Yoga Teacher Resource Podcast
297 episodes - English - Latest episode: 29 days ago - ★★★★★ - 229 ratingsInformation, 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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How to Run a Registered Yoga Series with Nyk Danu
March 28, 2024 09:00 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBSeries classes deepen your relationship with your students, helps them commit to their practice, and provides financial stability for you as the teacher. Nyk Danu, a certified yoga therapist and business mentor, shares her insights on creating a sustainable yoga teaching business through a registered series. Listen in to hear practical advice on setting up your series, handling logistics like space rental and insurance, and filling your series classes. Nyk also touches on considerations for ...
Teaching Mixed Abilities in Yoga Classes with Dr. Libby Hinsley
March 14, 2024 09:00 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBYoga is for everyone, but when people of varied physical abilities show up in the same class it can be difficult to meet all their needs at the same time. In this episode, Mado and Libby offer a framework for understanding why your students might struggle with a particular asana and how to offer variations that provide a similar experience to people with different physical abilities. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:00 Why teaching mixed ability yoga classes is harder than it needs to be 02:49 H...
Bridging the Gap between Retreats and Online Classes with Laura Mendez Asbach [On-Air Coaching Call]
February 29, 2024 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBLaura reached out for help to increase enrollment in her online classes. Despite her success in drawing people to her global retreats, she struggles to fill her online series and workshops. In this conversation, we discuss strategies to improve sign-ups for online offerings. Some of the ideas we consider include positioning online classes as 'extensions' of the retreat experiences, frequency and timing of communication, incentives for retreat participants, and the importance of urgency in on...
Cueing, Demonstration, and Finding your Voice as a Teacher with Johanna [On Air Coaching Call]
February 15, 2024 10:00 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBJohanna is a new yoga teacher who struggles to lead her yoga class without physically practicing along with her students. Mado helps her unpack why she wants to develop this skill and provides simple strategies to build her ability to cue without practicing along with the class. Along the way, they explore internal vs external motivation and learning to trust your inner voice. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: 02:17 Johanna's journey to becoming a yoga teacher 06:25 Why Johanna struggles to teach wi...
The Art and Science of Teaching Yoga Online - Part 2 with Lily Dwyer Begg
February 01, 2024 10:00 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MBTransitioning from in-person classes to online can shake up every aspect of your teaching. When Lily Dwyer Begg dove headfirst into this process, she found greater clarity in her voice and a blossoming creative potential in her teaching. In this episode, Lily shares advice for the art of teaching yoga online including demonstration, verbal cues, class planning, and how to substitute direct touch. She also reveals some of the challenges and opportunities that arose when she stopped teaching a...
The Art and Science of Teaching Yoga Online - Part 1 with Lily Dwyer Begg
January 18, 2024 10:00 - 49 minutes - 44.9 MBLearn the nuts and bolts of setting up an online yoga studio. Despite describing herself as a 'Luddite', Lily started teaching online when in-person classes shut down during COVID. She found that online teaching allowed her to teach fewer classes, increase her income, and boost her creativity. In this episode, she shares practical advice on optimizing audio and visual quality, choosing clothing for online classes, and using editing tools to refine recorded classes. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: 0...
Is Yoga Bad for Bendy People? with Dr. Libby Hinsley
January 11, 2024 10:00 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MBEver been told that hypermobile people shouldn’t practice yoga? Yoga is not bad for bendy people, but there are different considerations for people with hypermobile joints. Dr. Libby Hinsley, author of Yoga for Bendy People joins us to debunk some myths and talk about the ways that yoga is amazing for bendy people. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Hypermobility basics - what does it actually mean to be bendy? Unique needs for bendy people in Asana practice Alternatives to passive stretching that ...
How & Why to Eliminate Fear Based Language in Yoga Class with Dr. Libby Hinsley
January 04, 2024 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBHave you heard of “nocebic” language? Learn the way our brains react to expectations, why it’s important to notice fear based language and how to transform your words to empower your students. Episode Highlights: How to help your students feel confident and inspired to be in charge of their bodies The importance of looking for what’s right instead of what’s wrong Scope of practice and boundaries in the yoga class setting Psychological and physiological power of messaging in yoga Wh...
Yoga & Self-Massage with Dr. Libby Hinsley
December 28, 2023 10:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBLearn how to incorporate self-massage into your own yoga practice and your yoga classes to build awareness, familiarize yourself with sensation and guide your nervous system toward relaxation. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: What you need to know before bringing self-massage into your classes Sequencing and how to teach a class or workshop with therapy balls Risks, cautions and contraindications associated with self-massage The difference between intensity and pain Self-massage as a tool to l...
Q&A with Dr. Libby Hinsley
December 21, 2023 10:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBMado and Dr. Libby Hinsley, physical therapist and yoga therapist, address questions for yoga teachers who are curious about anatomy and biomechanics and how they apply to specific poses. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: The best approach for learning anatomy How to craft a class that is helpful for the variety of bodies that might show up The benefits and purposes of dynamic vs static poses Different perspectives on symmetry in sequencing. Should we always keep the shoulder blades squeezing in...
Partnerships & Collaborations with Mado Hesselink and Dr. Libby Hinsely
December 14, 2023 10:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBCollaborating with other yoga teachers can be inspiring and fun - but it can also be a big disaster. Get a behind-the-scenes look at what makes a collaboration successful, when you should partner with someone on a project, and how to choose the right person to collaborate with. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: A discussion of imposter syndrome, comparison, and motivations behind partnerships When and why choosing to collaborate on a project is a good idea Finding the right person to collaborate ...
Hypermobility & Yoga with Dr. Libby Hinsley
December 07, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutes - 94.1 MBDr. Libby Hinsley returns to the podcast to talk about joint hypermobility, how yoga affects bendy people differently from people with a more average range of motion, and how to best support those with hypermobile bodies in your yoga classes. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Hallmarks of hypermobility Patterns in injured yogis and yoga teachers Things to pay attention to if you have a larger than normal range of motion at your joints How yoga can be useful to hypermobile people What interocept...
The Psoas Major in Yoga and Life with Dr. Libby Hinsley
November 30, 2023 10:00 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MBLearn the significance of the psoas muscle and how yoga teachers can most effectively work with it in their classes. EPISODE LINKS & RESOURCES: 5 Things You Should Know About The Psoas Major - Free Download Libby Hinsley Anatomy Bites Follow Libby on Instagram @libbyhinsleypt LINKS AND RESOURCES: Follow YTR on Instagram @yoga.teacher.resource Join the Yoga Teacher Resource email list Join the Yoga Teacher Resource Facebook Group Learn more about the Impact Club Leave a revi...
Anatomy Myths with Dr. Libby Hinsley
November 23, 2023 10:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBInvestigate some of the common myths and misconceptions people have about anatomy and yoga. Episode Highlights: The myth of alignment and what is actually normal or average Benefits and limitations of alignment-based yoga Why doing a posture correctly according to formulas is not safe for everyone The myth of safety and the fragility of the human body How we can expect our practice to shift over the course of our lives Examining specific physical cues such as “bringing the shoul...
Standing Room Only with Sheri Fisher [Book Club Series]
November 16, 2023 10:00 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBHow do you bridge the gap between being qualified to teach yoga and teaching with confidence? Yoga teacher trainings are a deep dive into the practice and pedagogy of yoga, yet many graduates are thrown for a loop once they actually start teaching. In this episode, Sheri Fisher shares the five qualities that yoga teachers need to cultivate on their way to embodying leadership in the yoga classroom. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Differences between group fitness training and yoga teacher training ...
Yoga Inversions with Kat Rebar [Book Club Series]
November 09, 2023 10:00 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBInversions inspire strong feelings. We love them, hate them, or we love/hate them - but how well do we understand them? While inversions are usually thought to be the domain of physically adept yoga practitioners, Kat Heagberg Rebar, author of Yoga Inversions, believes they can benefit anyone who wants a shift in perspective. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Defining inversions: Kat’s take on this ‘controversial’ question How Kat went from ‘too young yoga teacher’ to Editor-in-Chief of Yoga Interna...
Your Yoga Business with Ava Taylor [Book Club Series]
November 02, 2023 09:00 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBYoga and business make strange bedfellows. Leaning into that paradox is exactly what’s needed to thrive as a yoga teacher and business owner. Join me for a conversation with Ava Taylor, founder of YAMA Talent and author of Your Yoga Business, on what it takes to build an ethical and sustainable yoga business. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Why it’s important to keep things simple when building a yoga business How to build a yoga business that can withstand the test of time. Challenges and opport...
The Yoga of Parenting with Sarah Ezrin [Book Club Series]
October 26, 2023 09:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBBecoming a parent is a rite of passage that will change your yoga practice forever. Sarah Ezrin was a dedicated yoga practitioner and long time teacher before having children blew her heart open, humbled her to the core, and turned her expectations about yoga practice upside down. This transition inspired her to write the book she wished she could read as a new parent: compassionate, irreverent, and steeped in the wisdom of yoga. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: How becoming a parent can make your y...
Body By Breath with Jill Miller [Book Club Series]
October 19, 2023 09:00 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBBreathing touches every system of the body, either directly or indirectly. It can be manipulated and shaped to adjust state, to change our perception of pain, to improve and enhance movement, and also to hasten deep restorative relaxation or amplify and excite. In this episode, Jill Miller describes the art and science of using breath as a tool for physical and emotional resilience. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Chemical and biomechanical aspects of breathing Overbreathing, underbreathing, and b...
The Luminous Self by Tracee Stanley [Book Club Series]
October 12, 2023 09:00 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBRituals are actions repeated with intention. According to Tracee Stanley, author of Radiant Rest and The Luminous Self, rituals are also powerful tools for knowing yourself more deeply. Join me for a candid conversation where Tracee shares personal experiences, observations, and ideas that led her to share deeply personal stories and sacred practices with the world inside her recently released book The Luminous Self. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: How Covid influenced The Luminous Self to become m...
Tantra Yoga with Todd Norian [Book Club Series]
October 05, 2023 09:00 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBEverything in life is for your awakening. This core teaching of tantra yoga is what guides Todd Norian on his quest for whole-hearted self-acceptance. Todd is a musician, founder of Ashaya Yoga, a Kripalu Legacy faculty member, and the author of Tantra Yoga: Journey to Unbreakable Wholeness. In this week’s podcast, Todd shares stories and lessons from forty years as a yoga practitioner, teacher, and spiritual seeker. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Todd’s definition of spirituality and how it plays...
Trauma Sensitive Yoga with Lara Land [Book Club Series]
September 28, 2023 09:00 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBThere are trauma survivors in almost every yoga room - but you can’t necessarily tell who they are from the outside. In this first episode of a series on recently published yoga books, Lara Land, author of The Essential Guide to Trauma Sensitive Yoga, explains how yoga can support trauma survivors and describes how yoga teachers can help or hinder the process. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: An expanded definition of trauma Why yoga is so helpful for trauma survivors How yoga spaces can be harmfu...
Does alignment make your classes safer? with Dr. Libby Hinsley
September 14, 2023 09:00 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBYoga teachers often feel responsible to protect their students from injury during their classes. This is a big reason why many focus on guiding proper alignment during practice. But how much does alignment really protect students from injury? And are misunderstandings about safety, pain, and discomfort actually causing more harm to our students than good? In this must-listen episode, my guest Dr. Libby Hinsley sheds light on the relationship between alignment and safety. EPISODE HIGHLIG...
Karma Yoga: Should You Teach Yoga for Free?
August 31, 2023 12:08 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBYoga teachers are often asked to teach for free in the name of Karma Yoga. However, when this term is divorced from the context of yoga philosophy, it can be exploited and misused. In this episode, Mado explores the practice of Karma Yoga and some of the less obvious implications behind the decision of whether or not to teach for free. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: How the term Karma Yoga is commonly misused and a more accurate explanation of what it means. How Karma Yoga fits into the framewor...
How to Promote Body Autonomy In Your Classes with Dr. Libby Hinsley
August 17, 2023 09:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBWant to promote body autonomy in your classes but aren’t sure what that looks like? Featuring Dr. Libby Hinsley, this episode covers ways that yoga teachers may be unintentionally hindering body autonomy for their students and strategies for making your classes a self-empowering space for your students. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Why body autonomy is essential for yoga practice - and a revolutionary act that will help change the world for the better. How yoga teachers might accidentally inte...
Bypassing Social Media with Kathy [On Air Coaching Call]
August 03, 2023 09:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBSocial media can be a great tool but it can also be a detriment to mental health. In this on-air coaching call, Kathy, a kid’s yoga teacher trainer shares her strategy for bypassing social media to reach her customers more directly. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: How to balance the benefits and the drawbacks of technology Old-school marketing strategies How & why to survey your students Offering more to existing students vs finding new students Why it’s important to think through the customer ...
Bridge the Gap from Social Media to Email with Christy [On-Air Coaching Call]
July 20, 2023 09:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBLearn to bridge the gap between your social media following and your email subscribers with Mado in this on-air coaching call. Christy is a yoga teacher who teaches inclusive yoga for bigger bodies. She’s found an audience for her message on Instagram but isn’t sure how to translate that following into email subscribers and course sales. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Why Christy hated yoga the first time she tried it … and what convinced her to give it another shot. How to transition social medi...
Where to Invest (when you’re just starting out)
July 06, 2023 09:00 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBWhat do you (actually) need to invest in when you start a yoga business? Business owners are the target of a seemingly endless number of services trying to convince you that their product is essential for your success. In this episode, Mado helps you figure out what’s essential and what can wait. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Mistakes to avoid when investing in the early stages of your business The hidden downsides to free services What is entity formation and when should you do it? Why it’s ...
Peer Support for Yoga Teachers with Sheri, John, and Allison
June 22, 2023 09:00 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBLearn how to bring more peer support into your life. Sheri, John, and Allison are a group of yoga teachers that found each other online and have been supporting each other since the height of the pandemic. Mado also shares how she taps into peer support and what to look for when starting your own collaborations. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Why peer to peer support is so important, yet often overlooked Different ways to tap into peer support How to start and run a peer support group Best prac...
How to Thrive as a Retreat Leader with Lily Dwyer Begg
June 08, 2023 12:18 - 49 minutes - 45 MBWish you knew how to lead yoga retreats that are stress free and well paid? In this episode, Mado & Lily draw from their upcoming online course Retreat Roadmap to share 3 key insights that will make the difference between your retreat feeling like an invigorating hike instead of a wild roller coaster ride. Whether you’re a seasoned retreat leader or a retreat leader wannabe, these tips will bolster your ability to create a profitable retreat business that thrives over the long term. EPI...
If I could start over... (5th Anniversary Episode!)
May 25, 2023 09:00 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MBFor the 5th Anniversary of this podcast, Mado shares what she would do differently if she had a do-over at several pivotal points in her teaching career. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Four simple habits to build as a new yoga teacher Some of the differences in being a new yoga teacher in 2005 vs today One thing I regret putting off for five years How to specialize when you have no idea about a niche How to make friends with social media What to focus on first if you’re looking to scale your ...
Is Alignment Important for Asana?
May 11, 2023 09:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBLet’s talk about alignment. Some teachers center their entire teaching technique around alignment, while others argue that it does more harm than good and that students should be encouraged to explore asanas in a more open-ended way. In this episode, Mado shares how her own relationship to the concept of alignment has evolved over the past 20 years and her thoughts about how alignment can be both useful and potentially harmful. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Mado’s personal experience with alignme...
Yoga Nidra Lullaby with Rina Deshpande
April 27, 2023 09:00 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBYoga Nidra is an aspect of yoga that is accessible to a wide variety of people - including children. Rina Deshpande, author of Yoga Nidra Lullaby shares the practice of yoga nidra from a cultural, practical and neuroscientific perspective. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Rina’s experience with yoga as a child What is yoga nidra How devices impact our nervous system Neuroscience and different forms of rest A pocket version of yoga nidra A reading from Yoga Nidra Lullaby EPISODE LINKS & RES...
Should I Teach Online? with Anna Lescourret [On Air Coaching Call]
April 13, 2023 09:00 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBIs teaching online the right choice for you now that the pandemic is over? In this week’s on-air coaching call, Anna questions about teaching online. She lives in a small community and worries that she has already maxed out her student base. Is teaching online the answer or are there still untapped opportunities in person? EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: The pros and cons of teaching online When is teaching online a good option The big picture of how to make a yoga business sustainable Why is it...
Listen to this Before you Quit Teaching
March 30, 2023 12:59 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBBeing a yoga teacher is harder than it looks from the outside! All yoga teachers go through periods of time when they question their choices and consider quitting. If you can relate, listen to this episode to expand your perspective and feel confident in your decision. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Why quitting should always be on the table How to measure success as a yoga teacher The most common cause of yoga teacher burnout How capitalism influences our experience as yoga teachers When tak...
Yoga Philosophy, Ancient Texts, and the Meaning of Practice with Chase Bossart
March 16, 2023 09:00 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBHow relevant are yoga’s ancient texts for the modern yoga practitioner? Chase Bossart shares insights on yoga philosophy, ancient texts, and the meaning of practice from his years as a private student of Mr. TKV Desikachar. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: The role of philosophy and yoga’s ancient texts for a modern practitioner How the traditional meaning and purpose of yoga practice differ from how it’s usually practiced today The paths of yoga and how they differ from yoga styles as we think o...
Yoga Retreat Fundamentals with Lily Dwyer Begg
March 02, 2023 10:00 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBIs offering a yoga retreat in your future? Lily Dwyer Begg shares tips and practical strategies to help you avoid rookie mistakes and run your very first retreat like a pro. Episode Highlights: Benefits of leading and attending retreats How to choose a location and retreat center How to plan for safety and avoid major mishaps Logistics for leading retreats when you have a family Tips for creating a sacred transformational container How to plan your curriculum and activities T...
Is Coaching Worth it For a New Yoga Teacher?
February 16, 2023 10:00 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBHow do you know if you’re ready for a coach? With coaches for yoga teachers popping up all over the place, you might wonder whether or not coaching is worthwhile for a new teacher. Let’s dig beneath the marketing hype to understand what a coach actually does and how to decide whether or not you want one. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: What a coach can (and cannot) do How transformation happens How to decide whether or not you are ready for a coach Coaching vs education How to get the most from...
Self Trust and Growth with Elyce [On Air Coaching Call]
February 02, 2023 10:00 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBEven experienced yoga teachers struggle with self-doubt! In this on-air coaching call, long-time yoga teacher Elyce asks for permission to focus on growth in her business. This vulnerable and relatable conversation touches on raising prices, changing goals, taking risks, and trusting that growth is inevitable. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: How to interrupt stagnation Strategies for raising prices (when you haven’t done so recently) How much vulnerability to show your students Being a mean bos...
When & How to Hire a Web Designer with Angela Sealy - Part 4 [website series]
January 19, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBReady to hire a web designer? Or on the fence about whether or not you are ready? In this final installment of the website miniseries, Angela and I unpack the ins and outs of hiring someone to create your website. Episode Highlights: Is investing in a website right for you? Budget: what to expect in early 2023 How to vet a designer Time investment for DIY vs using a developer The importance of branding and how it relates to your website How long does it take to have a website buil...
How to Choose a Website Platform with Angela Sealy - Part 3 [website series]
January 12, 2023 10:00 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBDon’t speak tech? Every website you see is made up of multiple components and you need a basic understanding of them in order to make good decisions for your business. If tech speak sounds like Greek to you, this episode will help you understand what’s going on behind the scenes of your website. We’ll also go over the pros and cons of some of the most popular website platforms. Episode Highlights: The difference between domains, hosting, and platforms The importance of choosing the rig...
How to Boost Website Traffic & Sales with Angela Sealy - Part 2 [website series]
January 05, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBNow that you’ve created a website that looks good, the next question is how do you get people to visit? Angela and Mado explore different ways to approach getting traffic to your website and then converting that traffic to sales. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: What is a conversion and why is it important for your website? The first thing you need to do when creating a sales strategy for your website How to spend your time, energy, and money wisely when it comes to website traffic Strategies for...
No More Website Shame with Angela Sealy - Part 1 [website series]
December 29, 2022 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBDo you feel website shame? Have you created a frankensite? Join Angela and Mado as they take a deep dive into some tips and tricks to make a website you can share with pride. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: What is website shame and how to avoid it Why making a template look good is harder than it seems How to manage expectations of your website The most important components of your website Simple Do’s and Don’ts to make a better website The last thing to do before you launch your website ...
Writing a Yoga Book with Kate Lynch
October 27, 2022 09:00 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBHave you ever wanted to write a book? Three years ago, Kate Lynch dropped a bombshell in an on-air coaching call: a publisher had invited her to write a book. In this episode we check back in with Kate about how things have progressed since her last episode. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: The steps Kate took to go from the “idea” stage to a finished product Types of accountability that helped Kate complete such a long term project The biggest factor that led to a massively successful yoga retrea...
Is My Niche Too Narrow with Kate Lynch
October 20, 2022 09:00 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBHave you ever wondered if you have created a niche that might be too narrow? Kate Lynch is a long time yoga practitioner, yoga teacher, and mother of a special needs child. While she has a lot of clarity about exactly who she wants to work with, she also has concerns that her niche is too specific and that it could make things difficult in terms of growing her yoga business. Listen to this on-air coaching call to find out what advice Mado offers about Kate’s niche and how to get over the fea...
How to Live Your Yoga
October 13, 2022 09:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBWhat does it mean to live your yoga? In this episode, I share my journey from being primarily focused on asana to my current integrated approach to practice. Episode Highlights: How and why I first started practicing yoga How teaching yoga contributed to my changing relationship with my personal practice What happened when the lineage I was studying exploded in scandal 3 ways of knowing from yoga philosophy & how that relates to your practice Two complementary approaches to livi...
How & Why to Teach a Yoga Series with Ashley Zuberi
October 06, 2022 09:00 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MBHave you ever wished you could charge more for your time, take vacations, and focus your classes on the aspects of yoga you are most passionate about? Ashley Zuberi shares how she took control of her schedule and her income using a series class format. Episode Highlights: How the pandemic changed the way Ashely teaches and why she’s sticking with her new format. Why taking vacations is important for long term sustainability. The difference between being an “educator” and an “instru...
BIPOC Representation, Christianity, and Embracing Cultural Differences with Dawn Rivers
September 29, 2022 09:00 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MBWant to make your yoga classes and studios more inclusive? We often talk about how to adapt for students with physical limitations or injuries, but what about people with different cultural backgrounds and beliefs? Dawn Rivers is the first BIPOC woman to own a yoga studio in Ohio, and she’s also a Christian. In today’s episode, she shares experiences from her personal yoga journey as well as insights around embracing cultural differences as a yoga professional. Episode Highlights: Wh...
Are Cues Gender Specific?
September 22, 2022 09:00 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBDoes gender matter when it comes to cueing? A podcast listener called in to ask if she should cue men differently around the hips and hamstrings. In addition to answering the specific question, Mado’s answer touches on how yoga teachers can best navigate the rapidly changing landscape of sex and gender. Episode Highlights: Different definitions of the word man - and how they might impact a yoga practice. The value of recognizing & questioning assumptions Population trends vs indiv...
Hip Labral Tears & Yoga Practice with Dr. Libby Hinsley [common conditions mini-series]
September 15, 2022 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBWhat are some ways to help a student with a hip labral tear? In this episode, Dr. Libby Hinsley explains how a labral tear can affect yoga asana practice and how to support students who have them while staying in your scope of practice. Episode Highlights: What are labral tears and what are the symptoms? How labral tears are diagnosed - and why a true diagnosis can be problematic Treatment options for hip labral tears Connections between asana practice, hypermobility syndromes, and h...