Yoga Medicine

98 The Pros & Cons of Using Anatomy in Yoga

97 New Perspective on Athletic Performance in the Menstrual Cycle: Research Roundup

96 Creating Change: Community Conversations with Alison Heilig

95 Smarter Not Harder: Creative Sequencing

This podcast episode discusses the importance of developing a focal point and purpose-driven content when creating yoga sequences. It explores the challenge of providing individualized and therapeutic experiences in group classes, the need for teachers to choose their battles when teaching complex poses, the concept of...

94 The Magic of Mythology: Community Conversations with Steph Wall

93 Calm Under Pressure: Research Roundup

This podcast episode explores the concept of choking under pressure and the effects it has on various aspects of life, such as athletics, teaching, presentations, and personal endeavors. The hosts discuss the three major models of choking under pressure: excessive arousal, distraction, and self-focus, and emphasize the...

92 Right Brain Skills for Yoga Teachers: Community Conversations with Sandy Raper

91 Balance Myths Busted: Community Conversations with Sava Papos

90 Leadership in Yoga

89 "Core" Myths and Misconceptions: Community Conversations with Jenni Tarma

This podcast episode explores the myths and misconceptions surrounding the core. The speakers discuss the lack of a clear definition for the core and how social and general media perpetuate the belief that the core is solely about having visible abs. They emphasize that core strength and stability are more complex than...

88 Social Media Marketing Made Easy: Community Conversations with Dana Diament

87 The Science of Breathing Less: Research Roundup

86 Back to School Yoga Tips for Kids: Expert Insights with Alice Blunden

85 Research Roundup: A Stroll Through the Breathwork Landscape

84 Yoga Philosophy, Focus & Performance with Dr. Daya Grant

83 Research Roundup: Updates on Polyvagal Theory

This podcast episode explores the concept of polyvagal theory and its connection to our autonomic nervous system, social behavior, and emotional regulation. The theory, proposed by Dr. Steven Porges, offers a more nuanced understanding of the autonomic nervous system beyond the simplistic fight or flight and rest and d...

82 Building a Healthy Relationship with Social Media

81 Post-Traumatic Growth for Veterans & First Responders with Dr. Nicole McKenna

80 Common Challenges of Yin Yoga: Community Conversations with Shannon Stephens

79 The Neuroscience of Resilience: Expert Insights with Valerie Knopik PhD

This podcast episode delves into the concept of resilience and explores strategies to enhance mental health. It begins by discussing the effective neuroscience model proposed by Golnaz Tabibnia, which breaks down the underlying pathways of resilience and offers insights on coping with stressors. The role of the amygdal...