Yogaland Podcast

Oh the irony. The sweet, sweet irony of going to yoga class to "find balance" or "inner peace" only to find ourselves rushing through Sun Salutations or consistently choosing the "hardest" variation of a pose even if we are way out of our depth. We've all been there. Slowing down is hard. It doesn't sound sexy or ambitious or entertaining. And yet, if we profess the desire to better manage our stresses or to navigate our daily lives with more ease and efficiency and less, well, self-torture, then learning to slow down is a worthy practice.Jason and I dive deeply into this subject this week and we offer ideas for setting the intention to slow down in your yoga practice. I hope it resonates during the rush of the holidays.Shownotes: jasonyoga.com/podcast/episode283Registration for Jason's Mastering the Art of Yoga Sequencing course can be found here: learn.jasonyoga.com/sequencingJason has new courses that focus on Yoga Anatomy and Teaching Beginners coming soon! Join our newsletter and we'll send you updates w

I think it's safe to say that if you teach vinyasa yoga in any modern setting you've felt pressured -- either overtly by your boss or subconsciously by an antsy student -- to make your classes "harder." Today we unpack this phenomenon and attempt to get to the heart of it. We talk through what we are responsible for as yoga educators, and what we can let go of. Jason also offers helpful ideas for classroom management.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You deserve more than just another Chaturanga and Upward Dog--and, so do your students. Here's a tutorial on spicing up your Sun Salutations and adding creativity--while maintaining balance and effectiveness. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jason has recently been answering lots of questions about yoga sequencing lately -- on his recent webinar and Instagram lives -- so we today Jason is answering the five most common sequencing questions that have cropped up recently.Included in this discussion:Is it better to do backbends before or after inversions in a sequence?Where should hip openers go in a sequence?How many postures can you do on one side in a vinyasa flow before moving to the other side?Should you do "open-hip postures" or "closed-hip postures" first in a standing vinyasa flow?What's the best way to prepare for Hanumanasana (aka Splits)?We have tons more FREE sequencing content for you, which you can find here on the shownotes page: jasonyoga.com/podcast/episode280You can also learn more about Jason's online course, Mastering the Art of Yoga Sequencing, here: learn.jasonyoga.com/sequencingSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is your Ultimate Guide to Sequencing for Backbends. It's a master class that teaches you the anatomical rationale behind intelligent, sustainable sequencing that will help your students do deeper, more comfortable backbends.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When it comes to sequencing, there are a few things that trip us up time and time again. Jason’s back on the podcast today to talk about several of the mistakes he’s made himself through the years and how he’s shifted his approach to sequencing to overcome these challenges.Jason will be running his online course, Mastering the Art of Yoga Sequencing, again in November. If you'd like to get a preview of the course, he's offering a free webinar November 1st -- The Ultimate Guide to Sequencing for Yoga Workshops. you can sign up for the webinar here: learn.jasonyoga.com/webinarSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The details of transitioning into Half Lotus and Full Lotus are rarely discussed. Transitioning incorrectly significantly increases the likelihood of injuring the knee in these poses. This yoga teacher's breakdown discusses the anatomy and mechanics of transitioning into lotus with the greatest efficiency and safety--a must for all teachers and practitioners that work with these posturesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's guest, Sarah Kucera, is a yoga teacher, Ayurvedic practitioner, and chiropractor based in Kansas City, Missouri. In this chat, we talk about Sarah's new book, The Seven Ways of Ayurveda, which helps you hone in on your dominant dosha and how it influences your communication style, your stress behaviors, and your relationships. It is so helpful! Tune in and you will gain insight into how you can manage your love, work, and family relationships by looking at them through the lens of Ayurveda. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn to prepare yourself and your students for Lotus (Padmasana). There are countless postures that will help prepare your body for lotus, but these are my 7 favorite!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts joins me on the podcast today. You may know Chelsea from her current post as a Peloton yoga teacher, or from her numerous Yoga Journal covers, or as co-founder of Red Clay Yoga, or even from her weekly meditations with her buddy Jennifer Garner. Accolades and achievements aside, Chelsea is incredibly open, down-to-earth, and self-aware. She shares what it's like to go from working as a third grade teacher to becoming a yoga teacher for a world-renowned company like Peloton and how she plans to utilize her platform to make yoga more accessible to more people who need it. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

The lovely and wise Naomi Annand joins me on this episode to talk about her new book, Yoga for Motherhood. This book is one of my absolute favorites -- filled with reassuring words that envelope you like a warm hug, well-curated essays that resonate deeply, and practical yoga sequences to keep you balanced through the stages of mothering. It's the book Naomi wish she'd had when she first became a mother -- and I do, too.Shownotes: https://yogalandpodcast.com/episode277PS: If you enjoy the podcast, it's so helpful for us if you leave a rating, a review, or you share it on social media. And don't forget to hit follow so you don't miss an episode!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

These are my five favorite (slightly less conventional) preparations for splits (Hanumanasana). In addition to opening up your body, each of these postures helps teach a technical element of the splits.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet your students where they are by learning the 4 best set-ups for Forearm Balance. You'll learn the pros and cons of each set-up and why these options work for different students.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you've had a hard time getting back into regular studio (or home) practice since the pandemic hit in 2020, you're not alone! This episode is filled with practical ideas to help you get over your malaise and get back to it. If you were looking for a sign -- this is it!Shownotes: https://yogalandpocast.com/episode276Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode features the best shoulder openers to prepare you and your students' bodies for Handstand and Forearm Balance. We'll cover the best strengtheners and techniques for these postures soon in upcoming episodes.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do twists detoxify? Is it safer to jump back to Chaturanga than Plank? In all likelihood you've heard -- or even taught? -- one of the yoga myths you'll hear on this episode. This is a judgement-free zone and not about shaming or guilting anyone! But it's important to unpack some of the idiosyncratic beliefs that get repeated in Yogaland and explore why it's time to let them go. PS: Is there a yoga myth that we missed? Post it on Instagram and tag @andreaferretti so we can see it!Shownotes for this episode can be found here: www.yogalandpodcast.com/episode275Thanks as always for listening, sharing, and reviewing the show! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode features the best shoulder strengtheners to prepare you and your students body for Handstand and Forearm Balance. Make sure to also check out episode 19 where we look at the best shoulder openers for Handstand and Forearm Balance!HIGHLIGHTS 1:25 External Rotator Strengthener3:20 External Rotator Strengthener with resistance band 5:32 Two Versions of Dolphin9:10 One-legged Dolphin10:15 Dolphin Push ups12:45 Forearm Plank with natural lumbar curve14:15 Putting everything together in a flow✅ JOIN OUR MAILING LIST and you'll be the first to know whenever we have new content: https://www.jasonyoga.com/newsletterABOUT JASON:Jason Crandell is a natural teacher and author with more than 20 years of experience. Named “one of the teachers shaping the future of yoga,” by Yoga Journal, Jason has been an in-demand teacher at conferences around the world for more than a decade. For the past 10 years, Jason has honed his approach by looking to peers outside of the yoga community, in the fields of physical thera

This week I'm sharing a topic that's dear to my heart, which is creating a meditation practice that you love. We all face common (often self-imposed) meditation obstacles, from telling ourselves we just "can't do it right," to feeling like we don't have time to stressing ourselves out with an austere approach that feels like drudgery. The truth is that meditation can be a very natural -- even pleasurable -- part of each day that helps you develop the skills and training to navigate life with less suffering and more joy. This episode will help set you up for meditation success!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We've gotten a lot of questions asking about how Jason set up the curriculum for his 200 YTT, so that's what we cover in this episode. Last week was Part I -- we discussed how Jason intends to create community, mentor support, and practice teaching in the online space. This week we go step-by-step through the syllabus! After you give this one a listen you will know what to expect -- but if you still have questions, don't hesitate to email us at support@jasonyoga.com. OR you can go to this page and chat with us directly: learn.jasonyoga.com/200 Lastly, if you go to this page

Want to know how Jason has set up his 200-hour online-only teacher training? Jason walks you through his process and how he honed in on how to make such a transformative foundational training work for folks. He talks about:How he plans to build community so that participants have a peer groupHow he will facilitate connection between the studentsHow he teaches folks to practice teaching -- both in-person and online. <<-- This section is worth listening to whether or not you are looking into a teacher training! It's so useful in terms of learning to articulate your sensory and somatic experiences through words.We had so much to discuss on this episode that we're going to do one more where we walk through how he crafted the curriculum. Hope it's helpful!To find out more about the 200-hour training or to register go to: learn.jasonyoga.com/200If you register before August 21, 2022 you will receive $300 off.For our show notes, go to: yogalandpodcast.com/episode272Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/