The Truth About Polyvagal Theory w/ Dr. Laura Baehr
Yoga Meets Movement Science
English - April 19, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 60 MB - ★★★★ - 92 ratingsFitness Health & Fitness Alternative Health yoga yoga teacher yoga teacher training yoga biomechanics yoga anatomy yoga tutorial yoga tips yoga instructor yoga student yoga workshop Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Yoga teacher Jenni Rawlings and Exercise Science professor Travis Pollen discuss the nervous system and take a science-based look at the popular polyvagal theory with Dr. Laura Baehr, PT, DPT, and PhD candidate in Rehabilitation Sciences.
Points of discussion include:
A brief primer on nervous system structure and functionThe relationship between the “fight or flight” and “rest and digest” nervous system responsesThe definition of “resilience” and how a movement practice can enhance this qualityA brief summary of polyvagal theory, which was introduced by Stephen Porges in 1994The widespread prevalence of polyvagal theory and its concepts today in yoga, yoga therapy, mental health fields, somatics-based practices, and moreDoes increased vagal tone correlate with increased emotional resilience and vice versa, as put forth by polyvagal theory?Is heart rate variability an accurate measurement of vagal tone or vagus nerve activation?Can we realistically stimulate the vagus nerve in isolation in yoga and movement settings?The connection between polyvagal theory and beliefs that emotions and trauma can be stored in the tissues of the body…And much more!Enjoy this engaging and eye-opening discussion for yoga, movement, and fitness geeks!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Jenni’s email newsletter
Strength for Yoga Remote Group Training – ongoing, interactive monthly strength program for yogis designed by Jenni & Travis
Online yoga class library & yoga anatomy workshops with Jenni (Dr. Laura Baehr is a special guest teacher in Jenni's library too!)
Strength for Yoga email newsletter
Research article: Direct measurement of vagal tone in rats does not show correlation to HRV
Dr. Laura Baehr’s Instagram page
To find out more about Travis Pollen: website / Instagram
Music used with generous permission from Dischord A Cappella.
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