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The Yoga Well PodcastComments on Yoga Therapy and IAYT Certification TractsOn January 27th, 2026, Yoga Well's Executive Director Chase Bossart met with the Yoga Well community via Zoom to discuss IAYT's proposed 300-hour Foundations of Yoga Therapy certification track for licensed health care workers. Arguing against IAYT's plan, Chase proposed a series of principles for IAYT to use in future decision-making processes, including: 1. Holding the experiential aspect of Yoga to be equally important to Yoga's informational aspect, and structure requirements accordingly; 2. Honoring Yoga's original Indian anatomies & physiologies as legitimate medical systems separate and apart from the Allopathic models dominant in the West, and not relegating Yoga t...
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The Yoga Well PodcastComments on Yoga Therapy and IAYT Certification TractsOn January 27th, 2026, Yoga Well's Executive Director Chase Bossart met with the Yoga Well community via Zoom to discuss IAYT's proposed 300-hour Foundations of Yoga Therapy certification track for licensed health care workers. Arguing against IAYT's plan, Chase proposed a series of principles for IAYT to use in future decision-making processes, including: 1. Holding the experiential aspect of Yoga to be equally important to Yoga's informational aspect, and structure requirements accordingly; 2. Honoring Yoga's original Indian anatomies & physiologies as legitimate medical systems separate and apart from the Allopathic models dominant in the West, and not relegating Yoga to be subsumed within those. Si...
2026-02-101h 05
Breathing Deeply Yoga Therapy & MeditationHealing Acute Trauma Through Yoga Therapy With Deb Selm, C - IAYTWarning: This episode discusses topics relating to violence, substance use and mental health. Viewer discretion is advised.
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Healing of our deepest traumas is possible with yoga therapy.
Join Brandt Passalacqua and Breathing Deeply Advanced Graduate and C-IAYT, Deb Selm for this conversation on the work Deb is doing with trauma and more specifically victims of violence and abuse in some way.
Learn about the trauma recovery programs that Deb works with, how yoga therapy can be applied to victims of acute traumas and discover some incredible success stories...
2024-10-1520 min
Yoga Therapy Hour with Amy WheelerMaking Ethical Decisions and Policy with Ahimsa at the Core – A Review of Yoga Alliance & IAYTIn this solo episode, host Amy Wheeler explores the concept of Ahimsa (non-harming) and being in relationship with one another as the key guiding principle for making ethical decisions and policies in both individual and organizational contexts. Amy focuses on how yoga organizations like Yoga Alliance and the International Association of Yoga Therapy (IAYT) can enhance their decision-making processes by prioritizing non-harming, inclusivity, and community involvement from the ground up. What is Ahimsa?Amy defines Ahimsa as non-harming and non-violence toward oneself, others, and the environment. Ahimsa applies to emotional, mental, financial, community a...
2024-10-0440 min
From Pain to PossibilityNeurodiversity and Yoga Therapy - A Success Story with Laurie-Anne Lemothe, C-IAYT Yoga Therapy Trainee Today is a very special episode as I welcome Laurie-Anne Lemothe back to the podcast. A current trainee and soon-to-be graduate of my yoga therapy accredited by IAYT program, she is here to share her experiences working with neurodivergent clientele. Listen in to hear Laurie-Anne describe the role of environmental stimuli—including the health professional—when treating a neurodivergent client, the success she's had with her most recent patient, and how she's used teachings from the IAYT program in her practice. Ge...
2024-09-0522 minBreathing Deeply Yoga Therapy & MeditationAn Integrative Approach to Healing From A Car Accident With Yoga Therapy W Meena Ananth, C - IAYTYoga therapy heals ❤️🩹
Today Brandt sits down with Breathing Deeply Advanced Program graduate and C-IAYT, Meena to talk about how yoga therapy helped one of her clients recover from a serious car accident.
In this discussion, Meena shares how she helped her clients see significant results in recovery from her car accident in just 8 weeks. Not only did Meena use techniques from yoga therapy to help her physical body heal but also her mind through meditation and mantra. Meena also demonstrated through this case study how yoga therapist can work together with other healing modalities using an integrative approach to get the b...
2024-08-0610 minBreathing Deeply Yoga Therapy & MeditationYoga Therapy And Medication Resistant Depression With Christine Saari, C - IAYTIn this episode, our director and lead teacher, Brandt Passalcqua sits down with C-IAYT accredited yoga therapist and Advanced Program Graduate, Christine Saari to discuss her case study with medication resistant depression.
Christine shares with us the different types of pranayama, asana and devotional practices prescribed to her client and the incredible results that her client received after consistently practicing and meeting with Christine every week.
If you are interested in becoming an C-IAYT yoga therapist and doing meaningful work like this in an area that you are passionate about, consider joining our next Advanced Yoga Therapy program!
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2024-06-1911 min
Yoga Therapy Hour with Amy WheelerBridging Yoga Communities with the SYTAR National Conference: Insights from IAYT’s Kelly Froio and Marita GreenridgeIn this enlightening episode, we delve into the world of yoga therapy with Kelly Froio, the IAYT Membership Coordinator, and Marita Greenridge, the IAYT Marketing and Communications Director. Our guests shed light on the International Association of Yoga Therapists' (IAYT) dual online platforms aimed at both members and the public, highlighting the organization's efforts to educate on yoga therapy and facilitate finding certified therapists. The conversation also explores the significance of the SYTAR conference, revealing its pivotal role in fostering connections within the yoga community, discussing its evolution, and unveiling the anticipated lineup for SYTAR 2024, including notable speakers like...
2024-04-0545 minBreathing Deeply Yoga Therapy & MeditationYoga Therapy For Menopause With Fiona Jalinoos, C - IAYTIn this episode, our director and lead teacher, Brandt Passalcqua its down with C-IAYT accredited yoga therapist and Advanced Program Graduate, Fiona Jalinoos to discuss her work on dealing with menopause symptoms with yoga therapy.
Fiona shares with us her project as part of her studies which was to run a series a small group classes for women struggling with the symptoms of menopause. Learn how Fiona approached these classes and the results that her students received.
If you are interested in becoming a C-IAYT yoga therapist and doing meaningful work like this in an area that you are passionate...
2024-04-0208 min
Yoga FocusEp. 82: What is "High-Functioning Anxiety"? How can Yoga Therapy Help? With Laura Goellner OTR/L, C-IAYTWhat is the experience of living with "High Functioning Anxiety" and how can Yoga Therapy Help?
This is part 1 in a multi-episode series on understanding and overcoming the pressure of High Functioning Anxiety - through building a better relationship with SELF.
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2024-01-2514 min
Critical Conversations about Women's Health & Wellness | Nutrition & Supplements | Holistic#044: HEART-TO-HEART | The Loudest Noise In The World: Navigating Body Satisfaction, Body Image, & Advertising and Changing Its Impact on Our HealthDo you know what the loudest sound in the world is? It's not what you think it is... In a world bombarded by incalculable messages about our bodies, health advertising, relentless social media feeds, and harmful body image standards, it's time to turn down the noise. But do you know where it's really coming from? In this episode we're looking deep into the intricacies of body image in a noisy world and what what it shows up as in our own individual lives. Heather Young, C-IAYT, CPT, RYT 500 explores the invisible impact of noise about...
2024-01-1619 min
Grey Maybe Podcast (hosted by Jillian Schmitz)Melissa Adylia Calasanz, C-IAYT returns to Grey MaybeTrigger Warning: Death, grief, cancer, homicide.
Episode seven of the third season of Grey Maybe welcomes back professional dancer and certified yoga therapist (C-IAYT) Melissa Adylia Calasanz. Melissa recounts her brother's sickness and death, the shocking homicide of her neighbor, and the journey of healing her grief and PTSD.
Do’s and Don’ts for supporting a person who is grieving: https://mygriefandloss.org/dos-and-donts-guidelines-for-supporting-a-griever
The book Melissa mentioned ‘Stiff’ by Mary Roach: https://www.amazon.com/Stiff-Curious-Lives-Human-Cadavers/dp/0393881725/ref=asc_df_0393881725/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode...
2023-10-231h 27
Yoga FocusEp. 77: 6 Reasons to Work with a YOGA THERAPIST: With LauraGyogaYoga therapy is a new and growing field that bridges yoga practice & healthcare. In this episode, I will talk about 6 great reasons to work with yoga therapist, as well as what makes yoga therapy unique and effective!
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Laura Goellner OTR/L, E-RYT, C-IAYT
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2023-05-2211 min
Yoga FocusThe 5 Elements of Life: Meditation Workshop Series: The Skills of Self Knowledge for Yoga Therapy with LauraGyogaIf you would like to join me in this Meditation Workshop Series: go over to www.LauraGyoga.com
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This Meditation Series will help you to better understand the 5 Elements of Life (Tattvas) and how they contribute to your health.
In the healing system of Ayurveda (The Science of Life) all things are made up of 5 Elements.
The physical world, our bodies, our personalities and experiences all relate back to the 5 Elements of life. Our health, happiness an...
2023-04-2408 min
Yoga Therapy Hour with Amy WheelerYoga Therapy & Corporate America: Using Patanjali as an Agent of Change Management With Janet Caldwell, MS, C-IAYTAmy and Janet have a unique conversation about the corporate Field of Change Management, as Janet is a Change Management Consultant. Surprisingly, Janet has been able to bridge her management consultant job in corporate America with her deep knowledge of the Yoga Sutra of Patanjali. In fact, this has become her differentiating factor and she is proud to state it on her Linked In profile. And one more surprise, Janet is the daughter of a Christian Minister that loves Jesus, and also teaches Vedic Chanting in the South! This interview is full of heart and soul. It will make...
2023-03-241h 02
Yoga FocusEp. 62: PLAY, FUN and Curiosity in Your Yoga Practice: Part 2: Deep Dive Into Yoga with LauraGyoga's Guide for BeginnersIn the 11th episode in this series "Deep Dive into Yoga" we are looking at more techniques to bring Play, Fun and curiosity into your yoga practice.
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2023-01-2718 min
Yoga FocusEp. 61: Cultivate Playful Curiosity in your Yoga Practice Part 1: "Deep Dive Into Yoga" LauraGyoga's Guide for BeginnersIn our 9th episode in the "Deep Dive Into Yoga" series we are talking about how to bring a sense of PLAY, CURIOSITY and FUN into your yoga practice. This will support consistency in your practice and can be a way to balance some of the "heavy" experiences of daily life.
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2023-01-2214 min
Yoga FocusEp. 60: Explore In Asana to DEEPEN your AWARENESS: "Deep Dive Into Yoga" with LauraGyoga Beginners FREE PDF GuideIn this episode from the "Deep Dive Into Yoga" series I will talk about some ways to explore each Asana (yoga posture) while you are on your mat. This is a great way to learn about your body, strengthen your awareness of the breath and really look at what the posture is doing!
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2023-01-1812 min
Yoga FocusEp. 59: Exploring Types of Yoga Posture Practice & Lineage Styles on the Mat: "Deep Dive Into Yoga" Free Beginners E-Book LauraGyogaThere are SO many types of physical Yoga Practice (Asana, Postures) depending on the style or Lineage you try. Here is a list of some forms of yoga that I suggest trying to broaden your understanding of physical practice & learn some new tools on the Yoga mat!
To download the FREE E-book companion "Deep Dive Into Yoga" head over to www.LauraGyoga.com and sign up for my Newsletter- you will get the PDF sent right to your inbox in the welcome E-mail :)
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2023-01-1421 min
Yoga FocusEp. 58: The 8 Limbs of Yoga: Deepen Your Practice for Beginners With LauraGyoga: Free PDF E-Book GuideThis episode in the "Deep Dive Into Yoga" series we are looking at an overview of the 8 Limbs. I will also give you video resources to go into more detail about each of the 8 limbs with Yoga Focus on YouTube.
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2023-01-1012 min
Yoga FocusEp 57: Deepen Your Yoga Practice On & Off The Mat: "Deep Dive Into Yoga" with LauraGyoga for BeginnersIn this episode of the series I will talk about my specific recommendations about how to deepen your yoga practice, expand your knowledge of yoga and let yoga become integrated into your daily life- instead of just something you practice on your mat.
This episode has a PDF companion E-Book that can be downloaded for FREE when you sign up for my Newsletter at www.LauraGyoga.com
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2023-01-0617 min
Yoga FocusEp. 56: A (super) brief HISTORY of Yoga: Deep Dive Into Yoga: Deepen Your Practice on & off the Mat: For Beginners with LauraGyogaIn Episode #4 in the Deep Dive into Yoga Series we are talking about a VERY Brief history of yoga- just a few points and an overview of some important concepts that a yoga practitioner should know! This is a great topic to dive deeper into as you move your study of yoga forward.
If you would like to download the free PDF E-BOOK "Deep Dive Into Yoga" so you can follow along with these episodes- head over to my website www.LauraGyoga.com and sign up for the Newsletter- you will get it sent right to your in...
2023-01-0117 min
Yoga FocusEp. 55: "Deep Dive Into Yoga": WHAT is YOGA?? Beginners guide to Deepening your Practice On & Off the Mat: FREE E-Book from LauraGyogaIn this episode we are moving farther into my E-Book: Deep Dive Into Yoga by talking about What Yoga is- beyond what we may think when we are first introduced to yoga (in a studio setting or in the western world). Here we will look at the broader scope of what yoga is.
To download the FREE E-Book go over to my website: www.LauraGyoga.com sign up for my newsletter and you will get an e-mail to download the E-book sent right to your in box so you can follow along with all the episodes!
2022-12-2911 min
Yoga FocusEp 54: Self Inquiry Questions on Your Relationship with Yoga: "Deep Dive into Yoga" Deepening your practice On & Off the MatIn the second episode of the "Deep Dive Into Yoga" series we take a look at some of the Self Inquiry questions that you can use to learn more about your current relationship with yoga. This is a dynamic relationship that is always evolving so checking in with these questions can help you to see what is shifting in your practice.
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2022-12-2312 min
Yoga FocusEp. 53: Deep Dive Into Yoga: How to Deepen Your Practice on & off the mat: Introduction & Overview"Deep Dive into Yoga" Intro & Overview
This episode is the first in a series of companion recordings to the E-Book PDF called "Deep Dive Into Yoga". You can download this companion text for free at www.LauraGyoga.com to follow along. There will be a video playlist on Youtube and podcast episodes as well so you can find the format that works best for you!
Now lets go deeper into the study of Yoga!
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2022-12-2209 min
Yoga FocusEp. 52: Occupational Therapist & Yoga Therapist: My Education, Background, Experience & SpecialtiesIn this episode I talk about my education, experience (as a yoga teacher & as an OT) to show how these two professions go SO well together! This is to help other OTs or Yoga Teachers to see the path I took to becoming a Yoga Therapist (a question I get a lot of E-mails about). This is also to help my students to gain a better understanding of my education/experience so they know what I can address & what to expect from working with me. I encourage all yoga teachers and yoga therapists to make their education and experience...
2022-11-1910 min
Yoga FocusEp. 51: Who is Yoga Therapy For? Physical Injury, Mental Health, Self Development, Burnout, High Stress CareersIn this episode I will talk about the many people who could benefit from Yoga Therapy sessions. This includes those with physical health conditions or injuries, mental health conditions, those seeking self development and those suffering from burnout or having difficulty managing a high stress career (Just to Name a FEW!). Yoga Therapy is working to become an integral part of the wellness landscape- bridging the gap between real HEALTH and the Traditional Disease Model.
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2022-11-1311 min
Yoga FocusEp. 50 Yoga Therapy Vs. Group Studio Yoga Class - What is the difference?I often get asked what the difference is between Yoga Therapy and just dropping into a group studio class. Both leave you feeling better right? Well not always. Some students can feel lost in a group class or they may have some medical conditions or physical limitations that cannot be addressed properly in a group class. That is where a 1:1 session can be very helpful- especially when conducted with a Yoga Therapist with an extensive training in how to adapt to the individual!
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2022-11-0609 min
Yoga FocusEp. 49: What Does a Yoga Therapy Session Look Like?In this episode I will answer a common question i get...What does Yoga Therapy Look Like...Are you doing yoga postures, are you talking? Where are yoga therapy sessions held?
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2022-10-2906 min
Yoga FocusEp. 48 Frameworks of Yoga Therapy: The Lens We Use to Look at each PersonIn this episode I will talk about a few of the frameworks that yoga therapists utilize when looking at each person they work with. This includes the Kosha Model, The Model of Stress & Relaxation and the way we look at Illness in context.
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2022-10-2215 min
Yoga FocusEp. 47 Who is a Yoga Therapist? Education, Training, ExperienceIn this episode I will talk about WHO a Yoga THERAPIST is and how that compares to being a Yoga Teacher. What type of education or training is needed to have the designation of Yoga therapist? What can students expect to learn from a Yoga therapist?
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2022-10-1509 min
Yoga FocusEp. 46 What Yoga Therapy IS and IS NOTIn this episode I will talk about What Yoga Therapy IS (Scope of practice) and what Yoga Therapy is not (A licensed Healthcare profession) so you know what to expect from working with a Yoga Therapist
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2022-09-0312 min
The Yoga Pro PodcastHow to Start a Yoga Non-Profit with Mona FlynnHave you been dreaming of starting a non profit yoga business but aren’t sure where to start? In this episode of The Yoga Pro Podcast, Mona Flynn joins us to share important information on how to start a non profit (and some amazing tips), and candid stories from her experience with her own non profit organization. Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts or find it at www.theyogapropodcast.com Mona Flynn, MS, C-IAYT, ERYT500, YACEP, TRE Advanced Provider, is the owner of Life Fit, Inc...
2022-08-3144 min
Yoga FocusEp. 45 An Overview of Yoga Therapy: FAQs about doing Yoga TherapyIn this episode I will answer many of the Frequently Asked Questions Students have when thinking about starting Yoga Therapy.
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2022-08-2711 min
Yoga Therapy Hour with Amy WheelerInterview with Alyssa Pfennig C-IAYT Creating A Digital Yoga Business & Moving Out of the USAOn today’s episode, Amy chats with Alyssa Pfennig an intuitive business coach, digital marketing strategist, and Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) living her best life with her daughter in the heart of Mexico’s central highlands. She has trained in using yoga practices such as asana, pranayama, and meditation, to help with structural, mental, and emotional issues and helps students make every pose accessible and comfortable. Alyssa is an E-RYT 200/RYT 500 with the Yoga Alliance and a member of the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT). Alyssa and Amy discuss Alyssa’s courageous move to Mexico...
2022-08-1957 min
Breathing Deeply Yoga Therapy & MeditationHow Yoga Therapy Can Help Ease Tinnitus With Marta Gil, C - IAYTDid you know yoga therapy can help ease tinnitus?
Well, it most certainly can!
Today, Breathing Deeply founder, Brandt Passalacqua is sitting down with Marta Gil, a graduate of the Breathing Deeply Advanced Yoga Therapy program and an IAYT accredited yoga therapist.
In this episode, Marta is sharing a client she worked with inside the practicum who suffered from tinnitus which is a persistent ringing in the ears.
For those who suffer from tinnitus, it can be very irritating and distracting to their daily life and can interfere with your hearing in your environment. This can bring on a lot...
2022-07-0511 min
The Yoga Pro PodcastSymposium of Yoga Therapy and Research Conference Recap with Pamela CraneEvery year in June the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT) presents the Symposium of Yoga Therapy and Research conference to bring together yoga therapists from all over the world to share practices and workshops to further professional development. This year was the first year since covid that the conference was presented in person (with an option to join virtually) and I was fortunate to be able to attend the sessions in the Chicago area. This episode is an overview of some of the sessions and speakers with my insights on some highlights of the...
2022-06-2916 min
Yoga FocusEp. 44 What are the Effects of Kundalini Yoga Practice?This is a lecture from my FREE online course on Udemy: "Kundalini Yoga 101: The Yoga of Awareness". In this episode we talk about the EFFECTS of kundalini yoga practice.
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2022-05-3116 min
Yoga Therapy Hour with Amy WheelerInterview with Lee Majewski MA, DYEd, C-IAYT on Mechanisms Of Yoga That Contribute To Healing CancerLee Majewski, MA, DYEd, C-IAYT is an author and founding director of Yoga for Health Institute (www.yogaforhealth.institute), a non-profit organization located in Toronto, Canada. She is also a visiting Senior Yoga Therapist at Kaivalyadhama Yoga Institute in India.Her journey through cancer brought home the value of ancient Yogic methods and resulted in creating a unique healing, residential and online, retreat Beyond Cancer which is offered in Australia, North America, and Europe, and is currently online. Lee is recognized internationally as an expert yoga therapist in cancer care and psychosomatic chronic diseases. Her expertise in...
2022-05-271h 30
Yoga FocusEp. 43 What is Kundalini Yoga? The Yoga of AwarenessThis is episode is a piece of my new FREE online course on Udemy: "Kundalini Yoga 101: The Yoga of Awareness"
Here I talk about WHAT Kundalini Yoga is & what makes it different from other styles of yoga practice.
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2022-05-2414 min
Yoga Therapy Hour with Amy WheelerInterview with Anneke Sips Rn, C-Iayt On Relevant Tools That Aid Yoga TherapyIn today's episode, Amy chats with Anneke Sips (RN) founded Network Yoga Therapy and The Yoga Therapy Conference in Amsterdam and is a bridge-builder in the field of yoga therapy for mental health in The Netherlands internationally. Anneke is a Yoga Teacher and Therapist (C-IAYT) who has been working in the field of Psychiatry since 1998. With her holistic and compassionate approach, she supports many clients in private sessions and group therapy. She is passionate about supporting clients and students by integrating yoga therapy into their life. Amy & Anneke talk about Relevant tools that aid Yoga The...
2022-05-201h 27
Yoga FocusEp:42 Kundalini Yoga 101: The Yoga Of Awareness: How I started my PracticeIn this episode, I discuss how I discovered Kundalini Yoga and what kept me returning to this powerful practice. This segment is a part of my FREE online course: "Kundalini Yoga 101: The Yoga of Awareness" on Udemy.com
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2022-05-1707 min
Yoga Therapy Hour with Amy WheelerInterview with Maggie Reagh C-IAYT, E-RYT 500 Embodied Learning of Yogic PhilosophyOn today's podcast, Amy chats with Maggie Reagh, Maggie has an MA in Teaching/ Education and conducts Yoga classes as well as her own 1000-hour, Yoga Therapy Trianing Program, accredited with the IAYT, all focused on the therapeutic benefits of Yoga. She regularly teaches Wellness focused Yoga classes at Capilano University where, in addition, she teaches and coordinates the English for Academic Purposes Department. Maggie started her yogic studies in the Krishnamacharya lineage in 1995 in Vancouver before going to Mysore, India in 2000 with BNS Iyengar. She went on to study with the Desikachar in Chennai, In...
2022-05-131h 24
Breathe BetterInterview with Marilynn PrestonSienna interviews Marilynn Preston an Emmy-winning TV producer, award-winning journalist, best-selling author, and well-being expert.She is the author of All is Well: the Art and Science of Personal Well-Being. Her new “Covid-Edition” has just hit the book stores. As a journalist for the Chicago Tribune, she had the longest-running (40 years) health and fitness column. She also produced the Emmy-winning TV series on sports, fitness, and adventure called "Energy Express”.In this podcast Marilynn and Sienna discuss: Better breathing saves lives but why? Self-care practices can help deal with these Covid times. Healthcare verse self-ca...
2022-05-0652 minBreathe BetterInterview with Anders OlssonAnders Olsson is one of the world's leading experts on breathing. He is also a lecturer, teacher, and founder of the Conscious Breathing concept and the author of the book Conscious Breathing. After living most of his life with a ”hurricane of thoughts” in his head, Anders was fortunate enough to come across tools that have helped him relax and find his inner calm.In this episode, we discuss some key aspects of breathing and how breathing can promote optimal health, fitness, and well-being. Here are some of the topics covered in this episode. Reducing physical pain...
2022-04-011h 10Breathe BetterInterview with Patrick McKeownSienna Smith interviews one of the world’s leading experts on breathing, Patrick McKeown. He is the author of The Breathing Cure and The Oxygen Advantage, and the founder of Buteyko International Clinic. Website: www.ButeykoClinic.comIn this packed episode, Patrick shares the underestimated power of breathing. He talks about some of the most common breathing issues facing adults and offers critical breathing techniques to address these health issues, especially anxiety, depression, stress, and pain.Patrick discusses the difference between having a formal breathing practice and an informal practice offers some crucial points on de...
2022-02-251h 14
Yoga FocusEp. 41: Anatomy Informed Yoga Teacher: The Muscular System, Progressive Loading, Forms of Contraction and StretchingIn this episode of the Yoga Focus Podcast, I will talk about the Key Components to consider when creating an Anatomically Informed Yoga Practice based on the Muscular System. This is a lecture from my online course "Anatomy of Yoga" 3 on Udemy.com
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Laura Goellner OTR/L, E-RYT, LMT, C-IAYT
www.LauraGyoga.com
@LauraGyoga
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Work with Laura Online: I am now offering online courses, in addition to live virtual yoga instruction, yoga therapy and teacher mentoring:
Online Courses through Udemy: “Foundations in Anatomy an...
2022-02-1416 min
Yoga FocusEp. 40: Anatomy Informed Yoga Teacher: The Vascular System, Blood Pressure, Inversions and GravityIn this episode of the Yoga Focus Podcast, we will talk about the Key Components to consider when leading an Anatomically Informed Yoga Practice related to the Vascular System and our Blood Circulation. This lecture is a segment of my online course "Anatomy of Yoga" 3 on Udemy.com as part of the Yoga Teacher Training Workshop Series.
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Laura Goellner OTR/L, E-RYT, LMT, C-IAYT
www.LauraGyoga.com
@LauraGyoga
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Work with Laura Online: I am now offering online courses, in addition, to live virtual yoga instruction...
2022-02-0721 min
Yoga FocusEp. 39: Anatomy Informed Yoga Teacher: Urinary & Reproductive Systems, The Pelvic Girdle & Pelvic FloorIn this episode of the Yoga Focus Podcast, I will talk about the Key Components to consider when teaching an Anatomically Informed Yoga Practice related to the Urinary and Reproductive Systems. This is a lecture from my online course "Anatomy of Yoga" 3 on Udemy.com.
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Laura Goellner OTR/L, E-RYT, LMT, C-IAYT
www.LauraGyoga.com
@LauraGyoga
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Work with Laura Online: I am now offering online courses, in addition to live virtual yoga instruction, yoga therapy and teacher mentoring:
Online Courses through Udemy: “Foundations in...
2022-01-3118 min
Yoga FocusEp. 38: Anatomy Informed Yoga Teacher: The Endocrine System, Sleep & Hormones, Balancing Effort and EaseIn this episode, we will talk about the Key Components to consider when creating an Anatomically Informed Yoga Practice for the Endocrine System. In this series we are looking at the relationship between the major Organ Systems of the Human body & how yoga impacts them. This helps to bridge the gap between learning about Human Anatomy and actually APPLYING what you learn on the mat.
This lecture is a segment from my online course: "Anatomy of Yoga" 3 on Udemy.com
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Laura Goellner OTR/L, E-RYT, LMT, C-IAYT
www.LauraGyoga.com
2022-01-2418 min
Yoga FocusEp. 37: Anatomy Informed Yoga Teacher: The Digestive System, Agni and AsanaIn this episode of the Anatomy Informed Yoga Teacher Series, we will be looking at some of the Key Components and considerations related to the Digestive System. This series is all about how to connect what you learned about the body during your study of Human Anatomy in Yoga Teacher Training to how you sequence and structure class plans. This is a segment from my new course on Udemy: "Anatomy Of Yoga" Part 3: Anatomy Informed Sequencing.
Laura Goellner OTR/L, E-RYT, LMT, C-IAYT
www.LauraGyoga.com
@LauraGyoga
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2022-01-1722 min
Yoga FocusEp. 35: Anatomy Informed Yoga Teacher: The Nervous System, Self Regulation, Sensory Input and TraumaIn this episode, we will look at the Key things I like to consider when creating a yoga class that is informed by the Anatomy and Physiology of the Human Nervous system. This is where we learn to apply the knowledge that is learned in Yoga Teacher Training.
Laura Goellner OTR/L, E-RYT, LMT, C-IAYT
www.LauraGyoga.com
@LauraGyoga
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Work with Laura Online: I am now offering online courses, in addition to live virtual yoga instruction, yoga therapy and teacher mentoring:
Online Courses through Udemy: “Fou...
2022-01-0323 min
Yoga FocusEp. 34: Anatomy Informed Yoga Teacher: The Respiratory System, Breathing & PranayamaIn this episode I talk about the Key Components that I like to include in an Anatomically Informed yoga Practice focusing on the Respiratory System, Breathing and Pranayama. This includes teaching students breath awareness, free natural breathing, breathing ratios and using pranayama with your asana practice.
Laura Goellner OTR/L, E-RYT, LMT, C-IAYT
www.LauraGyoga.com
@LauraGyoga
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Work with Laura Online: I am now offering online courses, in addition to live virtual yoga instruction, yoga therapy and teacher mentoring:
Online Courses through Udemy: “Foundations in Ana...
2021-12-2917 minBreathe BetterGrief Support and Breathing (talk & practice)The breath can support us through the grieving process and it can hold us in our darkest moments. Sienna shares two personal stories from her own life and inspiring words from poets, health professionals, and scientists on how to move through grief in a holistic way. Learn about the 6 things that happen in the body during times of grief. Then empower yourself with the 6 things everyone can do to process, integrate and come out the other side. At the end of the podcast, Sienna takes you on a breathing journey through two transformative breath practices that can help.
2021-12-0627 min
Yoga Therapy Hour with Amy WheelerINTERVIEW WITH HEIDI CROCKER, C-IAYTListen to the full episode by supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/yogatherapyhourHeidi is the new IAYT Accreditation Manager and the Lead on the Certification Exam. She was recently hired by IAYT and has extensive experience in Higher Education. Amy and Heidi have a heady discussion about this emerging Allied Healthcare Field, on credentialling of individuals, accreditation of programs/ schools, the upcoming certification exam that all graduates will have to take before becoming certified by IAYT, licensing in the field of yoga therapy and how yoga therapist can team up with healthcare facilities to pro...
2021-11-2607 min
Breathe BetterImprove Your Sleep (talk & practice)Inadequate sleep now affects more than 70 million US adults and the rate is even higher since the pandemic. The added stress of the pandemic has made it more difficult to calm the mind to the point we can fall asleep and stay asleep. In this episode, Sienna offers 9 Key Sleep Tips including 6 lifestyle tips and 3 proven breathing techniques that will help to improve your sleep immediately. She also shares essential information on the science of sleep that will support you in implementing these tips and techniques successfully. At the end of the episode, She will guide you in two br...
2021-09-2439 min
The Yoga Pro PodcastHow to Build a Successful Yoga Business with Amy WheelerBuilding a successful yoga business requires more than knowledge of yoga practices. You also need business skills and a growth mindset. In this episode of The Yoga Pro Podcast, Amy Wheeler joins us to share wisdom from her journey as a yoga entrepreneur. Amy is the founder and director of Optimal State Programs and is a professor of Kinesiology at California State University, San Bernardino. She is a C-IAYT and has a BA and MA in Health promotion and a Phd in education and psychology. She is a past president of IAYT and has helped the National Ayur...
2021-09-2253 min
The Yoga Pro PodcastYoga Philosophy for Mental Health with Laura EdoffYoga therapy is being used as a tool in mental health clinics and hospitals across the country. Laura Edoff joins us on The Yoga Pro Podcast for part four in our series to chat about how important yoga philosophy is in helping clients with mental health challenges. Laura has been studying and practicing yoga since 2008, and teaching since 2012 in private, studio, corporate, university, and clinical settings. She has a Master’s of Science in Yoga Therapy from Maryland University of Integrative Health, and is a C-IAYT through the International Association of Yoga Therapists. Topics: -L...
2021-08-2548 minBreathe BetterAnxiety Support and Breathing (talk & practice)Science has proven that specific ways of breathing can reduce or eliminate anxiety, stress, and even panic disorders. In this episode, Sienna shares a time when she experienced a panic attack and how years later she discovered practices that helped her to overcome them. She also talks about the science of how stress, anxiety, and panic manifest in the body-mind and shares ways that you can help yourself move through these stressful states with more awareness and ease.To live a more peaceful and happy life it is critical to learn the warning signs of anxiety and...
2021-08-0631 minBreathe BetterUnblock Your Nose (practice)This practice episode includes a short introduction to a key breath practice called the Nasal Unblocking Technique developed by Konstantin Buteyko and furthered by Patrick McKeown in the Oxygen Advantage. Having clear and open nasal passages and airways is critical to proper breathing. This practice will help! Also, listen to Episode #3 The Nose is King for information on how the nose functions and why it is key in breathing better.Sienna has a NEW online breathing course called Alleviate Stress and Anxiety in 6 Weeks. A new cohort is launching soon and podcast listeners get 30% off by using...
2021-07-2908 minBreathe BetterDiaphragmatic Breathing (practice)The diaphragm is the primary breathing muscle and in most people, it is weak, tight, locked, or dysfunctional and they rely instead on the upper chest, neck, and shoulders muscles to do breathe. This is not healthy and creates excess tension in the upper body. The primary breathing muscle, the diaphragm, is used as the main motor of proper breathing. This practice will help you become aware of your diaphragm and guide you in how to use it properly.Alleviate Stress and Anxiety in 6 Weeks is her newly released online breathing course. A new cohort is starting...
2021-07-1908 minBreathe BetterEssential Breath (practice)Be guided in a sound science-based breath practice by Sienna! She designed these episodes to encourage, inspire, and support you in a daily breath practice. In this episode, connect to the power of the breath right now so you can find your home base and get calm, curious, and centered using this essential breathing practice. She walks you through step-by-step so you can start benefiting from Breathing Better right now. Alleviate Stress and Anxiety in 6 Weeks is her newly released online breathing course. A new cohort is starting soon and podcast listeners get 30% off by using the co...
2021-07-1113 minBreathe BetterShift Out of Stress - Interview with John (talk & practice)Sienna interviews John a successful professional in the financial markets and a self-professed Type A personality for decades. All that shifted when he started experiencing sleepless nights, fatigue, anxiety, and chronic pain in his body. Even with regular exercise, chiropractic adjustments, and changes in his diet his health issues persisted. He needed to make BIG changes or risk severe consequences. He started working with his breath. The results were incredible and it changed the trajectory of his entire life for the better. In this episode, he shares his story, insights, and practices with us. The first half of the...
2021-06-3025 minBreathe BetterPower Up the Diaphragm (talk & practice)The diaphragm is the most essential breathing muscle but most of us don’t use it properly. Even if you have experience working with the diaphragm, tune in because countless health-conscious people are still not using this critical muscle fully and it is impacting their health. Most adults use only 10% of the range of the diaphragm when they breathe and this is impacting their health. The good news is that everyone can learn how to increase their awareness of this muscle and strengthen it with specific breathing practices. Every organ and system in your body with thank you for Br...
2021-06-1023 minBreathe BetterThe Nose is King (talk & practice)Breathing through your nose is critical for optimal health, fitness, and performance. Studies show people aren't using their noses as much as they think! In fact, as many as 90% of us have dysfunctional breathing such as mouth breathing and over-breathing. These poor breathing habits contribute to many health issues such as anxiety, fatigue, sleeplessness, snoring, and high blood pressure. In today's episode learn some fun facts about nasal breathing that you've never heard before. Be guided in two breathing techniques to help you reprogram your brain for nasal breathing. Dive in with Sienna to Breathe Better for improved health and...
2021-06-0227 minBreathe BetterLive Longer (talk & practice)Stress and uncertainty fuel our daily life. It's changing our breath, challenging our health, and making our lives shorter. The good news is it doesn't have to be that way. Clinical studies show that everyone can significantly improve their health by breathing better. We can re-pattern and rewire our breath so that we live longer and enjoy a higher quality of life. In this episode, learn the Top 3 Things that Impact our Longevity. Then be guided in two breathing techniques that can help. Life is short, but it is never too late to start a daily breath practice to ma...
2021-06-0225 min
Breathe BetterThe Breath Saved my Life (talk & practice)Sienna shares her personal story of how 2020 rocked her world. She also shares how she used the breath to stay centered, grounded, and focused during the challenges. She shares the #1 essential breath practice with you in this episode. It is the best way to start your breathing practice, and it may not be what you think! We all have the ability to tap into a deep sense of inner peace no matter what is happening in our world. The breath is that powerful and Sienna will guide you through the process. The first half of the episode is talk and...
2021-05-2926 min
Yoga Therapy Hour with Amy WheelerINTERVIEW WITH ALYSSA WOSTREL (EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF IAYT)Listen to the full episode by supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/yogatherapyhourAmy talks with Alyssa Wostrel, the new Executive Director (ED) of the International Association of Yoga Therapists(IAYT). Alyssa’s career has been devoted to increasing access to complementary, integrative, whole-person healthcare by supporting a paradigm shift toward health creation and well-being.She shares how the experience has been in the new role as ED, and how her strong leadership experience in both the nonprofit and for-profit worlds helps in the position she is in. They discuss the progress of th...
2021-05-1404 min
The Yoga Pro PodcastThe Business of Yoga Therapy in Healthcare with Matthew TaylorSummary: How does yoga fit in to the landscape of healthcare and what does the business of yoga look like since COVID 19? Matthew Taylor joins us to discuss these issues and more in this week's episode of The Yoga Pro Podcast: The Business of Yoga Therapy in Healthcare with Matthew Taylor Matthew J. Taylor, PT, PhD, C-IAYT has been leading integrative rehabilitation since 1994. He is past-president of the board of directors of the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT) and teaches nationally on business development for yoga therapists. He is on the IAYT editorial board and is pr...
2021-02-1051 min
Yoga FocusEp. 32: Sleep Hygiene, Insomnia and Yoga Therapy: How to get Restorative SleepIn this episode I talk about the "Sleep Hygiene" strategies that I use with my patients and clients. Good quality sleep is a corner stone of good health and our ability to heal. It impacts our memory, our mood and our experience throughout the day. Good quality sleep is also one of the first things we address when working with individuals that suffer from chronic pain.
There is a video that goes with the audio found in this podcast on YouTube: LauraGyoga: The Yoga Focus Method
You can also see a picture of the "Yoga Wh...
2020-08-0941 min
Yoga FocusEp. 31: Functional Movement and Sustainability in Yoga PracticeIn this episode of the Yoga Focus I am sharing one of the lectures from my new Online Yoga Anatomy & Body Science Course on Udemy. This is the second section in a set of 4 courses that discusses muscle physiology. In this section I am talking about the concept of Functional Movement, Developmental movement patterns and how we can make yoga a sustainable practice throughout the life span.
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There is a slide show that goes with the audio found in this podcast and the full course (41 lectures & practice videos) can be found here: https://www.udemy.co...
2020-06-2345 min
Yoga FocusEp. 30: What every NEW YOGA TEACHER needs to know! Advice for new teachersIn this episode I give you 12 pieces of advice/guidance that I often offer to new yoga teachers. The transition into being a teacher can feel overwhelming- this may help you through that process!
Laura Goellner OTR/L, E-RYT, LMT, C-IAYT
www.LauraGyoga.com
@LauraGyoga
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Note :) All strange background noises are attributed to my dog Redford wanting to be involved. I live in a Tiny House on Wheels that is 192 s.q. feet which creates some challenges in filming/recording content - but it is my experience that there...
2020-05-0733 min
Yoga FocusEp. 29: The 5 Books I use to Teach Yoga Anatomy Teacher Training Module- LauraGyogaIn this episode I talk about the 5 books I use the most frequently when teaching the Anatomy & body science portion of Yoga Teacher Training. These books are great resources for grounding our teachings in science and backing up what we do in yoga with what is happening in our physiology. These are the books that I used when creating my online Yoga Anatomy courses: "Foundations in Anatomy & Body Science for Yoga Teachers" Here: https://www.udemy.com/course/foundations-in-anatomy-for-yoga-teachers-1/?referralCode=173CD4499E32AE50F36D
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Laura Goellner OTR/L, E-RYT, LMT, C-IAYT
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2020-04-2512 min
Yoga FocusEp. 28: The Expanded Kosha Model of Yoga Therapy: Looking at the Person in Context - LauraGyogaIn this episode I talk about the Kosha model- the Layers that make up a person, which is the foundation for the yoga therapy process. I take what I have learned in my 10 years as an Occupational Therapist and expand this view to understand how a person exists in context of their surroundings and how a person's surroundings impact the layers of our being. There is an associated Yoga White Board to visualize this on Instagram @LauraGyoga and a video on YouTube at Laura Goellner's Yoga Focus Method.
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2020-04-2317 min
Yoga FocusEp. 27: The Best Self Development Books for Yoga Teachers & Book GiveawayIn this episode I talk about the 4 books I have read that I think are the most important for the self development of yoga teachers. In the last episode I talked about the 4 main categories of education that go into being a great yoga teacher & one of them was the relationship to the self and the relationship to others (students). These books will give you the tools to work on those skills of relationship and connection to yourself and others so that you can more effectively convey the teachings of yoga.
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2020-04-2011 min
Yoga FocusEp. 26: What Makes a GREAT Yoga Teacher? The essential components of Yoga Teacher TrainingIn this episode I talk about the 4 main components that go into the training of a great yoga teacher. These components work together to create a comprehensive skill set for a yoga teacher to effectively connect and convey information to their students.
Laura Goellner OTR/L, E-RYT, LMT, C-IAYT
www.LauraGyoga.com
@LauraGyoga
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Note :) All strange background noises are attributed to my dog Redford wanting to be involved. I live in a Tiny House on Wheels that is 192 s.q. feet which creates some challenges in filming/recording content...
2020-04-1717 min
Yoga FocusEp. 25: 5 Books Every New Yoga Teacher Needs to Read: AND Book GiveawayIn this episode I talk about 5 of the books that I think are essential to creating a strong base of knowledge for new yoga teachers. These are the books I wish I read when I became a yoga teacher- it would have saved me years of confusion & trying to piece together information!
If you are interested in the Book Giveaway: Go on YouTube and leave a comment under this video (you can tell me what your favorite yoga book is or why you would like to have my book & make sure you are subscribed...
2020-04-1511 min
Yoga FocusEp. 24: Sensory Integration, and the importance of PLAY with Dr. Alanna Pisani: What Yogis can learn about the Nervous System from Occupational TherapyIn honor of Occupational Therapy Month (April) I got to talk to my fellow Occupational Therapist and all around super fun person, Dr. Alanna Marie Pisani. Alanna & I went to Therapy school together and have been bonded as nerds ever since! We love to talk about all sorts of topics related to health and the nervous system, so today we are sharing our conversation about the sensory system and how people process sensory input differently & how this applies to what we do as yoga teachers!
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Get in touch with Dr. Alanna here:
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2020-04-0946 min
Yoga FocusEp. 23: My Custom Meditation Ritual // Segmented Practice // Grounding to manage Anxiety & Worry // Yoga FocusIn this episode you can follow along with the daily meditation practice that I use to ground, settle and focus before starting my day. You can also follow along with the video version on my YouTube Channel (LauraGyoga).
Laura Goellner OTR/L, E-RYT, LMT, C-IAYT
www.LauraGyoga.com
@LauraGyoga
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Note :) All strange background noises are attributed to my dog Redford wanting to be involved. I live in a Tiny House on Wheels that is 192 s.q. feet which creates some challenges in filming/recording content - but it is m...
2020-04-0415 min
Yoga FocusEp. 22 Create your Personal Meditation Ritual (that you will actually stick with!) // Grounding to Manage Anxiety & Worry // LauraGyogaThe two most frequent issues that people face with meditation: being able to settle and be still for a period of time, and finding a practice that they stick with consistently. With these two challenges in mind I set out to create a template to help people create a customized practice that will be best suited to their own personal needs. Once I did this my daily meditation session became something I looked forward to, instead of something that I "had to" do.
You can also go to my website to get a worksheet to go through t...
2020-04-0223 min
Yoga FocusEp. 21: The Language of Anatomy: Terms of Movement for the Neck, Shoulder Blade and Shoulder Joint: For Yoga TeachersThis lecture discusses the anatomical terms for motion (Kinesiology) for the neck (cervical spine), Shoulder blade (Scapula) and the Shoulder Joint (glenohumeral joint). This language is essential to understand as you progress to talking about the joints and muscles (where these movements happen and what muscles make these specific movements happen).
There is a slide show that goes with the audio found in this podcast and the full course (41 lectures & practice videos) can be found here: https://www.udemy.com/user/lauragermanio/
You can also see a sample lecture on my YouTube Channel: LauraGyoga
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2020-03-2816 min
Yoga FocusEp. 20: The Language of Anatomy: Basic Balance Biomechanics For Yoga TeachersIn this episode I talk about some of the terms that you will hear when we are talking about BALANCE. Biomechanics is one area that Yoga Alliance included in the recently upgraded standards for yoga teacher training. This is a lecture from my online course "Foundations in Anatomy & Body Science for Yoga Teachers" that can be found on Udemy.com. There is a slide show that goes with the audio found in this podcast and the full course (41 lectures & practice videos) can be found here: https://www.udemy.com/user/lauragermanio/
You can also see a sample l...
2020-03-2419 min
Concussion: There IS HopeEpisode 10 - Anna Molgard, E-RYT, C-IAYT - Part 2In our last episode with yoga trauma therapist, Anna Molgard, Anna spoke about the physical difficulties she personally had experienced from five concussions and the disregulation that occurred as a result. In this episode she gives us two tangible tools to help us when we feel disregulated in our emotions or even in our physical symptoms. What is exciting is that anyone can benefit from what she will teach us, not just concussion survivors. Let’s listen in as she answers the question, “Just what are some specific tools that can help concussion survivors?”She also explores the pr...
2020-01-3110 minConcussion: There IS HopeEpisode 2 - Anna Molgard, E-RYT 500, C-IAYT - Part 1Hello! Thank you for stopping by! This is launch week for Concussion: There IS Hope, a podcast bringing awe and respect for concussion survivors and their families. Whether you’ve had a concussion or not, there are insidious dangers associated with concussions that all people need to know. Did you know a second concussion on top of a first can cause immediate death? It’s this kind of information you deserve to have; every family needs to know what I’ll be sharing in the episodes to come. Concussions are everyone’s business, and that’s why I’m launching th...
2020-01-1709 min
Critical Conversations about Women's Health & Wellness | Nutrition & Supplements | Holistic#031: Supplements, Multivitamins & The Difference Between Pharmaceutical Grade and Over the Counter, Part Two with Jennifer Klotz, MS, RDHave you ever wondered why pharmaceutical grade supplements are so much more expensive? Or more importantly, are they even any more effective? Have you heard that 'Over The Counter' vitamin brands are exactly the same whether or not they're generic or brand name? What about your multi-vitamin ... are you actually absorbing any of it, or just peeing it out? Diving into all of this + more, with Jennifer Klotz, MS, RD in this episode. THIS EPISODE IS PART TWO, A CONTINUATION FROM EPISODE 30 … Last week: we dove into the importance of...
2019-07-0135 min
Critical Conversations about Women's Health & Wellness | Nutrition & Supplements | Holistic#030: Vitamins & Supplement Quality. What to Look For + What to Avoid with Jennifer Klotz, RDBranching off from the conversation we had in episode #022, all about the power of taking a high quality multivitamin versus a "bad" quality one that might actually be harming your health. That brief comment really sparked your interest and our inboxes were flooded with the following questions we promise to tackle within this episode: How can I tell if my supplements are actually "high quality"? Which brands can I trust? Which brands should I avoid? How can I tell the difference between "good" versus "bad", and what certifications can I look for? What certifications actually matter? Which...
2019-06-2737 min
Critical Conversations about Women's Health & Wellness | Nutrition & Supplements | Holistic#029: Simple Solutions to Improve Your Health, Stress Levels and Digestion with Heather YoungHeather Young, 500 hour Registered Yoga Teacher & Certified Yoga Therapist – has a lot of experience working one on one with clients and helping them achieve balance in more ways than one. She might even have the solution to take your health to the next level - when it seems like Nutrition just isn't enough. Keep in mind: It's never just about one ailment, problem or issue – it's all connected & we're diving into a new approach you may never have considered before. Diving into the 4 Main Pilars: - Posture - Emotions
2019-06-2046 min
Critical Conversations about Women's Health & Wellness | Nutrition & Supplements | Holistic#028: Caffeine Impacts, Coffee Habits, Adrenal Fatigue & What You Can Do About It - The Coffee Episode: Part Two"We typically reach for caffeine because the cue is fatigue." – If you're reaching for caffeine more than once a day – consider the causes. Continued from Episode 27 - diving into the powerful effects that caffeine is having on your body, how much is too much, adrenal fatigue, cortisol, hormones, decaf and the certification you should be looking for. Lastly, adaptogens - and specialty coffee blends... or is it better to enjoy your coffee black? www.criticalconversationspodcast.com/episode028 As you know – we're not here for the fads or promoting the trends. I...
2019-06-1353 min
Critical Conversations about Women's Health & Wellness | Nutrition & Supplements | Holistic#027: The Coffee Episode - A Sustainable, Healthy & Ethical Conversation"Do better, once you know better" – Maya Angelou - it's all about making small changes once you've learned something new and giving yourself the chance to upgrade your routine, not only for your health, but for the health of the planet as well. Join us for a Sustainable, Healthy & Ethical conversation around all things coffee - with Heather Young & Jennifer Klotz of shechangeseverything.com What you'll discover in this episode: - The true health benefits of coffee - The Environmental & Humanitarian impacts our purchases create - Conventional vs. Organic vs...
2019-06-0651 min
Critical Conversations about Women's Health & Wellness | Nutrition & Supplements | Holistic#026: Thyroid Health Do's & Don'ts with Carly Johnson BrawnerThis episode with Carly is full of Simple Solutions & Practical Takeaways for EVERYONE whether or not you have been diagnosed with a thyroid condition, or not. This information, although centered around Thyroid Health - is truly applicable to all of us on so many levels - no matter what we're dealing with. Tackling your top questions all about Thyroid Health & learning from Carly's personal experience. The answers might just surprise you and hopefully even encourage you to look a little closer at your labwork, open up a deeper discussion with your doctor and really start to tune...
2019-05-3041 min
Yoga FocusEp. 7: Spine Articulation: Isolation Vs. Integration of Spine MobilityIn this episode we look at a unique movement that the spine can do: Articulation from Vertebra to Vertebra. I most often see this used in a "roll up" transition, BUT spine articulation can be used in all 3 planes of movement, at all 3 segments of the spine. That articulation can be performed in an ISOLATED fashion focusing on just one area, or in a globally INTEGRATED movement with the rest of the spine or other joints in the body. We will talk about why both of these movement techniques has innate value and helps us to learn about our...
2019-05-2622 min
Critical Conversations about Women's Health & Wellness | Nutrition & Supplements | Holistic#025: Healing Hypothyroid + Hashimoto's Through Holistic Living, with Carly Johnson Brawner of @frolicandflowLike most of us – her story is personal. After struggling with her health for years, Carly was in pursuit of a proper diagnosis over 5 years ago. It didn't happen overnight, but she was ultimately diagnosed with Hashimoto's, a very common autoimmune hypothyroid condition. It's then, that she became increasingly passionate about pursuing answers and identifying the root cause. In this episode: We discuss her health journey pitfalls and successes - including the top 6 changes she made - to heal from the inside out. www.criticalconversationspodcast.com/episode025 "I had to own my state an...
2019-05-2334 min
Critical Conversations about Women's Health & Wellness | Nutrition & Supplements | Holistic#024: Body Posture, Technology Habits, Your Health & What You Can Do About It with Heather Young of @SheChangesEverythingWe spend 42% of our day looking at screens. That's 6 hours and 43 minutes daily – or 7,956 days of your life. Think about how crazy that is. This effects your posture longterm which has direct impact on your mental and physical health. It also changes how people see you, whether or not they take you seriously and whether or not they choose to show you respect. Until something is directly effecting your health – it's really easy to just brush off the small daily habits – you know you should be doing. But here's the thing - research shows...
2019-05-1639 min
Yoga FocusEp. 6: Creating my Book "Yoga Therapy At The Wall"...Struggles in Self PublishingIn this episode we talk about the special project I have been working on for the past several years...Writing a book about therapeutic yoga practice using a wall as a prop. This has been a long process, especially because I did not have any experience going into this. I discuss the reason I wanted to write this manual and ALL the mistakes and struggles that I have encountered in this process.
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2019-05-1439 minCritical Conversations about Women's Health & Wellness | Nutrition & Supplements | Holistic#023: Skin Issues, Digestion & How Balancing Your Stomach Acid Might Just Be The Key, to Long-Term Health. Celery Juice Episode Part 2 with Jennifer KlotzIt's about time we start paying attention to the symptoms and signals our bodies are sending us on a much deeper level. Skin Issues, Digestive Health, Heartburn, nutrient Deficiencies ... they're all more closely related than we realize. When you start paying closer attention to what your body is trying to tell you, you can get closer to discovering and even possibly reversing the root cause of the problem that has been developing overtime. Lifestyle, Diet, Environment, Toxins, Stress ... It's all connected. We dive into this, and so much more within episode 23 ... it's the...
2019-05-0955 min
Yoga FocusEp. 5: The McGill Big 3 Exercises for Back Stability & Why Tension Is Not (always) A Bad ThingThe McGill Big 3 Exercises are a foundation program that is used to create stability and endurance in the lower core muscles. These exercises have been shown to improve the tension of the core muscles so that stability is maintained over a longer period of time without fatigue/strain. Yup...tension...I know yogis shy away from anything that increases tension, but here we start to look at why tension can be a good thing and is actually needed in the body to maintain healthy movement and posture.
The passage I read was from: https://www.acefitness.org/e...
2019-05-0628 min
Yoga FocusEp. 4: Characteristics of Free, Natural Breathing Throughout the Day In this episode of the Yoga Focus podcast we are talking about the 8 characteristics of Free, Natural Breathing. These are the qualities that we want to encourage in the normal breath pattern that carries us through the day. This information is based on "The Breathing Book" by Donna Farhi and some information from Dr. Andrew Weil. In an upcoming episode I will be going over the mechanics of breathing in more depth.
If you would like to see The Yoga White Board you can watch the video format of this podcast on my YouTube Channel:
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2019-04-1143 min
Critical Conversations about Women's Health & Wellness | Nutrition & Supplements | Holistic#015: Sustainable, Healthy, Ethical Choices - with Heather Young & Jennifer Klotz @shechangeseverything When you make small - Sustainable, Healthy, Ethical- changes that matter, over time, it truly can change everything. Simply becoming aware of the changes you can make is all we ask. Making an impact with the information you discover along the way is up to you! In this episode, we only scratch the surface of it all, while discussing plastics, Lyme disease, autoimmune conditions, the invisible chemicals making you fat, formaldehyde, and the clothing you didn't know was labeled as "toxic waste" before it made it to your closet. Sisters Heather Young & Jennifer Klot...
2018-11-0535 min
Conversations with Anne ElizabethEp 62 - Beverly Price RD, MA, E-RYT 200, C-IAYT, CEDRD-SConversation 62: The Story, Journey and Passion of Beverly Price RD, MA, E-RYT 200, C-IAYT, CEDRD-S “I think for anybody going into the field (of dietetics) who maybe have the mindset of ‘I want to do this’ I think it is really important to be open. As you get different experiences, you see what you want and what you don’t what. Then you can actually apply some of the things that maybe you didn’t think were relevant and it ends up being relevant to what you might be doing in the future. ” - Beverly Price RD, MA, E-RYT 200, C...
2018-02-201h 02
Owning HER Health podcastFinding HER BLiss W/ Yogi, Professor and Psychologist Dr Amy Wheeler, PhD, C-IAYTEpisode 31 is yet another powerful treat for this Thanksgiving week of gratitude. I have such respect for the women like this episode's featured Goddess Amy Wheeler, who has come into this tribe and my inner circle of inspiring sisters. Dr. Amy Wheeler is is a Doctor of Education and Psychology and a mentor for many in the yoga therapy and academic world for several years. Her resume on living this life as a goddess of service is impressive. Like me, Amy studied extensively in the more classical application of yoga for deep inner transformation and teaches from...
2017-11-2340 min