the fact that it never fully…
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Yoga and the Art of Letting Go
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Jason joins me on this episode, where we delve into the practice of letting go. We talk about the many instances where the concept of letting go appears in yoga philosophy, why it's beneficial, and what is required before we endeavor to let go. We also share our personal journeys toward cultivating emotional maturity, surrender, and resilience in t…
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Joe Taft ~ Unpacking Mythology: The Hidden Layers of Yoga Stories
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Send us a text Joe Taft is a seasoned yoga instructor based in Asheville, North Carolina. With a professional background in kayaking, Joe transitioned into yoga to manage his back pain from the sport's physical strain. He initially trained under Mary Kay West and was deeply involved in Anusara Yoga, where he achieved full certification. Joe's pract…
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What It Takes to Make It as a Yoga Teacher, Part II
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On this solo podcast, Jason shares a roadmap for making a sustainable living as a yoga teacher. He breaks down the importance of yoga teacher training in your career development, the importance of learning to teach higher ticket offerings, and the best ways to develop and maintain a consistent student base. Highlights: Internal success and contentm…
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Ep 31: Injuries Associated w/ Basic Terms
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In this episode, let's jump back into those basic terms from Episode 29 and talk through the types of injuries that are specific to each of those terms. To jog your memory, we'll cover muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia & connective tissue, a brief recap of proprioception (because there's an entire episode dedicated to it), and finally interocepti…
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Josh Biro ~ Secrets of Success: Balancing Yoga Practice and Business Mastery
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Send us a text In this enlightening episode of the Native Yoga Toddcast, host Todd McLaughlin is joined by Josh Biro, the dynamic founder of Yogapreneur Collective. Josh dives deep into the integration of yoga practices with entrepreneurial ventures, providing invaluable insights for yoga studio owners and business enthusiasts. With a background em…
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Yoga Alliance Standards with Kathy Humphrys
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Yoga Alliance standards have changed again! In this episode, Kathy Humphrys describes the evolution and impact of Yoga Alliance standards, particularly the recent changes in training requirements. She also provides practical advice for yoga teachers aiming to become registered trainers with Yoga Alliance and shares strategies for successfully creat…
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Ep 30: Is Your Proprioception Affected When You Have an Injury?
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The short answer is yes! Now let's talk about how. Proprioception often referred to as your body's sixth sense. It's your innate ability to perceive the position, movement, and action of your body parts in space, without having to look at them. This complex sensory feedback system involves receptors located in the muscles, tendons, and joints that …
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Michael Johnson ~ Discovering the Timeless "Now" in Yoga Practice
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Send us a text Michael Johnson is a prominent yoga and philosophy instructor based in Asheville, North Carolina. He is the founder of Clear Light Yoga and a respected teacher at both the Asheville Yoga Center and the Ayurvedic Institute. With over 20 years of experience, Michael specializes in yoga philosophy, Sanskrit, and meditation. Through his …
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What It Takes to Make It as a Yoga Teacher with Jason Crandell
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Jason joins me on this episode to talk about the challenges of making a living as a yoga teacher and how he has managed those challenges over the past 30 years. There have been many twists and turns and even some failures. We give you a peek behind the curtain of his career, honing in on 6 pivotal moments and what Jason learned from them. Related t…
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Ep 29: Anatomy & Terms You Should Know
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Anatomy can feel overwhelming at times. I mean, it might seem like there's so much information to learn. Honestly, there is so much new information about the human body that we're learning every single day. But I love teaching anatomy and have taught anatomy in numerous yoga teacher trainings. In this episode we'll cover the following terms: Anatom…
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Gota Cebrero ~ The Art of Tapas: Building Discipline in Yoga and Life
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Send us a text Todd McLaughlin talks with Gota Cebrero about his transition from Argentina to becoming a yoga teacher and Zen practitioner in Asheville. Gota discusses combining his global experiences in his teachings, the concept of tapas, and finding equilibrium between upholding traditions and ensuring accessibility. He also touches on staying g…
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Tips for Teaching Anatomy (For Yoga Teachers and Trainers) with Dr. Libby Hinsley
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If you’re an anatomy nerd eager to share your enthusiasm for the human body with your students, you’ll love the insider tips and best practices we share in this conversation. Listen in to hear about the balance between clarity and accuracy, the importance of knowing your audience, and the potential pros and cons of incorporating anatomical concepts…
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Everything You Need to Know About Planning a Yoga Retreat with Giana Gambino & Bradshaw Wish
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Giana Gambino and Bradshaw Wish of CAYA Yoga School join me this week to talk all things yoga retreats! These two have come together to create a dream-team when it comes to retreats -- they offer several domestic and international retreats per year (look for their 2025 retreat in Italy) and they've honed their process. They generously share all of …
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Ep 28: Let's Talk Anatomy!
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I believe with my whole heart that it's not enough to only create sequences and themes for classes. You should know & have a basic understanding of how the poses and transitions are affecting the students' bodies. And I think you're doing a disservice to your students if you don't study anatomy. If an injured student shows up to class and you have …
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Yoga Teacher's Companion #41: How to Improve Camel Pose--And, Update Your Teaching Cues: Yoga Teacher's Companion #41
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Learn how to improve your Camel Pose (Ustrasana) and help your students go deeper. This episode breaks down how to make the lower back, knees, and neck more comfortable in this posture. It also outlines the best cues to help everyone feel stronger, more flexible, and more comfortable in this backbend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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Jessica Vellela ~ How Ayurveda Can Transform Your Health
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Send us a text Renowned Ayurveda expert Jessica Vellela joins Todd to explore the transformative power of Ayurveda in modern lifestyles. Jessica shares deep insights into preventive medicine, personalized treatments, and the profound impact of Panchakarma. She recounts her rigorous training and practice in India and the challenges of bringing Ayurv…
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