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Do you know where pranayama really begins? Answer revealed... Oct 16, 2022

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Do you like many others believe that pranayama begins when you sign up for a pranayama class or pay attention to your inhalations and exhalations?
What if I told you this is wrong? Pranayama actually starts at a very specific point in our practice. Tune in to find out the answer from Arundhati on this episode.
Remember Pranayama Yoga Teacher training starts November 4th, 2022. You can sign up right now!

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Want to Teach Pranayama After Teaching Asana? Listen Up! Oct 10, 2022

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It's that time of the year again, Arundhati's annual 30-hour Pranayama Teacher Training &Immersive studies are now open for enrollment. We're doing a special deep dive into all things pranayama this month.
Starting this week, we kickstart a deep conversation about when to recognize if you're ready to start pranayama studies. And more importantly, how to spot if you're ready to teach it to others.
In this solo episode, Arundhati walks you through 5 main things to watch out for that will indicate that you're ready to start deep, immersive pranayama studies. As well as some signs that show you that you're perhaps ready to teach it to others.
You'll also get to learn more about her virtual pranayama teacher training that starts November 4th, 2022.
Enrollments are open. You can click here to sign up for the pranayama teacher training for 2022.

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The Art of Instructing Yoga with Christina Sell Oct 03, 2022

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In this episode, we explore the art of instructing yoga. It's something yoga teachers do every single time we enter a class. Yet, many yoga teachers struggle with getting comfortable, or skillful at instructing. Because we have to take what we have as experience in our bodies and being. Make it coherent for someone else. While this sounds straightforward, it's not.
Arundhati interviews Christina Sell. A long-time yoga teacher and student. The conversation goes deep into the "art of instructing yoga". If you teach yoga asana in some capacity, this is highly recommended listen.
Episode Highlights...

The goal of yoga and asana teachers in giving instructions
Avoiding over-instructing and under-instructing
Quality learning and instructing amidst the fast-paced world of yoga
Cueing in yoga
Is there a difference between teaching a beginner and a more experienced student?
Christina's words of encouragement

Christina Sell has been practicing asana since 1991. Known for her passion, clarity and creativity, Christina’s teaching style is a dynamic and challenging blend of inspiration, humor, and hard work.

Christina has a BA in Counseling and Education and an MA in Integrative Education and Curriculum Design. She resides in Bellingham, WA with her husband, two very affectionate cats, and the world’s best dog, Locket.

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What is advanced yoga - 100th episode special Sep 19, 2022

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To celebrate our 100th episode, we’ve invited 5 of our most popular guests back on the show. We asked them all the same question, “What is advanced yoga?”

Tune in and find out what Vikram Jeet Singh, Indu Arora, Savira Gupta, Kaya Mindlin & Alexandria Crow say about advanced yoga.

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What You Should Know, Learn, and Teach As A Yoga Teacher Sep 12, 2022

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In today's episode, Arundhati addresses 3 important aspects of being a yoga teacher...

What you should know before teaching yoga?
What's the bare minimum yoga teachers need to learn to actually teach yoga?
What should you teach as a yoga teacher to your students?

You no longer need to self-navigate and be confused about how and what to study. At the end of this episode, you'll have clarity about how to add some structure to your learning journey. It's a unique insight that will enrich your teaching journey. Arundhati gives you a step-by-step breakdown of what to do in each part.
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The Vagus Nerve In Yoga with Mel Singh Sep 06, 2022

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For centuries yoga practice has taken into account the impact of the Vagas nerve in our wellbeing. While modern science is catching up. In today's episode, Arundhati interviews Mel Singh about all things Vagas nerve & Yoga. The Vagus nerve is gaining a lot of momentum in the yoga community. But we dig deep into how this nerve has already been accounted for in many yogic practices for centuries.
From this conversation, you’ll gain clarity on the basics of the Vagas nerve, its location, significance, function, etc…aka the fundamentals that you should know.
But we dig deeper into the gunas from Ayurveda. Explore the link to the Vagas nerve & impact.
You'll understand how to catch an imbalance in the functioning of this nerve. As well as how does this nerve ages.
But most importantly, Mel shares the various tools available in yoga to help condition the Vagas nerve for optimal functioning. From asanas (postures) to pranayama and meditation.
Mel is a trained kinesiologist and exercise physiologist with a specialization in neurophysiology. She is also a trained mindfulness meditation teacher and Yoga & Ayurveda Wellness Counsellor. Full bio in show notes.
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What No One Told You About Hands-on Adjustments in Yoga Aug 29, 2022

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Hands-on adjustments -a topic requested by YOU. Is this a skill to have as a yoga teacher or unnecessary in 2022? Most yoga teachers think they need to be on one side or the other. But the truth is, it's not that easy.

You need to explore this conversation from many angles. This is what we do in this episode of the Let’s Talk Yoga podcast with Arundhati Baitmangalkar

Did you know there are 3 main types of adjustments? Hands-on adjustments are the last of these options. Yet many yoga teachers spend $$$ trying to “learn” this in the hopes of doing better as yoga teachers.

In this episode, we dive deep into understanding this conversation in 2022. How much time and effort should you invest into this? How to learn them? When to use them? Reflections on your own experience of these adjustments and most importantly, how to move forward?

If you teach yoga, whether you’ve had an adjustment before or not. This will add a lot of value to your yoga practice.

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History of Vinyasa Yoga with Vikram Jeet Singh Aug 22, 2022

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Vinyasa as a style of yoga asana has exploded all over the world with millions of people doing vinyasa every day. In fact, when many people think yoga - they think vinyasa style.

But do you know how this style originated? Do you even know the real meaning of the word Vinyasa?

Vikram Jeet Singh is a long-time yoga teacher, mentor, and repeat guest on the podcast. He clarifies and helps us explore vinyasa in-depth, its origins, transitions, and journey into today's modern yoga studio.

Episode Highlights…

What does the word vinyasas mean?
How does Vinyasa fit into the grand scheme of yoga?
The story of how Vinyasa originated
How it crossed over from India to the rest of the world
Understanding the different types of vinyasa today
Is vinyasa the ‘right’ style for everyone?

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Let’s Talk About Yoga on Your Period… Aug 15, 2022

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Can you do yoga during your period? Should you be inverting? How do you approach this as a yoga teacher?
In today's episode, we get into these questions and more with Arundhati. She gives you never heard before the cultural context of menstruation in Indian culture as well as highlights the ongoing problem of period poverty. Which pushes young girls and women further away from doing yoga to date. All over the globe.
She shares how she gets this question from her Indian and South Asian clients as it has cultural significance to millions.
Tune in to learn what you need to do when you're on your period. Whether you should invert or not? (The answer will surprise you). What should you avoid on your period & how to deal with this as a yoga teacher?
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Understanding Tantra for Beginners with Dr. Kavitha Chinnaiyan Aug 08, 2022

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This week, we explore all things Tantra and Yoga. There is a lot of misinformation out there about Tantra. Most often people think of tantric sex and sensual pleasure as Tantra. But there is so much more to Tantra.

In this episode, we chat with Dr. Kavitha Chinnanaiyan. A cardiologist, author, mother, and wife. She has spent decades in the study of Tantra, Yoga, Ayurveda, and Vedic scriptures under her Guru and teachers.

She eloquently breaks down Tantra in this episode. Whether you’re new to this topic or already have some idea of what Tantra is about you’ll learn so much more in this conversation.

Tantra Episode highlights...