Yogaland Podcast

Beginning yoga students often struggle to breath properly in class. As a yoga teacher, we want to provide our students with skillful, accessible techniques to support their journey. This discussion shows 3 simple, universally beneficial ways to help your students learn to breath when they practice yoga.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

If you’ve ever wondered what’s really happening in your body and brain during asana and meditation, today’s conversation is going to fascinate you. Our guest is Dr. Daya Grant -- a neuroscientist, sports psychologist, and mental performance consultant -- who explains the growing research on mindfulness and meditation and how these practices are beneficial to the brain.We cover a lot of ground in this interview including:How yoga and meditation affect the brain, both structurally and functionallyWhat happens to the brain during breathing practices like alternate-nostril breathing (which Daya says is one of the most widely studied pranayama exercises)How she helps athletes use mindfulness, asana, and yoga philosophy to enhance their performanceWhat it was like having a meditation practice growing up impacted her, and how she’s carrying on that tradition with her own sonShow notes: http://www.jasonyoga.com/podcast/episode258 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. See acast.com/privacy f

Beginning yoga students often struggle to breath properly in class. As a yoga teacher, we want to provide our students with skillful, accessible techniques to support their journey. This discussion shows 3 simple, universally beneficial ways to help your students learn to breath when they practice yoga.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

When today’s guest, Katharine DeShaw, found out her beloved yoga studio, Center for Yoga in Los Angeles, was closing she took matters into her own hands.Katharine, who is a consultant in philanthropy and nonprofit management, went to work making phone calls to raise community support and funds to allow Center for Yoga to open its doors again. It's an inspiring story of how the yoga community came together to keep this iconic space -- which had been in business since the 1960s -- open and thriving despite continuing challenges of re-opening during a global pandemic.Show notes: http://www.jasonyoga.com/podcast/episode257Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today, Jason and I are talking about resilience--a concept that has become even more important as life continues to shift and change during the pandemic. We touch on:*What resilience is and why yoga is a particularly helpful practice to help cultivate it. *Why having a routine AND allowing some flexibility within that routine is a good strategy for building resilience*Two different types of resilience - adaptation and responsiveness - and why they're both helpful in different situations*What yoga philosophy adds to the discussion in regard to your sense of selfShow notes: http://www.jasonyoga.com/podcast/episode256Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode supports yoga teachers by breaking down the 3 best modification and 3 best alternatives to Chaturanga. Show notes: http://www.jasonyoga.com/podcast/ytc-ep11Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

No matter how much you love yoga, eventually you’ll reach a point where you aren’t as inspired as you once were.Today’s episode is all about finding inspiration for your practice again. It’s relevant for any yoga student, of course, but we also touch on the challenges specific to yoga teachers. We offer some advice for those times when your yoga practice is feeling a little less like an escape and more like, well, work.We talk about:Why it’s important to challenge yourself at least once a weekDifferent mediums for finding inspirationWhy the advice to practice exactly what you teach (and only what you teach) is bad adviceSimple reminders to keep you connected How to deal with plateausShow notes: http://www.jasonyoga.com/podcast/episode255Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Teaching Chaturanga safely and effectively is simple when you understand how to keep the shoulders stable. This episode discusses how to teach Chaturanga safely, unpacks the principles and actions that underscore safety in Chaturanga, and examines some important exceptions to these rules. Show notes: http://www.jasonyoga.com/podcast/ytc-ep10Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Like it or not, if you're a yoga teacher today part of your job is marketing your yoga classes to the public. One of the best ways to do that is to consistently create great content.This week's episode will help get you out of your content rut and into creation mode. We talk about:✳️ Easy ways to come up with content ideas✳️ The mediums/formats that we think are most useful right now✳️ How to create structure to make it easier to publish✳️ What to do if you feel like you aren't getting any traction PS: I will be relaunching my online course, Content Blueprint for Yoga Teachers soon with updated lessons. Join the waitlist 

In this episode of Yogaland's Yoga Teacher Companion, Jason discusses how to effectively incorporate yoga philosophy and wisdom in your classes. You'll learn how to avoid some of the common pitfalls of including philosophy, where to effectively insert it into your sequence, and the value of being simple, clear and genuine in your approach.We've got so many helpful resources for yoga teachers and students!Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/F7xK8S5a524▷▷▷ Head over to our blog for tons of free yoga sequences, pose breakdowns, yoga anatomy info, and teaching advice:www.jasonyoga.com/blog

I've waited years to bring someone on the podcast to talk money because I wanted to find someone who was knowledgeable about finances and also deeply connected to the practice of yoga. I found her in this week's guest, financial coach and accountant, Chioma Njoku.Here are a few of the things we cover:* Why Chioma feels many yoga teachers are uncomfortable with money* The mindset issue that keeps many in the yoga community from making good financial choices* Her own personal struggles with money (even though she is a professional accountant!) and how her yoga practice helped her be more responsible with her money* Practical money advice for yoga teachers—such as what to consider when you price yoga classes, finding a bookkeeper and financial coach, and more!Show notes: http://www.jasonyoga.com/podcast/episode253Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Learn my favorite go-to core strengtheners--and, where you can put them in your practice and classes to create sustainable, integrated core-strength.We've got so many helpful resources for yoga teachers and students!Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/AV2IZAU0ivI▷▷▷ Head over to our blog for tons of free yoga sequences, pose breakdowns, yoga anatomy info, and teaching advice:www.jasonyoga.com/blog

Most of us have felt insecure from time to time. Occasionally that insecurity shows up as imposter syndrome, or feeling like a fraud or unworthy of the position you hold.On this episode we explore the different reasons imposter syndrome might arise for yoga teachers and how to reframe things so that you don't get in your own way. We also reflect on the role that gender can play, and when imposter syndrome might be an important signal that you don't want to ignore.Show notes: https://www.jasonyoga.com/podcast/episode252Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Learn my 5 favorite postures and transitions for creating greater shoulder mobility. You'll also learn where I like to include these postures in my personal practice and sequences. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/Mx5toKzyKkg▷▷▷ Head over to our blog for tons of free yoga sequences, pose breakdowns, yoga anatomy info, and teaching advice:www.jasonyoga.com/blog

My guest on this episode of Yogaland is therapist and yoga teacher, James Woods. About 10 years ago, in his work a therapist in the juvenile justice system, foster care system, and mental health system, James felt like he was not able to make an impact the way he'd hoped.⁠⁠When he discovered yoga, he felt like he found himself and his purpose -- and he decided to bring it to the kids and teachers in his community.⁠⁠On this episode, we talk about how yoga was the perfect adjunct to James' training as a therapist, the importance of teaching kids self-regulation, and how essential it is to feel a sense of belonging.⁠⁠James also shares a very wise(and crucial!) approach to take if you'd like to teach yoga in schools. ⁠Show notes; http://www.jasonyoga.com/podcast/episode251Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Learn my 5 favorite postures and transitions for creating greater hip-mobility. You'll also learn where I like to include these postures in my personal practice and sequences. Watch the video that goes with this episode: https://youtu.be/cORXqn6t8ZEWe've got so many helpful resources for yoga teachers and students!▷▷▷ Head over to our blog for tons of free yoga sequences, pose breakdowns, yoga anatomy info, and teaching advice:www.jasonyoga.com/blog

This week's guest -- Reema Datta -- is an Indian-American teacher, speaker, humanitarian, author and musician who has dedicated her life to offering yoga as a holistic practice leading to healing and lasting peace. Reema grew up in a family of yogis, having learned first learned yoga philosophy from her grandfather, Ayurvedic cooking from her grandmother, and sacred song and mantra from her mother.On this episode of Yogaland, Reema shares her history and how she developed her approach to teaching yoga for emotional healing. She also addresses cultural appropriation in yoga and the narratives of shame and victimhood that she finds problematic. >>> Check out the shownotes page for links to all of Reema's offerings: yogalandpodcast.com/episode250 <<<-->Join our mailing list here to get all of our latest free content: jasonyoga.com/newsletter -->If you'd like to learn more about Jason's upcoming 500-hour teacher training, join his behind-the-scenes webinar here: jasonyoga.com/webinar-->

It's the new year, which usually means an influx of new students! How can you support them? And how can you navigate being the newbie? Jason offers his ideas for both on this week's episode. /// Don't forget to join our email list so you don't miss all of the new content coming up this season! We've got a roster of new guests plus Jason's new short videos, Yoga Teacher's companion: https://www.jasonyoga.com/newsletterShownotes: yogalandpodcast.com/episode249Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We don't simply want greater flexibility. We want flexibility that we can control--and, we want to be strong in our flexibility. In this discussion, Jason breaks down the terms "passive range of motion," "active range of motion," and "end-range strength." You'll learn how these phenomenon relate to each other and how to incorporate these techniques into your teaching and practice. See the video at YouTube: https://youtu.be/vj-RY90r_o4 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Understanding the relationship between flexibility in mobility--and, gaining clarity on these terms--is essential as a modern yoga teacher. All too often, flexibility and mobility are thought of us separate phenomenon. This discussion will help teachers and practitioners, 1) accurately understand these terms, 2) show the relationship between flexibility and mobility, and 3) explain where I like to focus on these two attributes in my sequences.If you'd like to watch this episode, you can find it on our web site:http://www.jasonyoga.com/podcast/ytc-ep4/Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.