the problem with health claims in yoga

The problem with health claims in yoga

A discussion of biomedical miracle claims, ethics, safety, and inclusion in yoga.

Welcome to today’s discussion on the problem with health claims in yoga. Have you ever heard someone say that a specific yoga pose could cure an ailment or that practicing yoga itself has miraculous, evidence-defying benefits? Wh..read more
how do we get stronger in yoga

How Do We Get Stronger in Yoga?

(and should this be a focus of our yoga practice?)

In this coaching discussion for yoga teachers  and teachers-in-training, we talk about how we get stronger through our yoga practice, and we’ll explore whether yoga is an effective practice for building strength, muscle mass, and overall fitness. Watch the video below, o..read more
bus stop method inclusive yoga cueing and teaching strategies

Bus Stop Method: Inclusive, Accessible Yoga Teaching Strategies

This week we talk about the 'bus stop' cueing method, an inclusive, accessible yoga teaching strategy. The Bus Stop method is a teaching strategy that is commonly used in the accessible yoga community, but I think it's useful for all yoga classes. It’s particularly useful in those all-levels drop-..read more

Understanding Common Contraindications in Yoga

Contraindications, Health Considerations, and Guidelines for Teaching Yoga

with senior trainer Heather Agnew, ERYT-500 Welcome to our latest discussion where we explore common contraindications in yoga. Join us as we explore the nuances of contraindications in yoga, foc..read more
body positive body neutral body inclusive yoga diet culture accessibility

Body Positive, Body Inclusive, Body Neutral Yoga

Making yoga more inclusive, accessible, and challenging diet culture in yoga and beyond.

with Heather Agnew, ERYT-500, Lead Trainer Watch the video, or read a few discussion notes below, along with some recommended resources.   [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aNnpFWCLct4[/embedyt]

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