Stay ConnectedThis down-to-earth podcast by Andrea Ferretti (former executive editor of Yoga Journal) will keep informed and inspired to practice yoga. Topics run the gamut from nitty gritty technique (her yoga teacher husband Jason Crandell often joins to help with this) to down-to-earth conversations about how to apply yoga’s lessons and tools to help craft a happy, balanced life.
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Today, we're talking to Cyndi Lee, who was the first Western female yoga teacher to combine Tibetan Buddhism and yoga.
Cyndi and I worked together many times when I was an editor at Yoga Journal and I have so much respect for her. You'll see why in this candid, down-to-earth interview. Cyndi is is not only inspiring, but she's a living testament to how practicing yoga and meditation for many years can help you navigate life's ups and downs with grace.
We talk about:
* Cyndi's career as a professional dancer in the 1980s--including what it was like working with Cyndi Lauper
* The journey that led Cyndi to open the legendary Om Yoga studio in New York City
* Her recent studies that led her to become a Buddhist chaplain, what that entails, and how that intersects with yoga for her
* Cyndi's double hip replacement, what she learned from it, and how the healing process is going for her. Plus, she shares what advice she’d give to others who are facing a similar situation.
Show notes; http://www.jasonyoga.com/podcast/episode152
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Like it or not, if you want to be a full-time yoga teacher today, digital marketing is a part of the job.
It doesn’t come easily to everyone, but through the years Jason and I have figured out what works for us. In this episode, which was recorded at one of Jason’s yoga teacher trainings at LoveStoryYoga in San Francisco, we share our best advice for yoga teachers who are trying to build a following online. We discuss:
* Our best tips for creating consistent, authentic content for social media when marketing doesn’t come easily. (Particularly, we talk about how to be a storyteller, solve a problem, and start with your wheelhouse, and turn that into content.)
* How to use social media to attract private clients, as opposed to a mass audience.
* When it might be smarter to focus on in-person marketing and networking instead of online
* An easier way to gather student testimonials for social proof
* Suggestions for people who aren’t comfortable posting photos of themselves in yoga postures (and selfies in general!). Plus, Andrea’s tips for taking better photos.
* Advice for teachers who want to expand their teaching online by making yoga videos available online
Show notes: http://jasonyoga.com/podcast/episode151
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5. Storyworth makes it easy and fun for loved ones to tell their stories. Simply purchase a subscription for someone you love--like your father for Father’s Day!--and each week Storyworth will send them a question about their life. After a year, stories are bound in a beautiful book. For $20 off, visit storyworth.com/yogaland when you subscribe.
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Robyn Capobianco, PhD, is back on the podcast this week to talk about the findings of two related studies she and her team conducted about the science of flexibility. The big takeaway from both studies is the same: Doing self-massage with Yoga Tune Up Balls before stretching increases flexibility and creates less of a temporary strength deficit. Translation: On those days when you just want to lie on the floor and roll, DO IT. Is it good for you? Yes! Is it good for your yoga practice? Yes! Is it a good thing to do as you age? Definitely! There is so much good news in this episode and Robyn breaks it all down for you.
Show notes: http://www.jasonyoga.com/podcast/episode150
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2. Care/of is a monthly subscription vitamin service made from high, quality ingredients personally tailored to your exact needs. Their short quiz asks you about your diet, health goals, and lifestyle choices and uses these answers to create personalized vitamin packs just for you. For 25% off your first month of personalized care/of vitamins, visit takecareof.com and enter promo code YOGALAND.
3. Away is a new kind of luggage that is designed to be resilient, resourceful, and essential to the way you travel today. They use high-quality materials at a lower price point than other brands because they sell directly on the Internet. Try it out for 100 days, and if you don’t love it return it for a full refund. For $20 off a suitcase, visit awaytravel.com/yogaland and use promo code YOGALAND at checkout.
4. Ohmme is a company that makes yoga and activewear clothing for men. The fit and function is phenomenal. Plus, their design and manufacturing process is sustainable since they use many recycled materials. For 20% off your Ohmme order, visit ohmme.com and use promo code YOGALAND20 at checkout.
5. Storyworth makes it easy and fun for loved ones to tell their stories. Simply purchase a subscription for someone you love--like your father for Father’s Day!--and each week Storyworth will send them a question about their life. After a year, stories are bound in a beautiful book. For $20 off, visit storyworth.com/yogaland when you subscribe.
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This week’s episode is a continuation of last week’s discussion on how to cope with changes to your yoga practice and teaching style. Jason shares his practical tips on how to change up your teaching style with grace -- something that is particularly challenging when your livelihood depends on an earlier approach.
We talk about:
* How Jason got his start teaching in the Ashtanga tradition, and why he began to lose interest in that and move on to more technique-oriented approach to vinyasa yoga
* A few of the pose techniques that Jason has changed his opinions on (and why). He talks about his approach to backbends, twists, Anjaneyasana (Low Lunge), and Eka Pada Rajakapotasana (Pigeon Pose).
* Why it’s a good idea to make changes to your yoga teaching schedule slowly over time, especially if you're making a drastic change
* How to communicate subtle changes to longtime students in a way that’s both diplomatic and respectful
Show notes: http://www.jasonyoga.com/podcast/episode149
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We’re so happy to be back for Season 2!
There's that old adage, "Change is the only certainty in life." And it applies to your yoga practice and teaching, too. This week, Jason and I are talking about the internal challenges, doubts, and insecurities that come up when we're managing change in our practice.
We talk about:
* How Jason has changed as a student and a teacher throughout the years. He shares one transition that was particularly hard for him as a young teacher
* He gives advice for people who are hard on themselves after a shift because they feel disillusioned about some of the beliefs or techniques they were teaching previously
* Why Jason dislikes the word “master” (as in “yoga master”) and what happened in his life that empowered him to start experimenting with changing up yoga traditions and sharing his findings with his students
* The struggles that come with the evolution of modern yoga in the social media age
* Why it’s problematic for teachers to discourage their students from experimenting with other teachers and other ways of practicing
Show notes: http://www.jasonyoga.com/podcast/episode148/
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Since Jason so often emphasizes the importance of building strength -- especially along the posterior chain (back side) of the body, I get asked all the time, "What does Jason think about Yin yoga?" For the Season 1 Finale, we decided to take on this topic. Yin is a popular style of yoga that emphasizes long, passive holds of various (mostly floor-based) poses.
In that light, Jason and I talk about:
* What happens to muscles when you stretch them passively for more than 60 seconds
* Why it's never a good idea to stretch ligaments
* Who might be a good fit for a regular Yin practice and who should be more cautious
* Why it's important to include strength building practices, especially for the posterior chain, if you're going to regularly practice passive stretching
* The most important type of strength for injury prevention, and some examples of how to do it
Show notes: http://www.jasonyoga.com/podcast/episode147
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This week, I talk to Katherine Priore Ghannam all about yoga for kids and her innovative program Headstand, which offered yoga to low-income K-12 schools around San Francisco.
We cover some of the lessons Katherine learned from starting her passion project from scratch, and why it's oh-so-beneficial to introduce yoga and mindfulness in schools.
Whether you're interested in sharing yoga with kids or just need some inspiration to keep working toward your goals, this episode is for you.
We talk about:
* The story of how Headstand got its start (and why she kept at it despite many of the kids initial resistance)
* Why she designed the yoga program as part of the school curriculum
* How she uses the techniques she's learned teaching school children into her own family
* Practical tips for how to introduce yoga to children at different ages
Show notes: http://www.jasonyoga.com/podcast/episode146
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The recent episode where Jason and I discuss teaching yoga part-time vs. making it a full-time career really struck a chord. I was surprised by the number of emails, direct messages, and comments that listeners sent my way.
As usual, you were full of insights. So for this week's episode, I decided to share some of those comments as inspiration, motivation, and support for others who are fulfilling their dharma of sharing yoga.
Show notes: http://www.jasonyoga.com/podcast/episode145
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For almost three years, Jason has resisted addressing your questions about the sacroiliac joint (SI) -- mostly because it's such a complex topic for a podcast. But today! I wore him down. He addresses a listener question about the mysterious sacrum and the soreness that so often comes along with yoga practice.
He talks about:
*Why, why, why?? do we so often experience sacral pain in yoga
*What is often happening to the sacrum when we experience pain flare-ups
*The role that the piriformis can play in SI soreness
*How to alter your yoga practice to get out of pain for good
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In this episode, Jason breaks down what he sees as some of the pros and cons of teaching full-time vs. teaching part-time. The bottom line is this: There's not one right choice, but no matter whichever direction you choose, there are some challenges to overcome. (And if you're considering becoming a yoga teacher because you think it would be an easy, relaxed lifestyle, well, you might want to reconsider.)
Here are a few of the things we discuss:
* Jason debunks the myth that yoga teachers have an easy work-life balance and explains why it's so challenging to make a living as a yoga teacher.
* How being a yoga teacher has changed in the 20 years Jason's been teaching.
* One of the biggest mistakes Jason sees yoga teachers make when they market themselves. Hint: It has to do with social media.
* Part-time teacher? Say it loud and proud.
Shownotes: yogalandpodcast.com/episode143
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2. If you’re like me and you wear your gym or yoga clothes 6 or 7 days a week, you want to look put together. My life has changed since Fabletics became a sponsor of the podcast. Their styles are super adorable and affordable. Get two pairs of leggings for $24 when you sign up to be a VIP. Go to fabletics.com/YOGALAND to take advantage of this deal, get exclusive discounts, and more.
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