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Yoga Medicine151 From Stuck to Thriving: Teacher's SeriesWhen the yoga landscape is changing and trends are constantly shifting, how do we find our place as teachers? How do we balance feeling purposeful and fulfilled with making a sustainable living? This episode is for people who are new to teaching yoga, those who have been teaching for decades, and everyone in between. Hosts Tiffany and Rachel discuss four phases of teaching and the potential pitfalls and pathways of each stage. Listen in to hear what reflections and actions could take you from feeling stuck to a place where you thrive. —
2025-12-0447 min
Yoga Medicine146 Hustle Culture Meets Wellness SphereToday hosts Katja and Tiffany introduce some recent research on an always-interesting topic: the place where hustle culture meets the wellness sphere. In this episode, we discuss how these two fields influence each other, how this relationship has shifted recently, and how yoga teachers can navigate the hustle. Listen in to learn about the origins of hustle culture, how it shows up in the wellness space today, and how yoga can help to adapt to recent challenges and changes that have been perhaps expedited by the recent pandemic. — Show Notes: Origins of hu...
2025-10-0940 min
Yoga Medicine145 Back to the Mat with Tiffany Cruikshank: ShortsIt can be a challenge to maintain a regular yoga practice in the busyness and distraction of daily life. In this short excerpt from Episode 5, Sustainability and Yoga, Rachel and Tiffany talk about what keeps us coming back to our mats year after year. We share the most important question to ask yourself on the mat, and highlight the underrated skill of finding what you need even within a led group class. — Show Notes: Myriad areas for focus and investigation in practice [1:04] The most powerful question to ask on the mat [3:15] An underrated ability: fi...
2025-09-2510 min
Yoga Medicine144 The Power of Language: Teachers' SeriesHow we phrase things is so important, especially in a personal, experiential practice like yoga. Today, hosts Rachel and Tiffany talk about the power of the language we use when teaching. What does it mean to use open and invitational language versus commanding? How can our words help students to feel strong and resilient instead of fearful on the mat? What problems can arise for students when we offer pose options as a hierarchy? Listen in to learn how to tailor your language with more skill and discernment and cultivate an environment in which your...
2025-09-1149 min
Yoga Medicine143 Hip Health & Durability with Tiffany Cruikshank: ShortsWelcome to our new series of "Shorts"—gems from previous podcast conversations that deserve a second look (or listen). This excerpt is drawn from episode 54: Love Those Hips! All About the Hip Labrum. In discussing yoga practices to embrace and avoid during hip labrum injury, hosts Tiffany and Rachel also highlighted how all of us can strengthen, support, and mobilize these crucial joints to maximize their capacity over the long term. They also explored a repeated theme on this podcast: the power of curiosity and how our practice can act as an individual invitation to find the ch...
2025-08-2817 min
Yoga Medicine142 Female Hormones, Immune System, and Exercise: Research RoundupToday, hosts Tiffany and Katja discuss current research on female hormones, the immune system, and exercise. Both the female hormones as well as the immune function are intricate systems – bringing them together adds even more complexity! In this episode, we try to boil down the immune system and inflammatory response and explore recent research that sheds light on the relationship between the menstrual cycle, immune responses and exercise. We also discuss the nuances of inflammatory processes, individualised responses, and potential implications for peri- and post-menopause. Listen in as we talk about the influence of female hormones on im...
2025-08-1434 min
Yoga Medicine140 Game-Changing Hands-On Assists: Teachers' SeriesToday hosts Tiffany and Rachel dive into the muddy waters of hands-on assists. We discuss their complicated history, the different types of hands-on assists, and debate their pros and cons. We also talk about the importance of clear communication and consent, and alternatives you could employ instead. Listen in to hear how truly game-changing assists might be the ones that students find their way to on their own. — Show Notes: Differing attitudes toward hands-on assists over time [1:11] The case for hands-on assists, different types, asking for consent [4:13] Can a teacher know how a student fe...
2025-07-1740 min
Yoga Medicine139 Experiencing Menopause - Research RoundupThere are still plenty of questions about the experience of the transitional phases of our lives. Today, hosts Tiffany and Katja discuss recent research that seeks to shed light on the menopausal transition. Experience of menopause is highly variable from person to person, so in this episode, we explore common symptom clusters identified in the research as well as the phenomenon of "not feeling like myself" in perimenopause. We also talk about how midlife can pose a challenge to one's self-image and discuss how fatigue and emotional volatility may impact a woman's day-to-day in this phase of life.
2025-07-0359 min
Yoga Medicine137 Funk'tional Nutrition: Expert Insights with Erin HoltAn estimated 50 million Americans live with an autoimmune disorder, and women are twice as likely to be affected as men. Yet diagnosis and treatment can be challenging when taking a solely Western medical approach. Today's guest is The Functional Nutritionist, Erin Holt. She has dedicated her life to helping those with autoimmune disorders find their way back to full health, taking a research-based whole-person approach. In this episode, we discuss the major triggers of autoimmune disorders and the current limitations of Western medicine. Listen to learn the key role a multi-disciplinary team can play, and...
2025-06-0559 min
Yoga Medicine135 Yoga as Personalized Medicine?!: Research RoundupAs both yoga teachers and practitioners, it is important to understand how to take general instruction and use it to cater to your personal needs. In this episode, hosts Tiffany and Katja talk about recent research on personalized medicine and training, discuss how wearables and data collection play into individualized training programs, and relate current research findings to personalized yoga approaches. Listen to this episode to learn about the history and trends of individualised medicine and training, how to know which data to collect, why body awareness is important in individualisation, and how to take this perspective...
2025-05-0840 min
The Funk'tional Nutrition PodcastFascia & Lymphatics Explained: Healing Pain, Injury, and Immune Health with Tiffany Cruikshank from Yoga Medicine | Ep 351In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the essential role of fascia and lymphatics in our health, and why these systems are vital for healing. Whether you're dealing with sports injuries, low back pain, chronic pain, digestive issues, or even tension headaches, this episode is packed with valuable insights you won’t want to miss.I’m joined by Tiffany Cruikshank, founder of Yoga Medicine, a transformative online membership that goes beyond just yoga classes. Tiffany’s expertise spans over 15 years in the wellness space, from her early studies in premed and Chinese medicine to her specia...
2025-03-111h 02
Yoga Medicine130 When Should You NOT Teach? Teacher's SeriesConversations on how to secure opportunities to teach yoga are much more common than those on when we should NOT teach, so today hosts Tiffany and Rachel explore a handful of scenarios where you may need to step back from the role of teacher—whether that is just for today or over the longer term. In this episode, we discuss whether it's ever ok for a teacher to simply "go through the motions" and what it means to truly show up for students. We also talk about schedule sustainability and the value of teaching what is meaningful to...
2025-02-2738 min
Yoga Medicine128 Personal Practice TipsMany of us kick off the new year ready to commit (or recommit) to a dedicated personal yoga practice. But as the days and weeks pass, this commitment can start to run out of steam. So today hosts Tiffany and Rachel share their personal practice tips as well as things that have been particularly helpful in keeping their practice going over the years. We emphasize the importance of flexibility of mind and how we can change our lens to turn needs into likes. Listen in to learn how to build a realistic personal practice that supports you.
2025-01-3047 min
Yin Yoga PodcastYin Yoga For Athletes with Tiffany CruikshankS. 4| Ep. 3In this episode of the Yin Yoga podcast, I welcome my guest Tiffany Cruikshank, founder of Yoga Medicine. We'll dive deep into the benefits and considerations of Yin Yoga for athletes, discussing how it can enhance recovery, maintain range of motion, and support mental resilience. Tiffany shares insights from her extensive background in sports medicine and acupuncture, and we address myths and practicalities for incorporating Yin practices into an athlete's routine. Find Tiffany:https://yogamedicine.com/https://www.instagram.com/tiffanycruikshank/
2025-01-241h 22
Yoga Medicine125 Teaching Yoga in Changing TimesChange is constant and inevitable, but the sheer speed of recent changes in the yoga world leaves many of us confused about what it actually looks like and means to be a yoga teacher right now. Today hosts Rachel and Tiffany look back over the massive changes that have occurred in the yoga world over the past few decades, and what they might signal for the years ahead. We debate the pros and cons of boom times, the rise of social media, and the ever-evolving needs of students. Listen to this episode to learn how y...
2024-12-191h 09
Yoga Medicine123 Sequencing Pitfalls (and How to Avoid Them)Today's topic is one of our favorites. Hosts Tiffany and Rachel dive deep into sequencing to unpack common pitfalls for yoga teachers and how they can be avoided. Is there such a thing as too much of a good thing? How can we choose a class focal point or theme that resonates with students? Are we teaching from a place of thinking rather than feeling? In this episode, we talk about the most important aspects of sequencing, what to add to or trim out of your class, and how to shorten or elongate students' perception of time.
2024-11-2152 min
Yoga Medicine122 Estrogen Effects on Muscle: Research RoundupToday hosts Tiffany and Katja discuss recent research on estrogen's effects on muscle. This is a hot topic at the moment, so in this episode, we share the importance of understanding the background of our hormones and the effect of estrogen on areas like muscle mass, neuromuscular activation, and recovery. Listen in to learn how the effects of estrogen are being studied in research and the different ways that estrogen impacts our muscular tissues. — Show Notes: Background on estrogen's relationship with fascia and tissue [1:59] How is the effect of estrogen on muscle be...
2024-11-0740 min
Yoga Medicine120 Neck Pain Hidden ContributorsToday hosts Tiffany and Rachel talk about the all-too-common complaint of neck pain and its hidden contributors. We discuss local sources of neck tension, explain the importance of the thoracic spine and shoulder complex, and dive into more subtle influences like posture, the nervous system, and even breath mechanics. Listen in to learn a well-rounded approach for generalized neck pain relief. — Show Notes: Myriad potential reasons for generalized neck issues [00:47] A good starting place: stretches or strengthening for the neck itself [2:36] Differentiate between neighboring muscles in neck tension [3:44] Mixed signals around the cu...
2024-10-1045 min
Yoga Medicine118 Pranayama Myths & Misconceptions: Research RoundupToday hosts Tiffany and Katja dive into the common misconceptions around breath work and Pranayama. Is breathwork really the new Pranayama? Is deep breathing indeed always better? Does breathwork really need to be intense to work? In this episode, we unpack these and other common misconceptions about Pranayama and breathwork. Listen in to find ways to feel better in your life through a better understanding of Pranayama. — Show Notes: Myth 1: Breathwork is the new pranayama [3:07] Myth 2: The ultimate goal of pranayama is to fully control the breath [9:02] Myth 3: Pranayama must be practiced ov...
2024-09-1248 min
Yoga Medicine115 Who is Yin Yoga NOT For?Any potent practice carries the potential for adverse effects, and yoga - while comparatively gentle - is no exception. Yin yoga seems to generate especially polarized views, so today hosts Tiffany and Rachel unpack its common cautions and contraindications. Listen in as we explore who Yin yoga is best for versus who might invest their time elsewhere, and share our tips on how we can all approach this nourishing practice to minimize risks and maximize benefits. — Show Notes: Polarized views of Yin yoga [3:33] Yin and hypermobility [6:09] Approaching Yin when you don...
2024-08-0158 min
Yoga Medicine113 Tissue Stiffness - Friend or Foe?Today hosts Tiffany and Katja discuss a topic near and dear to Katja: tissue stiffness. Claims about terms like stiffness and tension in the body can be confusing, so our goal with this episode is to clear up some of that confusion as well as leave some space for what we do not know yet. In this episode, we talk about terminology and physiology around tissue stiffness. We also talk about factors that influence stiffness and if stiffness is a friend or foe when it comes to athletic performance, injury risk, and disease of the musculoskeletal system. ...
2024-07-0451 min
Yoga Medicine111 Answering Student Questions: Teacher's SeriesToday hosts Tiffany and Rachel dive into the topic of student questions and share their thoughts on how to answer them. Student questions can be intimidating, prompting anxiety around whether we will be able to answer "correctly", but so many positives can come from opening a dialogue with students actively seeking more information. We talk about ways to handle student questions relating to pain, injury, and medical conditions, on pose alignment and progression, and around the choices you make as a teacher. Listen to this episode to learn how to handle yoga student questions and...
2024-06-0655 min
Yoga Medicine110 Fascia Science Meets AcupunctureToday hosts Tiffany and Katja are looking at where the fascia and acupuncture worlds collide. There is a lot of info out there on possible mechanisms behind acupuncture, and while research is great, we really need to look into the details for answers. In this episode, we talk about the relationship between fascia and Traditional Chinese Medicine. We also talk about acupuncture and how it can affect the connective tissue matrix. Listen to this episode to learn what we know so far about current research that points to fascia as a potential substrate for energy...
2024-05-2341 min
Yoga Medicine108 Integrating New Tools in your Teaching: Teacher's SeriesComing home from another yoga teacher training, full of new information and techniques to utilize, can be exciting…and also overwhelming. In today's episode, hosts Tiffany and Rachel talk about how to integrate all the tools you learn in training in a way that is meaningful for your students. In this episode, we stress the importance of a slow and steady approach guided by clarity of purpose for each class. Listen in to learn how to incorporate new material and when to use which teaching tools in both group classes and when working with students on...
2024-04-2535 min
Yoga Medicine107 Beat BurnoutBurnout is becoming a more common experience than ever, in the yoga world and beyond, so today hosts Tiffany and Rachel dive into the varied experiences of and solutions to this problem. We discuss three common precursors to burnout and how challenging it can be to generate the energy required to recognize and resolve it. We also share the role yoga practice can play in helping us build long-term physical and mental resilience as an antidote to burnout. Listen to this episode to learn what burnout is, what causes contribute, and the intangible game-changers you...
2024-04-1137 min
Next Level Soul Podcast with Alex FerrariBONUS MONDAYS: Unlocking the SECRETS of Yoga - Find Out What It Does to Your Mind & Body! with Tiffany CruikshankTiffany Cruikshank is the founder of Yoga Medicine® and internationally acclaimed due to her ability to fuse the two worlds of eastern and western medicine together and apply it to the practice of yoga in an accessible and relevant way.An international yoga teacher, author and health and wellness expert, Tiffany Cruikshank is known as a teacher’s teacher and has written for and graced the cover of many prominent publications.Teaching for over 25 years, Tiffany has a premed Bachelor’s degree in Medicinal Plant Biology and a Masters in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine with a speci...
2024-04-011h 06
Yoga Medicine104 Safe or Fun? Teacher's SeriesToday hosts Tiffany and Rachel discuss a question many yoga teachers grapple with: should we aim to make our classes safe or fun? Is it possible to do both? In this episode, we talk about the challenges teachers face when balancing these two aims in all-levels classes. We offer tips on how to keep safety in mind as you plan and teach yoga classes, and dissect what fun could actually mean for your students. Listen in as we talk about the pressure to teach appropriate and engaging classes to all-levels and share tips for encouraging y...
2024-02-2944 min
Yoga Medicine102 Fascia & Pain, A Deeper DiscussionToday's hosts Tiffany and Katja return for a deeper discussion of fascia and pain. Recently, fascia is being more generally acknowledged as a pain generator, especially of one specific type of pain: myofascial pain. In this episode, Tiffany and Katja discuss the mobility of fascia, look at fascia as a sensory organ, and explain the influence of fascia on pain mechanisms. Listen to this episode to learn how to interact with and influence the fascia and what this information can teach us about implications for pain and mobility disorders. Show Notes: Understanding the complexities...
2024-02-0157 min
Yoga Medicine99 Dynamic Stretching: Research RoundupToday hosts Katja and Tiffany dive into the importance of dynamic mobility training and its broader applications. Stretching is always a loaded topic. There are lots of different opinions and broad research available, with new research being released regularly. In this episode, we talk about the newer research on dynamic stretching and how it relates to athletic performance and injury prevention. Listen in to learn the purpose of stretching, how to incorporate dynamic stretching before exercising, and the different psychological aspects of different stretching modalities. Show Notes: Static stretching before sports [2:31] Purpose and type of...
2023-12-2147 min
Yoga Medicine98 The Pros & Cons of Using Anatomy in YogaThere is no shortage of strong opinions on what areas of study are appropriate for yoga teachers and students. The study of anatomy is one that, at times, inspires controversy - so today hosts Tiffany and Rachel dive into the pros and cons of using anatomy in yoga. We discuss the challenges of using anatomical language and the risk that a simplified model might be confused with reality. We also debate whether emphasizing the physical could detract from more subtle aspects of yoga practice, as well as how it might provide a shared experience to more deeply co...
2023-12-0748 min
Yoga Medicine97 New Perspective on Athletic Performance in the Menstrual Cycle: Research RoundupToday hosts Tiffany and Katja talk about a topic that always draws a lot of interest: the female menstrual cycle. The pair discuss new research around athletic performance throughout the cycle, offering new angles that go beyond the fluctuations of female sex hormones. They focus on new findings that consider the importance of psychological aspects in this context. Listen in to learn some new perspectives on athletic performance and the female cycle and ways to use yoga to support your menstrual cycle. Show Notes: Assumptions of menstrual cycle-based training [3:51] New research on performance during...
2023-11-3037 min
Yoga Medicine95 Smarter Not Harder: Creative SequencingFeel pressured to make your classes new and exciting? More complex? More demanding? Today hosts Tiffany and Rachel offer tips for yoga teachers who are ready to work smarter, not harder, when crafting class sequences. In this episode, we talk about the importance of starting with a clear focal point and a base class template, and the benefits of reusing past sequences. We also discuss the two parts of the creative process and what to do when you are sapped of inspiration. Listen in to learn how to save time and energy with a simple...
2023-11-091h 13
Yoga Medicine93 Calm Under Pressure: Research RoundupToday hosts Tiffany and Katja talk tips for keeping calm under pressure. This episode is all about choking up or freezing under pressure, which can apply to so many different situations whether you're a yoga teacher, a presenter, or an athlete. We talk about the mechanisms behind choking under high-pressure situations and offer tools that you can use to prepare yourself for situations where you might encounter hyperarousal, distraction and excessive self-focus, which can get in the way of your performance. Listen in to learn what is happening in your body when you face pressure and what...
2023-10-2644 min
Yoga Medicine90 Leadership in YogaToday's media landscape - which equates leadership with certainty of opinion, popularity, or charisma - can be challenging for yoga teachers to navigate. So today, hosts Tiffany and Rachel explore what leadership can look like in the yoga world. We discuss the importance of humility and vulnerability, the challenge of balancing evidence-based with more traditional inputs, and whether there are different expectations of yoga teachers than there are of other roles in our communities. Listen in as we explore the kind of leadership that lifts everyone up. Show Notes: Confusing certainty or po...
2023-10-0559 min
Yoga Medicine87 The Science of Breathing Less: Research RoundupToday hosts Tiffany and Katja hone in on another topic related to pranayama: the science of breathing less. In this episode, we talk about the natural fear of retention of the breath and what we can do to combat this fear. We also connect the dots between concepts like intermittent hypoxic training, breathing less volume, and voluntary hypoventilation and talk about how all those practices may affect breathing gases. Finally, we talk a lot about the application of breathing less in our own practice and how to experiment with it. Listen in to learn where the concept...
2023-09-1435 min
Yoga Medicine85 Research Roundup: A Stroll Through the Breathwork LandscapeToday hosts Tiffany and Katja take you on a stroll through the breathwork landscape. In this episode, the pair gives an overview of the origins of different breathing practices - covering Eastern traditions from India to China, techniques founded by "psychedelic" transformational and scientific communities as well as practices stemming from Eastern Europe. If you've ever wanted an overview of where Conscious Connected Breathing, Tummo, Resonant Frequency breathing, and Buteyoko came from - this is the episode you've been waiting for. We also discuss the bigger picture of breathwork as a whole and how Pranayama...
2023-08-2450 min
Yoga Medicine83 Research Roundup: Updates on Polyvagal TheoryToday's topic is an interesting one that comes up a lot in the yoga world. In this episode, hosts Tiffany and Katja talk about the latest research and newest findings on the Polyvagal Theory. They discuss the evolutionary biology that Polyvagal Theory is based around, the neuroanatomy that's involved, and assumptions that have been made about this complex aspect of the body. Listen in to learn about the anatomy of the vagus nerve and how Polyvagal Theory is applied in yoga and therapeutic settings. Show Notes: The emergence of Polyvagal Theory [2:58] Evolutionary biology and...
2023-08-1052 min
Yoga With Jake PodcastTiffany Cruikshank: Her path to an impactful, successful and meaningful career in yoga, health and wellness.Tiffany Cruikshank, L.Ac., MAOM, is the founder of Yoga Medicine®, a community of yoga teachers focused on fusing science and research with traditional yoga practices to serve the medical communities with a mission to help people thrive and live their best lives.Tapping into her medical background in Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine, Sports Medicine and Orthopedics, Tiffany’s teaching is guided by a strong anatomic focus and her ability to convey a clear understanding of complex subjects. Tiffany’s passion is empowering people with tools to support their health. She loves training teachers to understand the inner worki...
2023-08-071h 05
Yoga Medicine82 Building a Healthy Relationship with Social MediaToday hosts Tiffany and Rachel talk about building a healthy relationship with social media. These platforms have become a ubiquitous facet of our lives, so in this episode, we examine the way we use social media as yoga students and teachers. We discuss the pros of social media, like its capacity to help us connect with other people, the sense of community it can create, and the resource-sharing capabilities it allows for. We also talk about some of social media's trickier topics like dealing with negativity, the futility of chasing the algorithm, and engaging with misinformation.
2023-08-031h 07
Yoga Medicine77 Restorative Yoga EssentialsIn our busy lives, it can be challenging to allow ourselves to truly rest, but there are potent benefits to be gained when we do. So today hosts Tiffany and Rachel dive into the stillness and quiet of restorative yoga. In this episode, we outline the key characteristics of restorative yoga and how they work to soothe the nervous system and offer an antidote to stress. We discuss who restorative yoga is for, how to navigate its most common challenges, and how it compares to Yin yoga. Listen in to hear about the unique benefits...
2023-06-2257 min
Yoga Medicine75 Research Roundup: Fascia & Immune SystemToday hosts Tiffany and Katja discuss fascia and the immune system. In this episode, learn what role the fascia plays in the immune system and which less obvious components of fascia contribute to this relationship. We also cover why fibroblasts are dynamic participants of immune processes, and how fluid flow versus stagnation play into immune function. Listen in to learn how cells within our fascial system enable communication in our tissues, the pros and cons of mechanical fascial manipulation, and recent research into the possible existence of a fascial microbiome. Show Notes: Introducing fascia...
2023-06-0845 min
The Shift with Katherine MaslenExpert Tiffany Cruikshank on How Yoga Helps Us to Recognise the Brilliance of the Healing ProcessWelcome to The Shift expert series with naturopath, nutritionist and author Katherine Maslen as she explores the state of human health, the dysfunction of the health industry and provides people with the tools, knowledge and understanding to make the shift in their lives. In the expert series of The Shift, Katherine explores deeper conversations with the world leaders featured in Season Two, the investigative Docu-Series on Women's Health. If you want to make the shift towards more informed decisions regarding better health, then this podcast is for you. Tiffany Cruikshank, founder of Yoga Medicine – a commu...
2023-06-0653 min
Yoga Medicine73 Unpacking Overhead Shoulder PainToday hosts Tiffany and Rachel explore one of the more common challenges yoga students face: shoulder pain when arms are overhead. We shed some light on this common issue, unpacking the anatomical structures involved, and discussing possible triggers. Given how often we take our arms overhead – in yoga, sport, and daily life – we are likely to come across this issue at some point. So whether you are a teacher or yoga student, whether you have this issue or are working with those who do, listen in to this episode to learn all about overhead shoulder pain, and more...
2023-05-1848 min
Yoga Medicine71 More Controversial Yoga CuesToday hosts Rachel and Tiffany continue the conversation we started in Episode 56, exploring controversial yoga cues. There is so much to say on the topic, so we are back with a second episode to unpack when these familiar cues are useful (and when they aren't), the potential downside of protective cues, and the one yoga cue that Rachel hates. Show Notes: Even the best cues don't always translate across cultures [2:42] "Shoulders back and down" [4:05] Cueing based on specific intention instead of a laundry list approach [12:30] "Soften your glutes" versus "Squeeze your glutes" in backbends [14:19] "Turn your...
2023-05-041h 02
Yoga Medicine70 Yoga & MFR: Fundamentals to Get the Most Out of Your PracticeWe've gone in depth in previous episodes on the topic of myofascial release or MFR, so today hosts Tiffany and Rachel take a step back to focus on the basics. In this episode, we give tips for implementing MFR in your practice, what to pay attention to, why we love it, how we use it, and how our practices have changed over the years. Listen in to learn what we love about myofascial release, common pitfalls, and tips for practicing MFR before, during, and after more traditional yoga practices. Show Notes: Tiffany's background in M...
2023-04-201h 01
Yoga Medicine69 Yoga to End Human Trafficking: The Yoga Medicine Seva Foundation - Past, Present & FutureToday host Tiffany talks with Amanda B. Cunningham, director of Yoga Medicine Seva Foundation, about human trafficking and the work of the Seva Foundation. This episode is a more personal, conversational chat about the nonprofit and what is important to us as yoga teachers. In this episode, we discuss the many ways that the organization has evolved over the years and the ins and outs of human trafficking. Listen in to learn about our main projects, our favorite parts, and how you can support the cause. Show Notes: How the Yoga Medicine Seva Foundation...
2023-04-131h 07
Yoga Medicine67 Hyaluronan, Fascia & Yoga: Research RoundupToday hosts Tiffany and Katja are back for another research roundup, this time on hyaluronic acid or hyaluronan. This molecule is not only used in face creams but also helps to create tissue properties related to the slide and glide between tissue layers. In this episode, we talk about where it is found in the body, how it is produced, and how it is affected by bodily movement. Listen in to learn how hyaluronan works, how it relates to the yoga practice, and why it's important for our lives. Show Notes: Main attributes of h...
2023-03-3058 min
Yoga Medicine64 Impactful Pain StrategiesToday hosts Tiffany and Rachel hone in on a topic of interest for both yoga students and teachers: strategies to address persistent pain. While persistent pain is dismayingly common, the journey to recovery is a personal one, requiring an individual understanding of our physical state, along with our feelings and beliefs. In this episode, we discuss the effect of language on pain-related fear and how pain education can have a surprising impact on pain perception. We also explore sneaky yet effective ways to work with persistent pain as a yoga teacher, and how to help students in...
2023-03-091h 06
Honestly Unbalanced#82 - TIFFANY CRUIKSHANK - On blending Western and Eastern medicine, how gratitude practices impact the brain & acknowledging the limits of our knowledgeTiffany Cruikshank (@tifanycruikshank) , L.Ac., MAOM, is the founder of Yoga Medicine®, a community of yoga teachers focused on fusing science & research with traditional yoga practices, with a mission to help people thrive and live their best lives. Tapping into her medical background in Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine, Sports Medicine & Orthopedics, Tiffany’s teaching is guided by a strong anatomic focus and her ability to convey a clear understanding of complex subjects. Tiffany’s passion is training teachers to understand the inner workings of the body to individualize therapeutic yoga practices and she has trained over 15,000 teachers around the world since 20...
2023-03-0758 min
Yoga Medicine62 Yoga During Menstruation: Yes or No?Today hosts Rachel and Tiffany tackle the taboo topic of yoga during menstruation. We examine traditional barriers to practicing during menstruation and more modern takes on which poses and practices might be more or less supportive. In this episode we also reframe menstruation as a "fresh start", a window into our internal state, share a wide range of techniques to ease menstrual discomfort, and consider the process from a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective. Whether you menstruate or teach people who do listen in to this episode to learn how to craft a yoga practice that i...
2023-02-2346 min
Yoga Medicine61 What to Expect When You DissectThere are always plenty of questions about dissections and how to prepare for them. Today, hosts Katja and Tiffany talk about the different types of dissections, why the experience is so valuable, what we can learn from it, and why you might want to do one — or not. Listen in for the pair's valuable tips for preparing yourself to take a course in human dissection. Show Notes: The kinesthetic experience of dissection [1:34] Dissection versus prosection [3:47] The gift of dissection [7:32] Working with embalmed or unembalmed cadavers [10:27] Types of embalming [12:18] Benefits of dissection course [19:20] Dissection preparation tips [20:20] Key ta...
2023-02-1633 min
Yoga Medicine58 Supercharge Your Practice with Lymphatics: Expert Insights with Tiffany Cruikshank L.Ac, MAOMToday Tiffany shares her passion for one of the body's lesser-known and appreciated organ systems, the lymphatic system. We've known about the system for over 400 years and yet our understanding of its function and contribution to health has a long way to go. However, given what we do know about this vital system, there is potential for yoga practice to provide significant support for its healthy function. Tiffany unpacks how the lymphatics act as both a "clean-up crew" for the circulatory system and an "information highway" for the immune system, along with other key roles, and shares...
2023-01-2650 min
Yoga Medicine55 Resolutions, Healthy Habits, & Kicking Off 2023Happy New Year! Today hosts Tiffany and Rachel start 2023 on the right foot by discussing the far-reaching impact our daily habits have on every aspect of our health. We talk about the pros and cons of New Year's resolutions, and how realistic goals, framed positively, could be the most helpful. Listen in for inspiration as you set your expectations for 2023. Show Notes: Pros and cons of New Year's resolutions [2:28] Tiffany's January cleanse as an opportunity to assess and reset [5:13] How yoga helps us identify and investigate habitual behaviors [7:54] The impact of realistic...
2023-01-0536 min
Yoga Medicine54 Love Those Hips! All About the Hip LabrumToday hosts Tiffany and Rachel delve into a sometimes controversial topic in the medical and yoga worlds: the hip labrum. In this episode, you will learn what the hip labrum is and how it acts as a crucial source of stability and durability for the hip joint. We discuss common injuries that we see in that part of the body, and how they are diagnosed and treated by healthcare professionals. Listen to this episode as we explore why labrum injuries seem so common in yoga practitioners, share a wide range of yoga practices to help...
2022-12-081h 15
Yoga Medicine53 Favorite Takeaways & Recaps – Our One Year CelebrationAs the year comes to a close, hosts Tiffany, Rachel, and Katja take a look back at some of their top takeaways from the first year of the Yoga Medicine Podcast. After 52 episodes—sharing information at the intersection of science and research, individual experience, and traditional practices that have stood the test of time—the three hosts share their favorite topics, guests, and episodes, as well as their thoughts on repeated themes that have emerged. Show Notes: Opportunities to connect with our community and receive feedback [3:18] The joy of researching to prepare for each topi...
2022-12-0143 min
Yoga Medicine52 Nitric Oxide: Research RoundupNitric Oxide (NO) has been on people's minds for a few years now in the yoga and wellness worlds. It is such a potent gas in the body and it has so many different effects, so today hosts Tiffany and Katja are here to help you to understand more of the recent research. In this episode, Tiffany and Katja talk about the effect that increased nitric oxide production has on blood flow and blood pressure as well as the nervous and immune systems. They also break down the physiology of nitric oxide in the body and discuss how certain...
2022-11-2453 min
Yoga Medicine48 Research Roundup: Female HormonesToday hosts Katja and Tiffany discuss the empowerment that comes with an understanding of female hormones and their fluctuation through the menstrual cycle. Yoga encourages this deeper personal investigation and can also provide support and relief to the body as it moves through the phases of the menstrual cycle and life. In this episode, Katja and Tiffany talk about the various factors that affect the menstrual cycle, how this cycle affects our physical and cognitive function, and what happens during each phase. Listen in to learn about how female hormones influence our muscles and fascial tissues, how...
2022-10-271h 00
Yoga Medicine43 Research Roundup: Pitfalls of Mindfulness ResearchThere is so much research and information out there about mindfulness, so today hosts Tiffany and Katja tackle this big and important topic from a different angle. In this episode, the pair takes a critical lens and unpacks the pitfalls of mindfulness research. Tiffany and Katja discuss how mindfulness is defined in the research, why self-selection of study participants may be of importance, and what the field of Contemplative Neuroscience is all about. They also touch on contraindications and adverse events of mindful meditation, as well as considerations surrounding mindfulness practices and mental health. Listen in to...
2022-09-2247 min
Yoga Medicine40 Lessons Learned Inverted with Amelia SchraderThe image of a handstand or forearm stand on the beach is such a stereotype in modern postural yoga that it's almost easy to forget that these poses have a real power and potency to them. Today host Rachel talks with Amelia Schrader about what she has learned from her long-standing inversion practice. Amelia is a yoga teacher and educator with a Bachelor of Health Science and a background in Naturopathy. After getting a taste of inversions in gymnastics as a child, she was humbled by relearning these poses as an adult. In this episode...
2022-07-2855 min
Yoga Medicine39 MFR Applications & ResearchToday hosts Tiffany and Katja are focusing in on myofascial release (MFR) applications and the current MFR research. In this episode, we talk about what the research suggests at this time regarding the duration and frequency of MFR, the speed and intensity of its application, and ways of combining MFR with yoga and other stretches for both athletes and non-athletes alike. As always, keep in mind that, with the application of MFR, there are plenty of individual variables to consider from person to person, so this episode is more of a general overview than a personalized plan. ...
2022-07-211h 10
Yoga Medicine36 Shoulder IQ: What, Why & HowOur shoulders are something of an underdog, but just because the joints and muscles of the shoulders are less familiar than those of the hips or spine doesn't mean they are less important. These under-appreciated joints have massive impact on our yoga practices and beyond. Today hosts Tiffany and Rachel talk about the importance of the shoulders and share favorite practices for both mobility and stability. They explore how shoulder work can be key to unpacking neck and upper back issues, plus improving posture and breathing. They even discuss the more subtle impact of shoulders on confidence...
2022-06-301h 07
Yoga Medicine35 Fascia & the Autonomic Nervous SystemToday hosts Tiffany and Katja continue the discussion on fascia and more specifically how our fascia is connected to the autonomic nervous system. This relationship reminds us that movement has a profound effect on our minds and emotions and that the inverse is also true. In this discussion, Tiffany and Katja explain different pathways how the fascial system is related to the autonomic nervous system. They share more reasons to incorporate some myofascial release work into our yoga practice and elaborate why working with the abdomen can have a powerful effect on the whole autonomic nervous system. They also...
2022-06-231h 01
Yoga Medicine34 Live YOUR Life with Kathryn Budig. Bravery, Balance, Body Positivity and Celebrating Pride Month!Many of us feel the weight of others' expectations to look, speak, or feel a certain way. But perhaps if we were able to be more fully ourselves, as yoga teachers we could then create spaces that welcome our students to do the same. Today's episode is a warm and heartfelt conversation between Tiffany and long-time friend, Kathryn Budig. Kathryn is a shining example of following her own compass in work and in life. Building on almost two decades as an internationally recognized yoga teacher, author, and podcaster, Kathryn has created a unique online community that celebrates...
2022-06-1656 min
Yoga Medicine32 Harness Your Potential, Yoga for Athletes with Jenni Tarma & Alison HeiligHow do we as yoga instructors help athletes train to stay healthy, durable, resilient, and at peak performance? Tiffany chats on these big questions with two coaches and Yoga Medicine Therapeutic Specialists - Jenni Tarma and Alison Heilig. Jenni is a Yoga Medicine Online instructor, endurance athlete, and CrossFit trainer who works with weight lifters and athletes at all skill levels. Alison is an accomplished ultra-marathon runner and weightlifter as well as a strength and endurance coach and certified running coach, corrective exercise specialist, and certified nutritional coach. In this episode, we discuss flexibility versus stiffness, recovery, cross-training, myofascial...
2022-06-021h 19Next Level Soul Podcast with Alex FerrariNLS 066: Unlocking the SECRETS of Yoga - Find Out What It Does to Your Mind & Body! with Tiffany CruikshankTiffany Cruikshank is the founder of Yoga Medicine® and internationally acclaimed due to her ability to fuse the two worlds of eastern and western medicine together and apply it to the practice of yoga in an accessible and relevant way.An international yoga teacher, author and health and wellness expert, Tiffany Cruikshank is known as a teacher’s teacher and has written for and graced the cover of many prominent publications.Teaching for over 25 years, Tiffany has a premed Bachelor’s degree in Medicinal Plant Biology and a Masters in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine with a speci...
2022-05-141h 06
Yoga Medicine29 Stretching: The Myths & the ResearchWhen it comes to stretching, many things have gone in and out of style. There are still plenty of myths and misconceptions out there and there is still a lot we don't know. To complicate matters even further, stretching is one of the more confusing areas of research because the terminology, application, and even results in stretching studies vary greatly. In this episode, hosts Tiffany and Katja talk about the myths and the research on stretching, different types of stretching, using stretching before or after exercise or yoga, and how stretching really is a whole body affair.
2022-05-121h 07
Yoga Medicine26 Support the Low Back with Tiffany Cruikshank and Jenni TarmaWe have an instinctive understanding of the importance of the spine, especially the weight-bearing structures of the low back. But given that the majority of us will have some experience of low back pain during our lives, perhaps we need a little help figuring out how to best support it during yoga practice and in daily activities. In this episode, hosts Tiffany and Rachel explore the low back with Yoga Medicine teacher Jenni Tarma. Jenni co-teaches the Yoga Medicine Spine Anatomy, Disfunction, and Application Yoga Teacher Training. As an RRCA endurance coach, CrossFit Level 1 Trainer, and lifelong...
2022-04-211h 16
Yoga Medicine24 Yoga & Injury, Part 2Last week we opened a conversation about yoga and injury. Tiffany and Rachel talked about the three main phases of healing, common mistakes made during the healing process, and what role therapeutic yoga can play. This week we continue the conversation, with Tiffany and Rachel now focusing on how teachers and students can reduce the potential for yoga injuries. In this episode, Tiffany and Rachel discuss whether or not to ask about injuries before class, poses and transitions they avoid or approach with caution, and practical tips to create a yoga practice that focuses on variety, curiosity...
2022-04-0746 min
Yoga Medicine23 Yoga & Injury, Part 1Injuries are, to some extent, inevitable in life. So when injuries do occur, when should we rest and when is the right time to reintroduce challenge? Today we explore this important question in the first of two episodes on the topic of yoga and injury. In today's episode, Tiffany and Rachel provide context for the conversation by offering some interesting statistics on yoga and injury, then unpack the three phases of connective tissue healing as well as what to bear in mind at each stage of the process. Listen in as we discuss the importance...
2022-03-3146 min
Yoga Medicine19 Fascia and PainToday Tiffany and Katja take a look at the cutting-edge new topic of fascia and pain. Pain is complex and recent research is showing just how relevant the fascial tissue is when we're looking at pain. In this episode, Katja shares the findings of the latest research on changes in fascia that can contribute to pain. The pair discuss the difference between pain in the fascia versus pain in muscle tissues and potential causes of fascial pain. They also touch on how other aspects such as the lymphatic system and lifestyle factors relate to inflammation, pain, and...
2022-03-0356 min
Yoga Medicine14 Fascia as a Sensory OrganToday's episode is all about fascia as a sensory organ. Whether you are a healthcare provider, body worker, or yoga teacher, it is so important to have all the information on this issue that we so often disregard. Listen in as Tiffany and Katja talk all about proprioception, take a look at interception and discuss how they relate to the fascial system and yoga practice. They explain the recent research on sensory nerves and point out how important is it for the body to be able to collect a really rich picture of what's happening within us...
2022-01-271h 03
Beyond Yoga Teacher TrainingEpisode 61 : Curiosity to Expand with Guest Tiffany CruikshankIn this episode of the BEYOND YOGA TEACHER TRAINING Podcast, Host Sandy Raper has a conversation with special guest, Tiffany Cruickshank. In this episode, Tiffany and Sandy discuss the concept of expansion and how commitment and curiosity play a role in expanding and growing as an individual and as a yoga teacher.
Tiffany Cruikshank is the founder of Yoga Medicine®, a community of teachers focused on fusing anatomy and western medicine with traditional yoga practices to serve the medical communities. She has trained thousands of teachers around the world, graced the cover of over 15 magazines, and has be...
2022-01-1843 min
Yoga Medicine12 Hip Mobility, how much is enough?Hip mobility is a hot topic on social media and in the movement world, seeming to generate strong opinions as to whether extreme range of motion is good or bad for us. So in today's episode, Tiffany and Rachel unpack what is considered "normal" range of motion for the hip joint and its application in daily activities. They discuss the potential implications of significant limitations in hip mobility, as well as those of extreme mobility. They cover the difference between muscle tension and bony end range, and explore the roles of passive versus active range of motion. ...
2022-01-131h 03
Yoga Medicine09 Ready to Research with Katja Bartsch, Part 2Today we are continuing our discussion on research. In the first half of this interview, Katja and Tiffany discuss why research is so valuable, where to look for the good stuff, and how to filter through this information with a critical eye. In this episode, we talk about some common issues with certain types of research, the current gaps in the yoga research that's being done, and what the future holds for research. Listen in to learn about the features to look for in high-quality research, tips for getting started with finding the right research...
2021-12-1639 min
Yoga Medicine08 Ready to Research with Katja Bartsch, Part 1Today we are diving into the many reasons research is important both for clinicians and yoga teachers -- and we are very happy to have Katja Bartsch back with us to do it. Katja also joined us for our recent episodes on the Placebo Effect and she focuses a lot of her energy on doing her own research and combing through the research that others are doing on the topic of yoga. There is a lot of research currently being done that relates to the yoga world, but how do we sift through and find high-quality research...
2021-12-0944 min
Yoga Medicine07 Navigating Burnout with Tiffany Cruikshank & Rachel LandWe've all experienced burnout, whether in our work or our home lives, and it can leave us feeling so overwhelmed that we don't know how to start finding our way out of it. Today Tiffany and Rachel talk about what burnout is — what it looks and feels like, including some signals that can help us recognize it early. We share our personal experiences of burnout and offer a range strategies to explore (some of which may surprise you). We build a simple three-step plan to navigate out of burnout, and emphasize the importance of each of us ta...
2021-12-0252 min
Yoga Medicine05 Sustainability & Yoga with Tiffany Cruikshank and Rachel LandToday Rachel and Tiffany talk about all of the ways we find the inspiration we need to create positive behaviors and maintain them long-term -- whether that's in our yoga practice, our teaching, or really, in any aspect of our lives. We discuss the paths that each of us took to get to the kind of yoga that we practice and teach today and share how our practice has evolved over the years. We also talk about why curiosity is a superpower, and how to keep your yoga practice, and teaching, from becoming a chore. ...
2021-11-181h 06
Yoga Medicine02 The Placebo Effect with Katja Bartsch, Part 1This episode is the first part of the conversation with Tiffany Cruikshank and Katja Barsch on the Placebo Effect and how it relates to yoga. Katja is a Yoga Medicine instructor and a researcher with a focus on fascia. She runs anatomy and fascia physiology yoga teacher trainings around Europe and contributes research roundups to several Yoga Medicine trainings. She is currently working on her PhD under the skillful guidance of Dr Robert Schleip and is a Board-Certified Structural Integration Practitioner (BCSI; ATSI) trained by Tom Myers and his Anatomy Trains school. We are honored to have...
2021-10-2842 min
Yoga Medicine01 Welcome to the Yoga Medicine Podcast!Welcome to the very first episode of Yoga Medicine! In this inaugural episode, Tiffany Cruikshank and Rachel Land discuss why they started this journey together, what to expect from the Yoga Medicine podcast, and how to get the most out of your yoga practice and your life. Both women train yoga teachers to really understand the body and, with this podcast, they hope to dive deeper into topics that you can't cover in a traditional yoga class. This podcast is really about the intersection of science and research with traditional practices and our personal experiences. ...
2021-10-2819 min
The Inventions ShowEP23: Tiffany Cruikshank, Founder Yoga Medicine, Educator & AuthorReconnect and revitalize with Tiffany Cruikshank, founder of Yoga Medicine. A renowned international yoga teacher, educator, author, and health & wellness expert who travels the world training both yoga instructors and students on how to use yoga as medicine. It’s just simply incredible how she brings it all together. Mind Changing, Life-Changing, and Business Changing.“Staying true to what is important to you, stop trying to please everyone but keep finding ways to make it more accessible to all who wants to be involved with what you are offering.” - Tiffany Cruikshankhttps://yogamedicine.com/
2021-04-1538 min
Green Juice & Tequila PodcastS3 E23: Founder of Yoga Medicine featuring Tiffany CruikshankKicking off Season 3 of Green Juice & Tequila with a mentor and Yoga entrepreneur Inspo, Tiffany Cruikshank. Tiffany is the founder of Yoga Medicine, a teacher training program with the foundation of Chinese Medicine. Tiffany not only shares her story of graduating high school at 16 yrs old and her parents sending her off to an herbal summer camp due to bad behavior ( we can't even imagine a bad bone in this woman's body) but her journey into finding yoga. This chick has been on covers of wellness magazines, author of multiple books for the health and wellness industry and has traveled...
2021-03-281h 08
Beyond Yoga Teacher TrainingEpisode 13: Functional Yoga with Guest Tiffany CruikshankIn this episode of the BEYOND YOGA TEACHER TRAINING Podcast, Sandy has a conversation with one of her teachers, Tiffany Cruikshank. Sandy and Tiffany discuss the functional approach within the yoga practice.
Tiffany Cruikshank is the founder of Yoga Medicine®, a community of teachers focused on fusing anatomy and western medicine with traditional yoga practices to serve the medical communities. She has trained thousands of teachers around the world, graced the cover of over 15 magazines, and has been featured regularly in major media outlets, and authored 2 books. With a background in Acupuncture and Sports Medicine, Tiffany has w...
2021-01-2649 min
goodsugarOptimal Health For A Vibrant Life W/ Tiffany Cruikshank & Teresa LourencoTiffany Cruikshank Author of Optimal Health For A Vibrant Life and founder of Yoga Medicine, and Teresa Lourenco yoga enthusiast, model, and Marcus' wife, join the show to discuss yoga as way to get your life, health, and mental wellness in order. Find Tiffany Here: https://yogamedicine.com/ Follow the show! https://www.instagram.com/teresacijalourenco https://www.instagram.com/marcusantebi https://www.instagram.com/iamralphsutton
2021-01-2557 min
Max Out#103 Creating A More Vibrant Life With Tiffany CruikshankI am joined by the founder of Yoga Medicine, Tiffany Cruikshank. Tiffany is an international yoga teacher and wellness expert known for fusing the two worlds of eastern and western medicine together to help professional athletes, celebrities, and normal people alike create more vibrant lives. Max Out Insights:• Approach Yoga with a purpose and intention in mind. That could be something general like whatever you have going on today or a deeper transformational approach by going deeper. • Notice our capacity to not have to interpret and judge, be in a neutral zone in which allows us to have a less reac...
2021-01-1248 min
Max Out#103 Creating A More Vibrant Life With Tiffany CruikshankI am joined by the founder of Yoga Medicine, Tiffany Cruikshank. Tiffany is an international yoga teacher and wellness expert known for fusing the two worlds of eastern and western medicine together to help professional athletes, celebrities, and normal people alike create more vibrant lives. Max Out Insights:•Approach Yoga with a purpose and intention in mind. That could be something general like whatever you have going on today or a deeper transformational approach by going deeper. •Notice our capacity to not have to interpret and judge, be in a neutral zone in which allows us to h...
2021-01-1248 min
dhaaniThe Nervous System , Immune Functions & Lymphatics with Tiffany Cruikshank - Episode 62Tiffany Cruikshank is the founder of Yoga Medicine® (@yoga_medicine), a community of teachers focused on fusing anatomy and western medicine with traditional yoga practices to serve the medical communities. She has trained thousands of teachers around the world, graced the cover of over 15 magazines, been featured regularly in major media outlets, authored 2 books. With a background in Acupuncture and Sports Medicine, Tiffany has worked with celebrities, athletes, and corporate professionals alike in her own private clinics and Nike World Headquarters. Tiffany also founded and continues to run two nonprofits — one conducting research on yoga’s therapeutic benefi...
2020-06-0233 min
15 Minute MatrixMapping Myofascial Release with Tiffany Cruikshank #108Connective tissue connects all of our organ systems and is widespread throughout the entire body. Today I welcome Tiffany Cruikshank to the 15-Minute Matrix to discuss the innate, intelligent, full body system of connective tissue and how encouraging clients to work slowly with myofascial release can be a key tool in the healing process. Grab […]
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2019-12-1317 min
The Love Is Viral ShowGold with Jeanette Schneider Episode 50:The Whole Person with Tiffany CruikshankTiffany Cruikshank is a woman of many talents in the world of wellness. As a trouble maker in her early teens, she struggled to find purpose and meaning in her life. During that time, Tiffany discovered yoga and met an herbalist at a wilderness camp who would take her on plant walks, where she fell in love with learning how to use the environment around us to heal.
Tiffany is the founder of Yoga Medicine, a community of teachers focused on fusing anatomy & western medicine with traditional yoga practices to serve the medical communities. She’s trained thousands of teachers aro...
2019-12-1000 min
Mastering the Business of YogaTiffany Cruikshank on Creating & Growing a Successful Yoga BusinessThis week on the podcast, I am joined by Tiffany Cruikshank. Tiffany is a world-renowned yogi and the founder of Yoga Medicine. Yoga Medicine is a teaching platform to educate yoga teachers in a blend of both eastern and western models of medicine to ultimately help clients/students treat and manage things like chronic pain and depression through yoga and meditation practices. Tiffany has a pre-med bachelor's degree in medicinal plant biology and nutrition, a master's degree in acupuncture and oriental medicine, and a specialty in sports medicine and orthopedics. On this episode of the podcast, Tiffany an...
2019-12-021h 08
Dharma Talk with Henry WinslowResearch the Experience with Tiffany CruikshankTiffany Cruikshank (@tiffanycruikshank) is the founder of Yoga Medicine (@yoga_medicine), a community of teachers focused on fusing anatomy and western medicine with traditional yoga practices to serve the medical communities. She has trained thousands of teachers around the world, graced the cover of over 15 magazines, been featured regularly in major media outlets, authored 2 books, and released over 150 classes on various topics on YogaGlo.com. With a background in Acupuncture and Sports Medicine, Tiffany has worked with celebrities, athletes, and corporate professionals alike in her own private clinics and Nike World Headquarters. Tiffany also founded and continues to run...
2019-11-281h 02
The Aligned Love PodcastE35: Tiffany Cruikshank: How Heal Your Mind NaturallyTiffany Cruikshank is an internationally renowned yoga instructor, who has spent the past 20 years crafting a methodology for teaching and practicing yoga, wherein the practice is melded with Eastern and Western notions of medicine. Cruikshank’s teaching is held up by her work as a holistic health practitioner, acupuncturist, and sports medicine expert. Based in Seattle, Cruikshank teaches regularly for YogaGlo, and travels extensively around the world. She is also the author of Meditate Your Weight. Her approach has helped thousands of yogis around the world see their practice in a new light as a result of Cruikshank’s inno...
2019-11-0733 min
On and Off Your Mat Yoga PodcastYoga Medicine, with Tiffany CruikshankFor our 31st episode, I sat down with Tiffany Cruickshank. I met Tiffany at Yoga Journal Live Event in SF. I took some of her Yoga Medicine workshops over a few years and I absolutely loved her approach to the body, her attention to the anatomy, physiology and biomechanics. Since then I’ve been following her online and dreaming of doing her trainings. I’m in awe with all the work she does as a yoga teacher, teacher trainer, author, and activist, so I was very excited to sit down with her and chat about it all. As...
2019-06-2442 min
SuperFeast PodcastYoga As Medicine With Tiffany CruikshankIn today's podcast Tahnee chats with international yoga teacher, author and health and wellness expert Tiffany Cruikshank. A specialist in her field, Tiffany is known as the teacher's teacher and she's the founder of Yoga Medicine. Tiffany is internationally recognised and acclaimed for her unique ability to fuse the worlds of both eastern and western medicine and apply her knowledge to the practice of yoga in an accessible and relevant way. The ladies explore: -The concept of yoga as medicine. -Yoga and health sovereignty. -The East vs West approach...
2019-05-191h 00
The Uplifting Content Podcast With Ione Butler (Let’s Talk About…)Yoga Medicine with Tiffany CruikshankIn this episode I spoke to Tiffany Cruikshank about Yoga Medicine, our new human organ, mindfulness and how it can positively impact our lives, The Seva foundation in India and more.
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2018-12-2530 min
The SuperHuman Academy PodcastEp. 84: Understanding Ch'i, Yoga, & Acupuncture w/ Expert Tiffany CruikshankToday, we are joined by one of the top names in the world of Yoga - Tiffany Cruikshank. Because we've done episodes on meditation and ayurveda, it seemed only fitting to round out the trifecta and discuss Yoga, especially since it has seen such an incredible renaissance in the last decade, and is, in many ways, the go-to for tens of millions of people looking to improve their health, their lives, and their performance. With a B.S. in medicinal plant biology and nutrition, a masters in acupuncture and oriental medicine, and a specialty in sports medicine...
2016-08-3046 min
The Science of SuccessHow To Put Your Body In Relaxation Mode, Reduce Stress, and Develop Body Awareness with International Yoga Expert Tiffany CruikshankIn this episode we explore the boundary where eastern and western medicine meet with international yoga expert Tiffany Cruikshank – we discuss how cultivating body awareness can put your nervous system in “Relaxation mode,” how meditation impacts your metabolism, the lessons Tiffany has learned from more than 25k patient visits, and how to jump in and start yoga TODAY as we demystify and examine some of the science behind the practices of Yoga!
Tiffany is an international yoga teacher who has been teaching for over 20 years, an author, health and wellness expert, the founder of Yoga Medicine, and she is internationally known f...
2016-07-2751 min
Discover The Full Audiobook That Keeps Curious Minds Hooked.Meditate Your Weight: A 21-Day Retreat to Optimize Your Metabolism and Feel Great by Tiffany CruikshankPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/256614to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Meditate Your Weight: A 21-Day Retreat to Optimize Your Metabolism and Feel Great
Author: Tiffany Cruikshank
Narrator: Tiffany Cruikshank
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 11 hours 17 minutes
Release date: April 5, 2016
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Fitness, Diet & Nutrition
Publisher's Summary:
The mind makeover that makes over your metabolism. Hundreds of medical studies have shown the spectacular health benefits of meditation. Now Tiffany Cruikshank, founder of Yoga Medicine, puts that scientific research to good, practical use by incorporating easy-to-use, targeted meditations into a unique weight-loss program. This 21-day plan optimizes h...
2016-04-0511h 17Listen To A Addictive Full Audiobook On Your Commute.Meditate Your Weight: A 21-Day Retreat to Optimize Your Metabolism and Feel Great by Tiffany CruikshankPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/256614to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Meditate Your Weight: A 21-Day Retreat to Optimize Your Metabolism and Feel Great
Author: Tiffany Cruikshank
Narrator: Tiffany Cruikshank
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 11 hours 17 minutes
Release date: April 5, 2016
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Mindfulness & Meditation
Publisher's Summary:
The mind makeover that makes over your metabolism. Hundreds of medical studies have shown the spectacular health benefits of meditation. Now Tiffany Cruikshank, founder of Yoga Medicine, puts that scientific research to good, practical use by incorporating easy-to-use, targeted meditations into a unique weight-loss program. This 21-day plan optimizes health a...
2016-04-0511h 17