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As the world becomes increasingly virtual, more and more people are practicing yoga at home on their computers. And while web-based practices certainly have their benefits, if you’re a teacher, you might find that transitioning online presents
Want to learn how you can make your online yoga practice more enjoyable? Listen to this episode of Explore Your Practice for a few tips and tricks you can use the next time you’re at home on your mat. This episode was adapted from Colin Hall’s
What are the eight limbs of yoga, and how do they apply to our daily lives? We explore this and more in today’s episode, which was adapted from Jivana Heyman’s article The Role of the Eight Limbs in Contemporary Yoga Practice. You can read it i
Teaching yoga to children may seem daunting at times, but with a little preparation, any teacher can make their kids yoga classes fun and engaging. In today’s episode of Explore Your Practice, we share some guiding principles you can use to cus
Though yoga teachers are not mental health professionals and should not attempt to treat or heal a student’s trauma, it’s important for every yoga teacher to have a basic understanding of how to work with students who have experienced trauma. E
Developing a home yoga practice may seem a bit scary, but it doesn’t have to be! In this episode, we’ll explore a simple approach to sequencing that you can get started with today. This episode was adapted from the article 3 Simple Approaches t
Getting ready for your next vinyasa class? In this episode, adapted from Yoga International editor in chief Kat Heagberg’s article Seven Tips for Practicing Vinyasa with Safety and Ease, we’ll share tips that can help you get the most out of yo
Yoga teachers talk a lot about the nervous system in their classes, yet this aspect of ourselves can still seem overly confusing and complex. In this episode of Explore Your Practice, adapted from Leah Sugerman’s article How Yoga Affects Our Ne
Foam rolling can be a great way to work out tension in the body, and a common area of tension is the sturdy and unyielding IT band. But whether or not we should be rolling the IT band is up for debate. We weigh the pros and cons in this episode
Foam rolling can be a great way to work out tension in the body, and a common area of tension is the sturdy and unyielding IT band. But whether or not we should be rolling the IT band is up for debate. We weigh the pros an
The ideal version of a yoga pose is whatever version serves you best in any given moment. In this episode, adapted from the article “7 Common Misconceptions About Down Dog” by yoga international editor Kat Heagberg, which you can read in full o
Ever get confused when you are asked to do something “energetically” in yoga class? Learn what your teachers are trying to convey and how to better communicate and understand different styles of instruction. This episode was adapted from the ar
Self-compassion can be difficult to find. But just like the muscles in your body, compassion is something you can build with training—and yoga can be an excellent tool to help you do this. This episode was adapted from the article How to Use Yo
Self-compassion can be difficult to find. But just like the muscles in your body, compassion is something you can build with training—and yoga can be an excellent tool to help you do this. This episode was adapted from the
Discover what the terms “Inner Body" or "Outer Body" really mean. This requires us to step away from the literal and look at what yoga has to say about what lies within our physical form. This episode was adapted from the article "Inner Body"/
Learn about how natural asymmetry is in our bodies and our practice. This episode was adapted from the article The Myth of Symmetry in Yoga by Jenni Rawlings, which you can read in full on yogainternational.com.Learn more about your ad choice
Learn more about yoga’s 4 components of the mind—manas, buddhi, chitta, and ahamkara—and the influence meditation can have on them. This episode was adapted from the article Anatomy of the Mind by Rolf Sovik, which you can read in full on yogai
Explore alternate nostril breathing with Jessica Stickler’s foundational pranayama class.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Reflect on your approach to movement as we explore yoga anatomy insights. We invite you to question your own biases about the way you understand how and why you move on the mat. This episode was adapted from the article Yoga Anatomy: Top 5 Move
Learn about what Ayurveda has to say about why and how we cry! Our tears have more meaning than you may know. This episode was adapted from the article Ayurvedic Abbie: What Your Tears Say About Your Dosha by Kathryn Templeton, which you can re
Dropbacks into wheel pose from standing are tricky transitions. But they’re not impossible. In this episode, we explore some of the common challenges as well as some tips to help you navigate them. These tips were adapted from Yoga Internationa
Have you felt your passion for yoga fading? Need some inspiration to get motivated and rekindle the joy? If you’re feeling like you need a break from yoga, check out these five tips—and get back to enjoying your practice. This episode was adapt
Yin and restorative yoga may seem similar but they’re actually quite different. In this episode, you’ll learn how they differ as well as what each can offer you. This episode was adapted from the article 3 Common Misconceptions About Restorativ
Stress can affect anyone’s health. What are some simple ayurvedic practices you can add to your morning to help tackle the day ahead… and any surprises that come with it? This episode was adapted from the article by 3 Simple and Quick Practices
You can learn a lot from yoga teacher training. Whether that’s how to sequence a class, the dynamics of teacher-student relationships, or how “it depends” might be the best answer.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch
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