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Ep. 92: Santosha: Inner Contentment in Yoga's Niyamas: Relationship with SELF with Laura Goellner Yoga Therapist

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is a deep look into how Santosha (connection to INNER contentment) as we work through Yoga's Niyamas or personal observances to build a suppo...

Ep. 91: Saucha: Cleanliness, Clarity and Purity of Self: Deep Dive into Yoga's Niyamas for a Strong Relationship to SELF

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is a detailed talk about how Saucha- the First of Yoga's Niyamas comes into practice in our life, patterns and choices- especially in the pro...

Ep. 90: Is it Safe to Practice Kundalini Yoga with Anxiety? A Yoga Therapy Perspective on creating a SUPPORTIVE Practice

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kundalini yoga can be a highly activating practice...so is it something you have to avoid completely if you live with anxiety? NO- not if you know som...

Ep. 89: Saucha Meditation: Cleanliness to create Clarity to be PURELY You: Yoga Niyamas for Relationship to SELF

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This meditation is from our series on the Niyamas- Working with Yogaa Philosophy to create a stronger relationship to SELF Join us in the Virtual (Yo...

Ep. 88: Burnout Prevention: Longterm Management of High Functioning Anxiety with Laura Goellner Yoga Therapist

09 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our series on understanding the experience of living with high-functioning anxiety patterns. In this episode we will look at the long term ...

Ep. 87: Self Monitor High Functioning Anxiety and know when to Seek Support

02 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our series on living with High Functioning Anxiety- in this episode we talk about how it is important to monitor yourself for increased sym...

Ep. 86 Background Risk Factors for Patterns of High Functioning Anxiety

24 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our series on the experience of living with High Functioning Anxiety - in this episode we talk about some of the common background demograp...

Ep. 85: Common Behavioral Patterns of High Functioning Anxiety with Laura Goellner Yoga Therapist

17 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our series on Living with High Functioning Anxiety and how Yoga Therapy can help create a kinder internal environment. Join us in the Vir...

Ep. 84: Thought Patterns Common With High Functioning Anxiety: With Laura Goellner Yoga Therapist

10 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is part of a SERIES I put together on the experience of living with High Functioning Anxiety & how Yoga Therapy can teach us more supportive ...

Ep 83: The INTERNAL Experience of "High-Functioning Anxiety" with Yoga Therapist Laura Goellner

03 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about the relationship to Avoidance behaviors and the internal patterns that a common for individuals with "High Functioni...

Ep. 82: What is "High-Functioning Anxiety"? How can Yoga Therapy Help? With Laura Goellner OTR/L, C-IAYT

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What 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 ...

Ep. 81: 3 Grounding Techniques: Yoga Therapy First Responder Resources: Stress & PTSD

17 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Patrick and I go over the 3 main categories of grounding techniques and give a simple practice for each. These are techniques that yo...

Ep. 80: What is Grounding? Yoga Therapy Resources for First Responders & PTSD Management

10 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I am joined by my Husband, Patrick, A retired police officer living with PTSD. We talk about one of the techniques he finds to be the...

Ep. 79: The 5 Elements of Life: On the Yoga Mat: Ayurvedic Yoga for Balance and Self Regulation: LauraGyoga

06 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about how the 5 Elements of yoga show up in the techniques that we use on the yoga mat: poses, sequences, breath, mudras, mantr...

Ep. 78: What is MODERN Kundalini Yoga? Trauma Informed, Based on Human Anatomy, Student Choice & Empowerment: LauraGyoga Therapy

26 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to this video about Modern Kundalini Yoga: Using science, psychology and ancient wisdom to make the Practice of Kundalini Yoga applicable for ...

Ep. 77: 6 Reasons to Work with a YOGA THERAPIST: With LauraGyoga

22 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Yoga 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 y...

Ep. 76: How a Yoga Teacher Mentor can Advance Your Career in Yoga: 6 Benefits

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I will talk about how working with a Yoga Mentor is a great way to move your career forward as a Yoga Teacher. I will list 6 main ben...

The 5 Elements of Life: Meditation Workshop Series: The Skills of Self Knowledge for Yoga Therapy with LauraGyoga

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you would like to join me in this Meditation Workshop Series: go over to www.LauraGyoga.com or click: https://www.lauragyoga.com/offerings/the-5-e...

Ep. 75: Light & Shadow in Yoga - After 2 Decades of Practice I Almost Quit : "Deep Dive Into Yoga" by LauraGyoga Beginners Guide

15 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The final Episode of "Deep Dive Into Yoga" I talk about the Light & Shadow (good and bad) that I have experienced in my 2 Decades of Yoga Practice...

Ep. 74: Texts of Yoga: "Deep Dive Into Yoga" with LauraGyoga Free E-Book Beginners Guide

08 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the 20th segment of "Deep Dive Into Yoga" we are looking at just a few of the major texts that you can study to learn more about yoga history and p...

Ep. 73: Forms of Yoga - The BIG Picture: "Deep Dive into Yoga" with LauraGyoga Free E-Book for Beginners

01 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Segment 19 from "Deep Dive Into Yoga" we are talking about the Forms of Yoga Overall- did you know there are versions of yoga practice that dont in...

Ep 72: Seek Knowledge + Resources To Deepen Your Yoga Practice: "Deep Dive Into Yoga" with LauraGyoga E-Book Beginners Guide

25 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 18 of "Deep Dive Into Yoga" we are looking at how sources of knowledge can help you to gain a deeper understanding of the practice and ther...

Ep. 71: Myths & Misinformation we can Let Go in Yoga: "Deep Dive Into Yoga" With LauraGyoga's Free E-Book

18 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Segment 17 of "Deep Dive Into Yoga" we are talking about common myths and misinformation that circulates in the yoga world. These are concepts that...

Ep. 70: Informal Yoga Practice 2: Taking Yoga Off the Mat & Into Your Life: "Deep Dive Into Yoga" with LauraGyoga Free E-Book

11 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In segment 16 from "Deep Dive Into Yoga" we are looking at more ways that you can take your yoga practice off your mat and integrate it into your dail...

Ep. 69: Informal Yoga Practice 1 : When you cant Get On Your Mat: "Deep Dive Into Yoga" with LauraGyoga

04 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In segment 15 of "Deep Dive Into Yoga" we will start talking about ways to integrate yoga into your daily life- even when you cant roll out your mat o...

Ep. 68: Taking Yoga Off the Mat: Deep Dive into Yoga with LauraGyoga

24 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the next segment of "Deep Dive into Yoga" we are talking about how to take the components of yoga and sprinkle them into your day- so they have a w...

Ep. 65: Healthy Boundaries for Consistency of Yoga Practice: Time & Energy: Deep Dive Into Yoga with LauraGyoga E-Book for Beginners

17 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how our time and energetic boundaries with ourselves and others contributes to being able to establish a regular home practice. 

Ep. 64: Consistent HOME Yoga Practice Part 1: Deep Dive Into Yoga with LauraGyoga Beginners Guide

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How to create a consistent habit of home yoga practice (or regular attendance at a studio or other yoga class): Part 1

Ep. 63: Flexibility in your Yoga Practice (BUT not That type): Deep Dive Into Yoga with LauraGyoga Beginners Guide

03 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Flexibility in your practice

Ep. 62: PLAY, FUN and Curiosity in Your Yoga Practice: Part 2: Deep Dive Into Yoga with LauraGyoga's Guide for Beginners

27 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In 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.&n...

Ep. 67: FIVE Tips to Improve Your Meditation Practice: 28 Day FREE Meditation Challenge with LauraGyoga & Patrick

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Let's Talk about 5 ways that you can improve your experience in Meditation. Getting started & maintaining a regular meditation practice can be ver...

FREE 28 Day Meditation Challenge! Join us Live in February (or through replay!)

23 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In February Patrick (redford) and I are hosting a free daily meditation practice. The live sessions will be 8:30-8:45am EST via Zoom, or you can wait ...

Ep. 61: Cultivate Playful Curiosity in your Yoga Practice Part 1: "Deep Dive Into Yoga" LauraGyoga's Guide for Beginners

22 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In 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. T...

Ep. 60: Explore In Asana to DEEPEN your AWARENESS: "Deep Dive Into Yoga" with LauraGyoga Beginners FREE PDF Guide

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In 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...

Ep. 59: Exploring Types of Yoga Posture Practice & Lineage Styles on the Mat: "Deep Dive Into Yoga" Free Beginners E-Book LauraGyoga

14 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There 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 th...

Ep. 58: The 8 Limbs of Yoga: Deepen Your Practice for Beginners With LauraGyoga: Free PDF E-Book Guide

10 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This 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 de...

Ep 57: Deepen Your Yoga Practice On & Off The Mat: "Deep Dive Into Yoga" with LauraGyoga for Beginners

06 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In 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 ...

Ep. 56: A (super) brief HISTORY of Yoga: Deep Dive Into Yoga: Deepen Your Practice on & off the Mat: For Beginners with LauraGyoga

01 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In 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...

Ep. 55: "Deep Dive Into Yoga": WHAT is YOGA?? Beginners guide to Deepening your Practice On & Off the Mat: FREE E-Book from LauraGyoga

29 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In 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 in...

Ep 54: Self Inquiry Questions on Your Relationship with Yoga: "Deep Dive into Yoga" Deepening your practice On & Off the Mat

23 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In 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 yo...

Ep. 53: Deep Dive Into Yoga: How to Deepen Your Practice on & off the mat: Introduction & Overview

22 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"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...

Ep. 52: Occupational Therapist & Yoga Therapist: My Education, Background, Experience & Specialties

19 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In 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 i...

Ep. 51: Who is Yoga Therapy For? Physical Injury, Mental Health, Self Development, Burnout, High Stress Careers

13 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I will talk about the many people who could benefit from Yoga Therapy sessions. This includes those with physical health conditions or...

Ep. 50 Yoga Therapy Vs. Group Studio Yoga Class - What is the difference?

06 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 n...

Ep. 49: What Does a Yoga Therapy Session Look Like?

29 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 yog...

Ep. 48 Frameworks of Yoga Therapy: The Lens We Use to Look at each Person

22 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In 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 K...

Ep. 47 Who is a Yoga Therapist? Education, Training, Experience

15 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In 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 ...

Ep. 46 What Yoga Therapy IS and IS NOT

03 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In 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...

Ep. 45 An Overview of Yoga Therapy: FAQs about doing Yoga Therapy

27 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I will answer many of the Frequently Asked Questions Students have when thinking about starting Yoga Therapy.  Download your Fre...

Ep. 44 What are the Effects of Kundalini Yoga Practice?

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 kunda...

Ep. 43 What is Kundalini Yoga? The Yoga of Awareness

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This 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 Y...

Ep:42 Kundalini Yoga 101: The Yoga Of Awareness: How I started my Practice

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In 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 onl...

Ep. 41: Anatomy Informed Yoga Teacher: The Muscular System, Progressive Loading, Forms of Contraction and Stretching

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Yoga Focus Podcast, I will talk about the Key Components to consider when creating an Anatomically Informed Yoga Practice based...

Ep. 40: Anatomy Informed Yoga Teacher: The Vascular System, Blood Pressure, Inversions and Gravity

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Yoga Focus Podcast, we will talk about the Key Components to consider when leading an Anatomically Informed Yoga Practice relat...

Ep. 39: Anatomy Informed Yoga Teacher: Urinary & Reproductive Systems, The Pelvic Girdle & Pelvic Floor

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Yoga Focus Podcast, I will talk about the Key Components to consider when teaching an Anatomically Informed Yoga Practice relat...

Ep. 38: Anatomy Informed Yoga Teacher: The Endocrine System, Sleep & Hormones, Balancing Effort and Ease

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we will talk about the Key Components to consider when creating an Anatomically Informed Yoga Practice for the Endocrine System. In t...

Ep. 37: Anatomy Informed Yoga Teacher: The Digestive System, Agni and Asana

17 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Anatomy Informed Yoga Teacher Series, we will be looking at some of the Key Components and considerations related to the Digest...

Ep. 36: Anatomy Informed Yoga Teacher: The Lymphatic, Immune and Integumentary Systems

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In our Anatomy Informed Yoga Teacher series, we are looking at one of my favorite systems- The Lymphatic system and its connection to the Immune Syste...

Ep. 35: Anatomy Informed Yoga Teacher: The Nervous System, Self Regulation, Sensory Input and Trauma

03 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In 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 Hu...

Ep. 34: Anatomy Informed Yoga Teacher: The Respiratory System, Breathing & Pranayama

29 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about the Key Components that I like to include in an Anatomically Informed yoga Practice focusing on the Respiratory System, B...

Ep 33: The Anatomy Informed Yoga Teacher: The Skeletal System, Bones and Joints

09 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share the first segment of the new course I am working on for the "Anatomy of Yoga" workshop series on Udemy. In part 3 I move beyo...

Ep. 32: Sleep Hygiene, Insomnia and Yoga Therapy: How to get Restorative Sleep

09 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In 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 heal...

Ep. 31: Functional Movement and Sustainability in Yoga Practice

22 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In 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 sec...

Ep. 30: What every NEW YOGA TEACHER needs to know! Advice for new teachers

07 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In 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 overwhel...

Ep. 29: The 5 Books I use to Teach Yoga Anatomy Teacher Training Module- LauraGyoga

25 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about the 5 books I use the most frequently when teaching the Anatomy & body science portion of Yoga Teacher Training. Thes...

Ep. 28: The Expanded Kosha Model of Yoga Therapy: Looking at the Person in Context - LauraGyoga

23 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In 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 ha...

Ep. 27: The Best Self Development Books for Yoga Teachers & Book Giveaway

20 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In 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 episod...

Ep. 26: What Makes a GREAT Yoga Teacher? The essential components of Yoga Teacher Training

17 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In 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 compr...

Ep. 25: 5 Books Every New Yoga Teacher Needs to Read: AND Book Giveaway

15 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In 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 boo...

Ep. 24: Sensory Integration, and the importance of PLAY with Dr. Alanna Pisani: What Yogis can learn about the Nervous System from Occupational Therapy

09 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In honor of Occupational Therapy Month (April) I got to talk to my fellow Occupational Therapist and all around super fun person, Dr. Alanna Marie Pis...

Ep. 22 Create your Personal Meditation Ritual (that you will actually stick with!) // Grounding to Manage Anxiety & Worry // LauraGyoga

02 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The 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 the...

Ep. 21: The Language of Anatomy: Terms of Movement for the Neck, Shoulder Blade and Shoulder Joint: For Yoga Teachers

28 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This lecture discusses the anatomical terms for motion (Kinesiology) for the neck (cervical spine), Shoulder blade (Scapula) and the Shoulder Joint (g...

Ep. 20: The Language of Anatomy: Basic Balance Biomechanics For Yoga Teachers

24 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In 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 inclu...

Ep. 19: The Language of Anatomy: 3 Planes of Movement for Yoga Teachers

24 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This podcast is the audio from a lecture that makes up my 10 hour online course: "Foundations in Anatomy & Body Science for Yoga Teachers" on Udem...

Ep. 18: The Language of Anatomy: Terms of Position and Relationship for Yoga Teachers

21 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I will talk about the Language of Anatomy that we use to describe the position or location of structures in the body. This is the lang...

Ep. 17: The Language of Anatomy: Body Positions, Laterality and Symmetry for Yoga Teachers

20 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this lecture we will start to learn the LANGUAGE that we need to talk about the body effectively. This includes the body's position in relationship...

Ep. 16: Yoga Anatomy: The 12 Main Body Systems: Not Just Bones & Muscles

20 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we will review all of the main body systems that work together to create a functioning person.  In the study of yoga we often put...

Ep. 15: Yoga & The Body Sciences: NOT just Anatomy

20 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a lecture taken from my online course: "Foundations in Anatomy & Body Science For Yoga Teachers". In this segment I explain why th...

Ep. 14: 10 Reasons Why Yoga Teachers Need to Study Anatomy & Body Science

23 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about the importance of yoga teachers having a good understanding of the body. As yoga alliance has just increased the require...

Ep. 13: Every NEW Yoga Student Needs to Know This: 10 Tips for Beginners

03 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

* In Episode 13 I talk about the 10 most important things that a NEW yoga student or BEGINNER needs to understand! These tips will help you to select ...

Ep. 12: Impermanence: Suffering Vs. Gratitude When Facing Change

14 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 12 I talk about the topic of Impermanence- the fact that everything is changing and the way we understand these changes has a big impact on...

Ep. 11: The Internal Process of Yoga: Using Anchoring Questions for Self-Inquiry and Adaptation

09 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 11 we will talk about some of the questions that can help to anchor the mind and deepen your internal experience of the pose.  How to ...

Ep. 10: Why the WALL is the best YOGA prop you are not using: From My Book "Yoga Therapy At The Wall"

17 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about The content of my book: "Yoga Therapy At the Wall" And I explain WHY the wall is such an incredible prop with a huge amou...

Ep. 9: Hands & Upper Extremity: The Upper Kinetic Chain for Weight Bearing

03 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about the Hands as the foundation of many poses. One of the unique things about yoga is that we often use the Hands for weight...

Ep. 8: Feet & Ankles in Yoga Practice - Giving them the Attention they Deserve!

15 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The FEET are often the foundation of the body, but we hardly ever give the feet the attention they deserve! In this episode we will talk about the mer...

Ep. 7: Spine Articulation: Isolation Vs. Integration of Spine Mobility

26 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In 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" ...

Ep. 6: Creating my Book "Yoga Therapy At The Wall"...Struggles in Self Publishing

14 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In 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 u...

Ep. 5: The McGill Big 3 Exercises for Back Stability & Why Tension Is Not (always) A Bad Thing

05 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The McGill Big 3 Exercises are a foundation program that is used to create stability and endurance in the lower core muscles. These exercises have bee...

Ep. 4: Characteristics of Free, Natural Breathing Throughout the Day

11 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

 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...

Ep. 3: Yoga Therapy & Occupational Therapy: A Perfect Pair!!

05 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

April is Occupational Therapy Month and I have been an Occupational Therapist for about 9 years now. I often see yoga teachers going back to school fo...

Ep. 2: Self-Inquiry Based Yoga Practice & Teaching

29 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about the shift that is happening in modern yoga from dictating what you "should" feel in any part of your practice to focusin...

Ep. 1 Yoga Focus: Removing Restrictions to find the Essential Breath

24 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

 Here we are starting a series working through some of the information presented in Donna Farhi's "The Breathing Book".  I took this book wi...

Yoga Focus Podcast: Introduction with Laura Goellner: @LauraGyoga

01 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the Yoga Focus Podcast! This podcast is about sharing information for yoga students & teachers to dive deeper into the layers of yoga. ...