In this transformative episode of The Mindful Journey, host Sana speaks with Rachel Lundberg—Yoga teacher, chronic illness survivor, and founder of the InBodyWise Yoga method. Rachel shares her personal evolution from a high-demand religion and chronic health struggles to creating a revolutionary Yoga certification: the Alignment-Based Yoga Specialist (ABYS) program. Together, they explore what Yoga really is beyond the Instagram poses and candlelit classes—how it can be a path of returning home to your body, mind, and spirit. If you’ve ever felt that Yoga wasn’t made for your body or that it’s too late to begin, this conversation is for you.
About the Guest:
Rachel Lundberg is a pioneering Yoga educator, founder of the InBodyWise Yoga method, and the creator of the ABYS certification for Yoga teachers working with healthcare referrals. Based in Portland, Oregon, Rachel blends the wisdom of Iyengar Yoga and physical therapy with her lived experience of chronic illness and personal transformation. She trains Yoga teachers to meet students where they are—age, injury, or overwhelm included.
Key Takeaways:
True Yoga is a philosophy of alignment—not just physical poses, but a return to one’s inner self.
Rachel’s InBodyWise approach focuses on the union of brain, heart, and body for deep embodiment.
Her ABYS certification bridges the gap between healthcare and Yoga with safety, nuance, and individualized teaching.
Yoga is not one-size-fits-all; it’s never too late to start and can be adapted for every body.
Empowering teachers means empowering students—especially those who feel left out of traditional Yoga spaces.
Connect with Rachel Lundberg:
Visit her online university: Yoga Oak University
Join her live or livestream classes: https://www.thriveyogaoc.com
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