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Yoga Research & BeyondIs Text Neck Causing Your Neck Pain?In this episode, Ariana and Jules discuss the concept of 'text neck' and its potential link to neck pain. They explore a recent scoping review that examines whether the position of the neck while using smartphones is a causative factor for neck pain, utilizing Hill's criteria of causation. The conversation delves into the nuances of correlation versus causation, the limitations of current research, and the biopsychosocial model of health, ultimately concluding that text neck does not meet the criteria for causing neck pain. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Text Neck and Neck Pain 02:55 Understanding t...2025-02-0915 minYoga Research & BeyondEpisode 72: RCTs vs. Pilot Studies vs. Feasibility Studies: A Simple Guide for Yoga TeachersIn this episode, Ariana and Jules get into the distinctions between randomized clinical trials (RCTs), feasibility studies, and pilot studies. They discuss the importance of understanding these methodologies in the context of yoga research and the common misconceptions surrounding them. The conversation highlights the role of preliminary studies in developing effective interventions and the significance of case studies in building evidence for future research. Additionally, they explore the concept of the null hypothesis and its implications in research design. Takeaways 🤩RCTs are designed to fully test a treatment or intervention. 🤩Feasibility studies assess the pr...2024-11-1516 minYoga Research & BeyondEpisode 71: Can Online Yoga Support Cancer Patients? Insights from a New Study ProtocolIn this episode, Ariana and Jules discuss a planned study on the efficacy of an online yoga intervention for cancer patients, specifically those with high-grade gliomas, and their caregivers. They explore the unique aspects of the study, including its design, the importance of trial registration, and the challenges faced in previous online yoga research. The conversation highlights the potential benefits of online yoga for improving overall well-being in this vulnerable population. Takeaways 🌟The study focuses on high-grade glioma patients and their caregivers. 🌟Online yoga is a complementary treatment alongside traditional medical care.2024-11-1519 minYoga Research & BeyondEpisode 70: The Reliability and Validity of Pain SurveysIn this episode, Ariana and Jules discuss the significance of Patient Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) in understanding patient experiences, particularly in the context of pain management. They delve into a specific study focused on the Pain Catastrophizing Scale (PCS) and the Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia (TSK), exploring the methods used to validate and shorten these surveys for better usability. The conversation highlights the importance of reliability and validity in research, the limitations of the study, especially regarding gender representation, and the insights gained from the survey questions. The episode emphasizes the need for compassion and understanding in dealing with...2024-09-2922 minYoga Research & BeyondEpisode 68: Yoga vs Stretching for Neck and Shoulder PainIn this insightful episode of the Yoga Research and Beyond podcast, hosts Jules Mitchell and Ariana Rabinovitch dive into the research paper, "Pain reduction, physical performance, and psychological status compared between Hatha yoga and stretching exercise to treat sedentary office workers with mild/moderate neck/shoulder pain: A randomized controlled non-inferiority trial." Join as we explore: Details of the intervention and adherence rates What dropout rates are and what they mean for the study What's a non-inferiority trial? A discussion on the study providing p-values but not effect sizes This episode is perfect for yoga...2024-07-2622 minYoga Research & BeyondEpisode 67: Not All Yoga Styles Are The SameJoin hosts Jules Mitchell and Ariana Rabinovitch in this new episode of the Yoga Research and Beyond podcast as they discuss the research paper, "Not All Yoga Styles Are the Same: An International Survey on Characteristics of Yoga Classes." They explore: The various categories and styles of yoga classified in the paper The advantages and limitations of using surveys as a research method How subjective data can be measured effectively through operational definitions Whether you're a yoga teacher looking to enhance your research literacy or deepen your understanding of yoga styles, this discussion is tailored f...2024-07-2621 min
Yoga Research & BeyondEpisode 64: Welcome to the New YRB FormatWelcome to the Yoga Research & Beyond Podcast! 🎧 Struggling with all the conflicting fitness advice? Ariana Raven and Jules Mitchell have got you covered! 🧘♀️📖 Join them as they break down the latest research on yoga and exercise, debunk myths, and teach you how to apply scientific findings to the way you teach yoga. Perfect for yoga teachers and fitness pros who want to ground their practice in science. Tune in for lively discussions, research insights, and a fun learning experience! 🌟2024-06-1211 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #63 - What's the best hamstring stretch? Comparison of four techniquesHow often do your students ask for help with tight hamstrings? In this episode Jenn Pilotti and I discuss a study that compared 4 stretching techniques for greater hamstring flexibility. This study from the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research compared two active stretches and two passive stretches in 100 people over the course of 8 weeks. It’s clear that one resulted in the greatest gains. We discuss the results here and in our Yoga Research and Beyond review.2017-12-1225 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #63 - What's the best hamstring stretch? Comparison of four techniquesHow often do your students ask for help with tight hamstrings? In this episode Jenn Pilotti and I discuss a study that compared 4 stretching techniques for greater hamstring flexibility. This study from the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research compared two active stretches and two passive stretches in 100 people over the course of 8 weeks. It’s clear that one resulted in the greatest gains. We discuss the results here and in our Yoga Research and Beyond review.2017-12-1225 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #62 - Buteyko Breathing and AsthmaHow can Buteyko breathing help with asthma? Research shows 6-30% of asthma sufferers use breathing methods to alleviate their asthma symptoms in the UK. Catherine and I discuss a paper from the Complementary Therapies in Medicine journal about Buteyko breathing and asthma. Buteyko breathing technique (BBT) is a method that is used in some practices to help with hyperventilation, and asthma. BBT trains people to slow their breath rate, eliminate mouth breathing (using a small strip of tape on the mouth), and use controlled breath pauses to increase CO2 levels. Russian physiologist, Konstantin Buteyko, created it in th...2017-11-2831 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #62 - Buteyko Breathing and AsthmaHow can Buteyko breathing help with asthma? Research shows 6-30% of asthma sufferers use breathing methods to alleviate their asthma symptoms in the UK. Catherine and I discuss a paper from the Complementary Therapies in Medicine journal about Buteyko breathing and asthma. Buteyko breathing technique (BBT) is a method that is used in some practices to help with hyperventilation, and asthma. BBT trains people to slow their breath rate, eliminate mouth breathing (using a small strip of tape on the mouth), and use controlled breath pauses to increase CO2 levels. Russian physiologist, Konstantin Buteyko, created it in th...2017-11-2831 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #61 - Ground Reaction Forces in 28 Yoga PosesWhat are Ground Reaction Forces (GRFs) and why are they important? In biomechanics GRF is the force exerted from the ground onto the body when they make contact. It's basically Newton's 3rd law: for every action there is a reaction. Measuring these forces helps us understand how yoga poses impact bones and possibly bone mass.2017-10-1937 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #61 - Ground Reaction Forces in 28 Yoga PosesWhat are Ground Reaction Forces (GRFs) and why are they important? In biomechanics GRF is the force exerted from the ground onto the body when they make contact. It's basically Newton's 3rd law: for every action there is a reaction. Measuring these forces helps us understand how yoga poses impact bones and possibly bone mass.2017-10-1937 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #60 - Can VR Technology Alter Pain Perception?Can virtual reality technology affect pain perception? Well, yeah. Catherine Cowey and I discuss a fun study about this co-authored by Lorimer Moseley in 2015 in the Psychological Science Journal. The researchers used VR technology to give subjects (with a history of neck pain) the illusion that they had moved their neck more or less than they actually had. As they hypothesized, this had an effect on their perception of pain.2017-08-3140 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #60 - Can VR Technology Alter Pain Perception?Can virtual reality technology affect pain perception? Well, yeah. Catherine Cowey and I discuss a fun study about this co-authored by Lorimer Moseley in 2015 in the Psychological Science Journal. The researchers used VR technology to give subjects (with a history of neck pain) the illusion that they had moved their neck more or less than they actually had. As they hypothesized, this had an effect on their perception of pain.2017-08-3140 min
Yoga Research & BeyondHamstring Injuries and YogaProximal hamstring tendinopathy (PHT) is a pathology of the tendon with a combination of tissue damage, inflammation, and possibly pain at the proximal tendon where the hamstring attaches to the ischial tuberosity. PHT is very common among yoga practitioners as well as in other populations. Jules Mitchell and I talk about our own experiences with hamstring injuries as well as a 2016 clinical commentary entitled Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy: Clinical Aspects of Assessment and Management from the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy.2017-07-2855 min
Yoga Research & BeyondHamstring Injuries and YogaProximal hamstring tendinopathy (PHT) is a pathology of the tendon with a combination of tissue damage, inflammation, and possibly pain at the proximal tendon where the hamstring attaches to the ischial tuberosity. PHT is very common among yoga practitioners as well as in other populations. Jules Mitchell and I talk about our own experiences with hamstring injuries as well as a 2016 clinical commentary entitled Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy: Clinical Aspects of Assessment and Management from the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy.2017-07-2855 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #58 - The Value of Blowing Up a BalloonBreathing is a hot topic for yoga teachers and fitness professionals. Jenn Pilotti and I talk about a study on the 90/90 breath technique with ball and balloon. Postural Restoration Institute (PRI) practitioners use this exercise to help people of all ages with musculoskeletal pain, including low back pain. We discuss the relationship between breathing and posture and how they might affect low back pain.2017-06-2847 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #58 - The Value of Blowing Up a BalloonBreathing is a hot topic for yoga teachers and fitness professionals. Jenn Pilotti and I talk about a study on the 90/90 breath technique with ball and balloon. Postural Restoration Institute (PRI) practitioners use this exercise to help people of all ages with musculoskeletal pain, including low back pain. We discuss the relationship between breathing and posture and how they might affect low back pain.2017-06-2847 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #57 - How does Kinesiotape® affect balance and athletic performance?How does Kinesiotape® affect balance and athletic performance? Cat and I discuss a study from the International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy done in 2016. The authors hypothesized that there would be improvements in athletic performance but it didn’t work out that way. There are many claims about the benefits of ktape. Cat and I discuss all of that and more. Bottom line. If it works for you, use it, but don’t become dependent on it.2017-05-2542 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #57 - How does Kinesiotape® affect balance and athletic performance?How does Kinesiotape® affect balance and athletic performance? Cat and I discuss a study from the International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy done in 2016. The authors hypothesized that there would be improvements in athletic performance but it didn’t work out that way. There are many claims about the benefits of ktape. Cat and I discuss all of that and more. Bottom line. If it works for you, use it, but don’t become dependent on it.2017-05-2542 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #56 - Does yoga reverse bone loss?Can 12 minutes of yoga a day reverse osteoporotic bone loss? The title of this study "Twelve-Minute Daily Yoga Regimen Reverses Osteoporotic Bone Loss" might lead you to believe so, but the results and data are incomplete and inconclusive. Jules Mitchell and I talk about this complicated, underwhelming study published in the Geriatric Rehabilitation Journal in 2015. 2017-04-2037 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #56 - Does yoga reverse bone loss?Can 12 minutes of yoga a day reverse osteoporotic bone loss? The title of this study "Twelve-Minute Daily Yoga Regimen Reverses Osteoporotic Bone Loss" might lead you to believe so, but the results and data are incomplete and inconclusive. Jules Mitchell and I talk about this complicated, underwhelming study published in the Geriatric Rehabilitation Journal in 2015. 2017-04-2037 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #55 - Chronic Pain and HypermobilityCatherine Cowey and I discuss an article on chronic pain and hypermobility syndrome (HMS) from the Journal of Pain Research. This article gives a thorough overview of the many kinds of hypermobility conditions and symptoms and makes it very clear that it’s a complicated subject. There’s a wide spectrum of hypermobility syndromes and symptoms which can make diagnosis challenging. The criteria are confusing and overlap depending on the type of hypermobility syndrome, and therefore, may need to be updated. We also talk about how to work with people who are hypermobile. When it comes...2017-03-2355 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #55 - Chronic Pain and HypermobilityCatherine Cowey and I discuss an article on chronic pain and hypermobility syndrome (HMS) from the Journal of Pain Research. This article gives a thorough overview of the many kinds of hypermobility conditions and symptoms and makes it very clear that it’s a complicated subject. There’s a wide spectrum of hypermobility syndromes and symptoms which can make diagnosis challenging. The criteria are confusing and overlap depending on the type of hypermobility syndrome, and therefore, may need to be updated. We also talk about how to work with people who are hypermobile. When it comes...2017-03-2355 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #54 - Are headstands safe?Are headstands safe? Jules Mitchell and I discuss a study about headstands from 2014. This is the first study of its kind that assessed loads on the neck and head in headstand. We had different reactions to this study. When I read it, it reinforced my decision to exclude headstands from my practice and group classes. When she read it, it didn’t change her mind about excluding it from group classes, but she went back to headstands in her personal practice. What was it about the study that deterred me from headstands? There is some data in thi...2017-03-0259 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #54 - Are headstands safe?Are headstands safe? Jules Mitchell and I discuss a study about headstands from 2014. This is the first study of its kind that assessed loads on the neck and head in headstand. We had different reactions to this study. When I read it, it reinforced my decision to exclude headstands from my practice and group classes. When she read it, it didn’t change her mind about excluding it from group classes, but she went back to headstands in her personal practice. What was it about the study that deterred me from headstands? There is some data in thi...2017-03-0259 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #53 - Distal Mobility for Proximal StabilityHow does ankle instability affect the knee? In the previous episode Jenn Pilotti and I discussed proximal stability for distal mobility - how core stability affects the knees and ankles. But what about the other way around? How do distal joints affect more proximal ones? Many movement professionals work from the ground up, thinking about how the foot and ankle affect the rest of the kinetic chain. This is one of the few studies Jenn found that examines how the ankle affects the knee and landing kinematics. We review this study and talk about our own ankle...2017-02-0935 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #53 - Distal Mobility for Proximal StabilityHow does ankle instability affect the knee? In the previous episode Jenn Pilotti and I discussed proximal stability for distal mobility - how core stability affects the knees and ankles. But what about the other way around? How do distal joints affect more proximal ones? Many movement professionals work from the ground up, thinking about how the foot and ankle affect the rest of the kinetic chain. This is one of the few studies Jenn found that examines how the ankle affects the knee and landing kinematics. We review this study and talk about our own ankle...2017-02-0935 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #52 - Proximal Stability for Distal MobilityProximal stability for distal mobility is a principle that’s often used in corrective exercise, manual treatment and personal training. Generally, it means that working on core stability can affect distal joints, providing more mobility. This is logical. A stable core may allow for less chaos in the periphery. In this episode Jenn Pilotti and I discuss 2 studies that look at how proximal strengthening impacts the knees and ankles of female athletes. The first study looks at the effect core stability has on landing kinematics for female Capoeira practitioners; the second looks at what strengthening the hip does for hi...2017-01-1930 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #52 - Proximal Stability for Distal MobilityProximal stability for distal mobility is a principle that’s often used in corrective exercise, manual treatment and personal training. Generally, it means that working on core stability can affect distal joints, providing more mobility. This is logical. A stable core may allow for less chaos in the periphery. In this episode Jenn Pilotti and I discuss 2 studies that look at how proximal strengthening impacts the knees and ankles of female athletes. The first study looks at the effect core stability has on landing kinematics for female Capoeira practitioners; the second looks at what strengthening the hip does for hi...2017-01-1930 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #51 Does Yoga improve athletic performance?Does Yoga improve athletic performance? It might, but we don't know exactly how. Jules Mitchell was researching how yoga affects athletics performance for her upcoming book and discovered a gap in the literature. There's plenty of research about the SAID principle and adaptation, but not enough about yoga's impact on sports performance. In this episode we talk about the only two studies that cover this topic as well as their many limitations. Hopefully there will be more studies about this in the future so we can have more clarity.2016-12-2946 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #51 Does Yoga improve athletic performance?Does Yoga improve athletic performance? It might, but we don't know exactly how. Jules Mitchell was researching how yoga affects athletics performance for her upcoming book and discovered a gap in the literature. There's plenty of research about the SAID principle and adaptation, but not enough about yoga's impact on sports performance. In this episode we talk about the only two studies that cover this topic as well as their many limitations. Hopefully there will be more studies about this in the future so we can have more clarity.2016-12-2946 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #50 How does Bikram Yoga affect core temperature and heart rate?Yoga and Movement Research Series How does Bikram yoga affect heart rate and core temperature? To be completely honest neither Cat nor I are fans of Bikram yoga or hot yoga in general. Nonetheless, we did our best to discuss Bikram yoga and this study as objectively as possible. In this episode we reviewed an ACE (American Council on Exercise) sponsored study done in 2015, which examines the effect of Bikram yoga on core temperature, heart rate and rate of perceived exertion of 20 Bikram practitioners. Some interesting data from the study: The average...2016-12-0858 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #50 How does Bikram Yoga affect core temperature and heart rate?Yoga and Movement Research Series How does Bikram yoga affect heart rate and core temperature? To be completely honest neither Cat nor I are fans of Bikram yoga or hot yoga in general. Nonetheless, we did our best to discuss Bikram yoga and this study as objectively as possible. In this episode we reviewed an ACE (American Council on Exercise) sponsored study done in 2015, which examines the effect of Bikram yoga on core temperature, heart rate and rate of perceived exertion of 20 Bikram practitioners. Some interesting data from the study: The average...2016-12-0858 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #49 Are core stabiilty exercises the best for low back pain?Jenn Pilotti and I discuss a thorough review of 29 studies that answers this question: Are core stability exercises the best for back pain? The meta review was conducted in 2014 and is entitled, "An update of stabilization exercises for low back pain: a systematic review with meta-analysis." The studies compare core stabilization techniques (side plank, plank and bird dog) to other forms of exercise such as low intensity aerobics, pilates, walking, running in place, and stretches. It might be a common sense conclusion that core strengthening is the best for back pain, but the research does not support t...2016-11-1738 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #49 Are core stabiilty exercises the best for low back pain?Jenn Pilotti and I discuss a thorough review of 29 studies that answers this question: Are core stability exercises the best for back pain? The meta review was conducted in 2014 and is entitled, "An update of stabilization exercises for low back pain: a systematic review with meta-analysis." The studies compare core stabilization techniques (side plank, plank and bird dog) to other forms of exercise such as low intensity aerobics, pilates, walking, running in place, and stretches. It might be a common sense conclusion that core strengthening is the best for back pain, but the research does not support t...2016-11-1738 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #48 Yoga Re:Alignment Workshops for TeachersIn this bonus episode Jules Mitchell (biomechanist and yoga educator) asks me questions about my new workshops for teachers called the Yoga Re:Alignment Workshop Series. We also talk about the role of movement science in yoga asana and whether or not yoga is about more than the poses...of course it is.2016-10-1332 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #48 Yoga Re:Alignment Workshops for TeachersIn this bonus episode Jules Mitchell (biomechanist and yoga educator) asks me questions about my new workshops for teachers called the Yoga Re:Alignment Workshop Series. We also talk about the role of movement science in yoga asana and whether or not yoga is about more than the poses...of course it is.2016-10-1332 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #47 Should we use mirrors in yoga classes?Whether or not to use mirrors in yoga classes is a popular topic of discussion among teachers. This is the first episode in my new yoga and movement research series. I talk to Jules Mitchell about the efficacy of using mirrors when learning yoga asana. We discuss a study entitled, "Effect on performance of learning a pilates skill with or without a mirror." The study examines a pilates move called the STAR movement, but what we learn from it can also be applied to yoga. The STAR move is similar to Vasistasana (side plank) while raising and lo...2016-10-1345 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #47 Should we use mirrors in yoga classes?Whether or not to use mirrors in yoga classes is a popular topic of discussion among teachers. This is the first episode in my new yoga and movement research series. I talk to Jules Mitchell about the efficacy of using mirrors when learning yoga asana. We discuss a study entitled, "Effect on performance of learning a pilates skill with or without a mirror." The study examines a pilates move called the STAR movement, but what we learn from it can also be applied to yoga. The STAR move is similar to Vasistasana (side plank) while raising and lo...2016-10-1345 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #46 Dan John - Body, Mind and SoulDan John has been lifting weights since 1965 and coaching for more than 30 years. He holds the American record in the Weight Pentathlon event, won the American Masters Discus Championships several times, and has competed in Olympic weightlifting and the Highland Games. Dan has a common sense approach to fitness that appeals to most of the strength coaches and trainers that I know. We talk about strength training for women, mindset in competition, why he hates terms like cardio, core and functional, the cult of stretching, the goblet squat and more.2016-09-0157 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #46 Dan John - Body, Mind and SoulDan John has been lifting weights since 1965 and coaching for more than 30 years. He holds the American record in the Weight Pentathlon event, won the American Masters Discus Championships several times, and has competed in Olympic weightlifting and the Highland Games. Dan has a common sense approach to fitness that appeals to most of the strength coaches and trainers that I know. We talk about strength training for women, mindset in competition, why he hates terms like cardio, core and functional, the cult of stretching, the goblet squat and more.2016-09-0157 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #45 Charlie Reid on Mobility and Strength TrainingCharlie Reid, CSCS, CMT, considers himself an "anti-guru", an educator, and an enthusiast for all things strength and conditioning related. His pragmatic approach centers around helping others find solutions that are practical, while sifting through all the hype so prevalent on the internet. We talk about strength and mobility training, some research behind the The Biggest Loser, how most commercial group fitness just makes people tired not better, thought viruses that need to go away, fitness candy, and one-legged cable McTwisty presses.2016-07-221h 12
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #45 Charlie Reid on Mobility and Strength TrainingCharlie Reid, CSCS, CMT, considers himself an "anti-guru", an educator, and an enthusiast for all things strength and conditioning related. His pragmatic approach centers around helping others find solutions that are practical, while sifting through all the hype so prevalent on the internet. We talk about strength and mobility training, some research behind the The Biggest Loser, how most commercial group fitness just makes people tired not better, thought viruses that need to go away, fitness candy, and one-legged cable McTwisty presses.2016-07-221h 12
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #44 Greg Lehman - Reconciling Biomechanics with Pain ScienceGreg Lehman, Physiotherapist and Chiropractor talks about why pain science and biomechanics need to be reconciled. People think that pain science challenges everything in biomechanics, but it doesn’t. It challenges it a little. We can and should still use biomechanics. It’s still important but you have to add all the psycho social stuff to it as well. We talk about biomechanics research, how and why to use alignment, how the musculoskeletal systems is allowed to look weird, tendon research and why it's ok to poke the bear (not hump it).2016-06-3047 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #44 Greg Lehman - Reconciling Biomechanics with Pain ScienceGreg Lehman, Physiotherapist and Chiropractor talks about why pain science and biomechanics need to be reconciled. People think that pain science challenges everything in biomechanics, but it doesn’t. It challenges it a little. We can and should still use biomechanics. It’s still important but you have to add all the psycho social stuff to it as well. We talk about biomechanics research, how and why to use alignment, how the musculoskeletal systems is allowed to look weird, tendon research and why it's ok to poke the bear (not hump it).2016-06-3047 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #43 Shelly Prosko - Bridging the Gap Between Yoga and HealthcareShelly Prosko, PT, PYT, CPI, specializes in pain science, yoga therapy and pelvic floor health. She's dedicated to bridging the gap between yoga and modern healthcare philosophies and believes this integration is highly effective in creating and sustaining optimal health. Shelly has been integrating yoga into her physical therapy treatments since 1998, addressing a wide variety of conditions and populations, with a special focus on helping people suffering from persistent pain and pelvic health issues. We discuss what yoga therapy is, how it can be used in healthcare professions, pelvic floor health, pain science, how the...2016-06-161h 11
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #43 Shelly Prosko - Bridging the Gap Between Yoga and HealthcareShelly Prosko, PT, PYT, CPI, specializes in pain science, yoga therapy and pelvic floor health. She's dedicated to bridging the gap between yoga and modern healthcare philosophies and believes this integration is highly effective in creating and sustaining optimal health. Shelly has been integrating yoga into her physical therapy treatments since 1998, addressing a wide variety of conditions and populations, with a special focus on helping people suffering from persistent pain and pelvic health issues. We discuss what yoga therapy is, how it can be used in healthcare professions, pelvic floor health, pain science, how the...2016-06-161h 11
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #42 Exposing Yoga Myths part 4Last year Mel, Kim and I decided to write a book in order to dispel some of the popular claims we hear in mainstream yoga classes. Exposing Yoga Myths V1 is the result of those efforts. In this episode we talk about some responses (good and bad) to the book. We go off on some fun tangents too about Ace of Bass and Insane Clown Posse. don't ask.Co-owners of SMARTer Bodies™, Kim-Lien Kendall and Melissa Gutierrez have collaborated for more than 5 years to help their clients move better and improve their quality of life. Together they tr...2016-03-0433 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #42 Exposing Yoga Myths part 4Last year Mel, Kim and I decided to write a book in order to dispel some of the popular claims we hear in mainstream yoga classes. Exposing Yoga Myths V1 is the result of those efforts. In this episode we talk about some responses (good and bad) to the book. We go off on some fun tangents too about Ace of Bass and Insane Clown Posse. don't ask.Co-owners of SMARTer Bodies™, Kim-Lien Kendall and Melissa Gutierrez have collaborated for more than 5 years to help their clients move better and improve their quality of life. Together they tr...2016-03-0433 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #41 PhysiYoga with Helen O'Neill and Diana ZotosDiana and Helen are both experienced yoga teachers and physical therapists. They've created a course that reflects the thirst for applicable and teachable knowledge regarding functional anatomy both for the yoga teacher and the physical therapist. Each course aims to fill the gap between basic training and a safer, smarter practice. Both are grounded in anatomy, physiology, biomechanics and therapeutics. Their quest: to enhance awareness and safety for the 21st Century movement specialist.2016-02-2653 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #41 PhysiYoga with Helen O'Neill and Diana ZotosDiana and Helen are both experienced yoga teachers and physical therapists. They've created a course that reflects the thirst for applicable and teachable knowledge regarding functional anatomy both for the yoga teacher and the physical therapist. Each course aims to fill the gap between basic training and a safer, smarter practice. Both are grounded in anatomy, physiology, biomechanics and therapeutics. Their quest: to enhance awareness and safety for the 21st Century movement specialist.2016-02-2653 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #40 Lauren Ohayon, Holy Shift YogaLauren Ohayon is a body mechanics geek who relishes in constant learning, laughing and community. Through her biomechanics and movement studies, Lauren has developed a style of teaching that helps students gain awareness of their structure as well as understand how to re-balance their bodies. She also specializes in helping clients with diastasis recti, organ prolapse and other pelvic floor issues. Lauren uses tools from Yoga, Pilates and Restorative Exercise™ to offer her clients long term solutions for living in a well balanced, functional and strong body. Holy Shift is an educational and experiential platform that delivers information regarding al...2016-02-1954 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #40 Lauren Ohayon, Holy Shift YogaLauren Ohayon is a body mechanics geek who relishes in constant learning, laughing and community. Through her biomechanics and movement studies, Lauren has developed a style of teaching that helps students gain awareness of their structure as well as understand how to re-balance their bodies. She also specializes in helping clients with diastasis recti, organ prolapse and other pelvic floor issues. Lauren uses tools from Yoga, Pilates and Restorative Exercise™ to offer her clients long term solutions for living in a well balanced, functional and strong body. Holy Shift is an educational and experiential platform that delivers information regarding al...2016-02-1954 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #39 Jules Mitchell part 2Redefining stretching with Biomechanist and Yoga Educator Jules Mitchell, MS. We talk about her upcoming book, different types of stretching like PNF, the shoulder joint in downward dog and why she doesn’t say the word "tight" anymore when referring to muscles.2016-02-1248 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #39 Jules Mitchell part 2Redefining stretching with Biomechanist and Yoga Educator Jules Mitchell, MS. We talk about her upcoming book, different types of stretching like PNF, the shoulder joint in downward dog and why she doesn’t say the word "tight" anymore when referring to muscles.2016-02-1248 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #38 Dana Santas Part 2Mobility maker and creator of Radius Yoga, Dana Santas talks more about how she works with athletes, why breathing is THE fundamental movement pattern and her beef with good posture.2016-02-0550 min
Yoga Research & BeyondY&B #38 Dana Santas Part 2Mobility maker and creator of Radius Yoga, Dana Santas talks more about how she works with athletes, why breathing is THE fundamental movement pattern and her beef with good posture.2016-02-0550 min
Yoga Research & BeyondEp #37 - Exposing Yoga Myths Part 3 with Kim Lien Kendall and Melissa GutierrezMel, Kim and I talk about the myth that doing yoga gives you long and lean muscles and a Vogue article about foam rolling that Tony Gentilcore busted up. We touch on body image, eating disorders, women in sports and dance, Ronda Rousey, Serena Williams, Misty Copeland and Mel summons Rage Against the Machine.2015-10-1430 min
Yoga Research & BeyondEp #37 - Exposing Yoga Myths Part 3 with Kim Lien Kendall and Melissa GutierrezMel, Kim and I talk about the myth that doing yoga gives you long and lean muscles and a Vogue article about foam rolling that Tony Gentilcore busted up. We touch on body image, eating disorders, women in sports and dance, Ronda Rousey, Serena Williams, Misty Copeland and Mel summons Rage Against the Machine.2015-10-1430 min
Yoga Research & BeyondEp #36 - Exposing Yoga Myths Part 2 with Kim-Lien Kendall and Melissa GutierrezMel, Kim (SMARTer Bodies founders) and I talk more about our book, Exposing Yoga Myths. We riff more about cultural misappropriation, yoga teachers trying to make a living, Lululemon, Kirtan, yoga can't hurt you, the Yoga Alliance and teacher regulation, the Dunning-Kruger effect, and pain as a teacher. oh yeah, it's on!2015-10-0946 min
Yoga Research & BeyondEp #35 - Exposing Yoga Myths (Part 1) with Kim Lien Kendall and Melissa GutierrezIn this episode I talk to Mel and Kim of SMARTer Bodies about our upcoming ebook, Exposing Yoga Myths. We talk about how we started working together, cultural misappropriation in the yoga world, and infallible gurus, and how we're not afraid to contextualize yoga in science and physiology.Co-owners of SMARTer Bodies™, Kim-Lien Kendall and Melissa Gutierrez have collaborated for more than 5 years to help their clients achieve more efficient movement and improve their quality of life. Together they transcend the fitness and yoga industries’ quick fixes and trends to create a meaningful and lasting system that trul...2015-10-0231 min
Yoga Research & BeyondEp #34 - Gentle Is The New Advanced with J. BrownHow has modern yoga practice changed since the early 90s? Can the Yoga Alliance or International Association of Yoga Therapists do a better job credentialing yoga teachers? J. Brown and I also discuss injury in yoga practice and the controversial reactions sparked by Kino McGregor's hip injury. J. Brown is the owner of the Abhyasa Yoga Center in Brooklyn and the creator of the Gentle is the New Advanced yoga method.2015-08-071h 13
Yoga Research & BeyondEp #33 - Healthy Brain, Happy Life with Dr. Wendy SuzukiHow does exercise affect the brain? After achieving tenure at NYU and researching how memory works in the brain, neuroscientist Dr. Wendy Suzuki realized that her life was in the lab and her social and physical well being were suffering because of it. She wasn't maximizing the potential of her brain because everything you do or don't do affects the brain. She decided to do something about it - to start exercising and to get strong. She stuck to it and with hard work she started to notice the effects on her brain: her mood, memory and attention improved...2015-07-1054 min
Yoga Research & BeyondEp #32 Dr. Evan Osar on the Psoas, Corrective Exercise Solutions and Fitness Education SeminarsDr. Evan Osar - creator of Fitness Education Seminars and author of Corrective Exercise Solutions talks to us about his approach to movement which requires alignment breathing and control. He shares why you probably don't need to release your psoas, why we need to earn the right to get to higher level complex exercises, what happens when we try to over use muscles like the TVA (transversus abdominis), and why we don't need stretching we just need better alignment when we move.2015-06-261h 06
Yoga Research & BeyondEp #31 - Mike Fitch - Animal Flow/Global Bodyweight TrainingMike Fitch, creator of Animal Flow and Global Bodyweight Training talks about what we get out of quadrupedal movements, his experiences with Parkour and other influences of Animal Flow, and his new Bodyweight Athlete program. His advice: "Whatever you do, learn something new. Be willing to be bad at something! "2015-05-291h 00
Yoga Research & BeyondEp #30 Dana Santas - Mobility Maker, Radius YogaDana is the yoga/movement expert for CNN and CNN Health, and the creator of Radius Yoga Conditioning which helps athletes move, breathe and focus better to enhance performance and decrease injury. Nicknamed the “Mobility Maker,” over the last ten+ years, she’s worked with more than 35 teams and hundreds of athletes in the NHL, MLB, NFL, NBA, MLS, PGA, LPGA & WTA. She's worked with the Philadelphia Phillies, Atlanta Braves, Tampa Bay Rays, Orlando Magic and Tampa Bay Lightning; she’s also mobility consultant to many other pro & collegiate teams.We talk a lot about the breath, how the d...2015-05-221h 05
Yoga Research & BeyondEp #29 Joanne Elphinston - JEMS / Stability, Sport and Performance MovementJoanne Elphinston is a physiotherapist for more than 20 years, writer, innovator, lecturer and educator. She’s also the creator of JEMS which stands for Joanne Elphinston Movement Systems. JEMS is all about enabling people of all backgrounds, ages and levels of physical ability to learn the art of working with their body instead of against them, to have confidence in their bodies, and to reclaim and enjoy the activities that matter most to them.JEMS draws from the fields of biomechanics, motor learning, neuroscience, philosophy psychology and holistic practices. We talk about her method as wel...2015-05-151h 00
Yoga Research & BeyondEp #28 Dr. Ray McClanahan - Correct Toes/Natural Foot AlignmentDr Ray McClanahan is not your typical Podiatrist. Instead of reverting to surgery, he believes in preventative measures and uses sports science principles to restore foot alignment and function. He also educates the public on healthier shoe choices and created the silicone toe spacers, Correct Toes. There are a lot of tips here for foot strengthening, stretching, making smart shoe choices, dealing with the wear and tear of high heels.2015-04-2949 min
Yoga Research & BeyondEp #27 Katy Bowman - Whole Body BarefootKaty Bowman talks about what minimal footwear is, what it does for your body and how to transition into it. I also included 2 foot-related excerpts from previous interviews with Dr. Mark Cheng and James Earls!2015-04-2135 min
Yoga Research & BeyondEp #26 Gary Ward - What the Foot? Free Your FeetJoin me for an in-depth conversation with Gary Ward about how he works with the feet and how they influence the whole body. We talk about how the feet affect the whole body, footwear, the joy of going barefoot, ways to mobilize the feet, and the importance of giving the feet and the brain varied surfaces to adapt to.2015-04-1729 min
Yoga Research & BeyondEp #25 Dr. Mark Cheng - Martial Arts, Human Performance, Rehabilitation,Join me for an in depth conversation with Dr. Mark Cheng about his roots in Chinese Martial Arts and the many MA masters he's been lucky to study with. We talk about his Tui Na Practice, FMS/Gray Cook, Pavel Tsatsouline, why movement is like money, breathing, his DVDs and more.2015-04-031h 16
Yoga Research & BeyondEp #24 Charlie Weingroff - DPT, SCS, Athletic TrainerCharlie Weingroff - Doctor of Physical Therapy, certified Athletic Trainer and certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Formally trained in DNS, ART, Dry Needling, Graston, FMS/SFMA and the RKC.Charlie talks about the boundaries of health and fitness professionals and how they can work together to get the best results for their clients. We talk about functional movement, squats, deadlifts, reflexive core stability, about why russian twists are obsolete, why the diaphragm is the most important core muscle, how yoga fits into an athletic training program, his DVDs including a new one he just released with Dr...2015-03-2052 min
Yoga Research & BeyondEp #23 James Earls - Born to WalkJames Earls is a Structural Integrationist, Writer, Lecturer, Bodywork practitioner and the director of Kinesis UK. We talk about his book - Born to Walk : Myofascial Efficiency and the Body in Movement which combines evolutionary anatomy, the Anatomy Trains model and the latest research on fascia to create an up to date vision of how we walk. It's the first time the Anatomy Trains model has been applied to gait. We talk about efficient walking patterns, how the AT myofascial meridians work in the gait cycle, minimalist footwear, whether or not walking is falling, the pelvic floor, psoas restriction, o...2015-03-0657 min
Yoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond #22 Andrew Biel - Trail Guide to MovementTrail Guide to the Body author, Andrew Biel talks about his latest book, Trail Guide to Movement. We discuss his unique approach to writing about anatomy and functional movement; the fact that Western society is in the midst of a movement/proprioception crisis; muscle function; ideal resting tone for muscle tissue; why there's no such thing as perfect posture, and new word...balmoture!2015-02-0652 min
Yoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond #21 Jill Miller - The Roll Model and Yoga Tune Up®Jill Miller is the creator of the corrective exercise format, Yoga Tune Up and the author of The Roll Model: A Step-by-Step Guide to Erase Pain, Improve Mobility, and Live Better in Your Body. The book is all about self-care, soft-tissue conditioning and improving the quality of your life with better movement habits.2015-01-301h 06
Yoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond #20 David Weinstock - Neurokinetic Therapy®David Weinstock codeveloped Neurokinetic Therapy® in 1985 and since then has been traveling the world teaching the method to all kinds of medical and fitness professionals. His book, Neurokinetic Therapy, An Innovative Approach to Manual Muscle Testing outlines the muscle tests and common movement compensation relationships.2015-01-2338 min
Yoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond #19 Dr. Kathy Dooley – Rehabilitative ChiropractorDr. Kathy Dooley talks about her new training and rehab facility - Catalyst Sport where she practices as a Rehabilitative Chiropractor. She also shares insights on the stability/mobility puzzle, gait analysis, the importance of breath and more.2015-01-0946 min
Yoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond #18 Tom Myers - Anatomy TrainsTom Myers is the originator of Anatomy Trains Myofascial Meridians, and director of Kinesis Myofascial Integration (KMI). He studied directly with Drs. Ida Rolf, Moshe Feldenkrais, and Buckminster Fuller and has practiced integrative manual therapy for more than 30 years. He talks about changes to the latest edition of Anatomy Trains, the latest in fascia research, the new biomechanics and why leaders in the yoga community need to be more responsible when it comes to preventing injury.2014-12-2651 min
Yoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond #17: Todd Hargrove - A Guide to Better MovementTodd Hargrove, author of A Guide to Better Movement, talks about about pain science, what good movement is, why it’s important to have it, some myths about pain, why perfect biomechanics doesn’t guarantee pain-free movement, the benefits of mindful movement, and movement variability. 2014-12-1944 min
Yoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond #16 Brent Brookbush - Brookbush Institute for Human Movement ScienceBrent Brookbush is a Personal Trainer, Physical Therapist, Founder of the Brookbush Institute of Human Movement Science, and the author of Fitness or Fiction: The Truth About Diet and Exercise. We talk about the institute, his book, what integrated muscular anatomy is, why stretching is good, hyper mobility, hot yoga and more.2014-12-1242 min
Yoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond #15 Dr. Perry NickelstonDr. Perry Nickelston is a Chiropractor, founder of Stop Chasing Pain, Creator of Primal Movement Chains, Master Instructor for NKT and Rocktape, and Instructor for FMS, SFMA. He talks about his work as a Chiropractor, his Primal Chains workshop, what Stop Chasing Pain is about and how it all started.2014-12-0550 min
Yoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond #14 Katy Bowman - Move Your DNAKaty Bowman is a Biomechanist, Author, Teacher and Director of the Restorative Exercise Institute. Move Your DNA is her latest book which highlights the fact that our modern society is in the middle of a movement crisis. We don’t move enough and our bodies are suffering because of it. We don't need more exercise, we need more natural movement. Katy offers suggestions on how to move, sit, stand and rest to make every moment of your life count on the cellular level.2014-11-2148 min
Yoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond #13 Matthew RemskiMatthew Remski is a Writer, Therapist and Yoga Asana Teacher who is taking on the topic of pain, injury and recovery in the context of yoga asana. For this project, called WAWADIA - What Are We Actually Doing In Asana, he has collected more than 100 interviews and is crafting these stories into a book which will attempt to "paint a lesser-seen portrait of a culture struggling to both understand and fulfill its healing promise, and provide a map for how it can intelligently evolve."2014-11-1457 min
Yoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond #12 Gary WardGary Ward is the author of What the Foot?, and the creator of the Anatomy in Motion (AiM) courses and clinics. AiM is considered a “next generation” movement therapy technique, that enhances sports performance, prevents injuries and eliminates existing and often long term physical problems.2014-10-3156 min
Yoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond #11 Kiambu DickersonKiambu Dickerson is a NY based Orthopedic Massage Therapist who incorporates methods from internationally recognized teachers such as Tom Myers, James Waslaski, Erik Dalton and Jerry Hesch. And as if that's not enough he also raps in his spare time!2014-10-171h 01
Yoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond #10 Marjorie BrookMarjorie Brook is a massage therapist who specializes in scar tissue therapy. She’s also an author, and international educator. For the last 1o years she has been educating people about the significance of scar tissue and the importance of stretching. We talk about what scar tissue is, why it’s so important and her work as an educator.2014-10-0358 min
Yoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond #09 Dr Andreo SpinaDr. Andreo Spina is a sports specialist, chiropractor, medical acupuncturist, Director of Sports Performance Centers in Toronto, Creator and Director of Functional Anatomy Seminars. We talk about his seminars, about stretching, yoga injuries, functional mobility and more.2014-09-1951 minYoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond #08 Jules MitchellInterview with Jules Mitchell, Yoga Therapist and Biomechanist on the Science of Stretching, how science doesn't make its way to the yoga community yet and why you don't need to do yoga every day.2014-09-0543 min
Yoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond #08 Jules MitchellInterview with Jules Mitchell, Yoga Therapist and Biomechanist on the Science of Stretching, how science doesn't make its way to the yoga community yet and why you don't need to do yoga every day.2014-09-0543 minYoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond Episode #7 Jamie FrancisAriana Rabinovitch interviews Jaime Francis, a Physical Therapist and Neurokinetic Therapy practitioner who specializes in working with children and Crossfitters.2014-06-1246 minYoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond Episode #7 Jamie FrancisAriana Rabinovitch interviews Jaime Francis, a Physical Therapist and Neurokinetic Therapy practitioner who specializes in working with children and Crossfitters.2014-06-1246 minYoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond Episode #6 Dr Emily Splichal InterviewYoga & Beyond Interview with Dr Emily Splichal - highly sought-after Podiatrist in NYC and the creator of EBFA Barefoot training and education programs that are catching on at gyms around the world.We talk about why it is so important to keep the feet "fit", her #1 recommended foot exercise, common yoga injuries that she treats and more.2014-05-3043 minYoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond Episode #5 Jason Brown InterviewYoga & Beyond Jason Brown Interview. We discuss how and why he created the Anatomy Studies for Yoga Teachers program.2014-04-041h 01Yoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond #4 | Katy Bowman InterviewYoga & Beyond Katy Bowman Interview. We talk about her book, Alignment Matters: The First 5 Years of Katy Says. We also talk about Pelvic Floor Disorder, Optimal Gait Patterns and the importance of movement as opposed to fitness.2014-03-2157 minYoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond Episode #3 Brooke Thomas InterviewYoga & Beyond Brooke Thomas Interview about her new FREE ebook, Why Fascia Matters. In addition to fascia, we also talk about Rolfing, Yoga Tune Up, Fitness vs. Movement.2014-02-2844 minYoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond | Chrissy Carter InterviewYoga and Beyond Chrissy Carter Interview about. Interviews with yoga, anatomy and healthy living experts with Ariana Rabinovitch.2014-02-1332 minYoga Research & BeyondYoga & Beyond | Chrissy Carter InterviewYoga and Beyond Chrissy Carter Interview about. Interviews with yoga, anatomy and healthy living experts with Ariana Rabinovitch.2014-02-1332 minYoga Research & BeyondYoga and Beyond with Brooke Siler PilatesYoga and Beyond. In this episode I talk to Brooke Siler about her latest book The Women's Health Big Book of Pilates.2014-01-2928 min