The Yin Yoga Podcast
The Yin Yoga podcast marries traditional Yin Yoga with scientific evidence. Engage in healing practices that help you to deepen your mindfulness practice and support self regulation. All practices are Pain Care Aware to support individuals living with chronic pain.
Episodes
119 episodes
Understanding Yourself and Your Practice Through the Prism of The Gunas
In this solo discussion episode, we'll explore the three intertwined modes that constitute our very existence, the Gunas. This enlightening discussion will offer a fresh perspective on the intense sensations and fluctuations experienced in a ...
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Season 4
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Episode 39
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33:37
The Future of Yoga: A Conversation with Nikki Hadjithoma
In this episode you will meet Nikki Hajitoma, a renowned Yin Yoga teacher and trainer. We delve into Nikki's unique approach to yoga, where Western anatomy meets Eastern philosophy, and how this fusion supports psycho-spiritual developmen...
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Season 4
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Episode 38
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1:01:54
A Celebration of the Body: Yin Yoga, Cellular Respiration, and Gratitude
Experience the profound connection between the universe within you and the world around you as we journey through an exquisite exploration of yin yoga, mindfulness, and the incredible power of gratitude. This is a 90-minute yin yoga practice th...
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Season 4
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Episode 37
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1:34:01
Somatic Practice: Your Daily Routine for Stiff Upper Back and Neck
Ever felt like you needed some extra TLC for your upper back, neck, and shoulders? You're not alone. Come along as I guide you through an enriching somatic session, inspired by Feldenkrais method. This is a sublime practice that will no...
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Season 4
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Episode 36
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40:04
Yin & Somatic Practice: Calming Pelvic Pain and Tension
Ready to revolutionize your relationship with your pelvic floor? This enlightening episode is like a road map to pelvic health, guiding you through gentle practices and their benefits, understanding the intricacies of your pelvic anatomy, and e...
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Season 4
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Episode 35
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1:02:39
Yin & Experiential Anatomy: Meet the Traps
Become a Patron of the Yin Yoga Podcast! Just $15/month for access to premium, exclusive content and courses. Learn MoreIn this practice, we unravel the potential...
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Season 4
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Episode 35
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1:04:18
Becoming an Evidence Informed Yin Yoga Teacher or Student: A Guided Journey Part Four
Are you ready to unlock the power of evidence-informed Yin Yoga in managing chronic pain? This fascinating episode wraps up our four-part series, illuminating how Yin Yoga can help regulate the nervous system and promote mindfulness. We journey...
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Season 4
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Episode 34
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46:22
Becoming an Evidence Informed Yin Yoga Teacher or Student: A Guided Journey Part Three
In this third episode in our Becoming an Evidence Informed Yin Teacher or Student, I'll be reviewing some actual papers for you that are not directly about Yin Yoga but instead about an important component of our practice, stretching. ...
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Season 4
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Episode 33
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51:16
Becoming an Evidence Informed Yin Yoga Teacher or Student: Part Two
Ready to level up your Yin Yoga teaching or practice? We're back with part two of our enlightening series, and this time, we're demystifying the process of reading research. In this solo episode, I'll guide you to improve your research li...
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Season 4
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Episode 32
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36:38
Becoming an Evidence Informed Yin Yoga Teacher or Student: A Guided Journey Part One
In this solo episode I share invaluable insights that will empower both teachers and practitioners to deepen their understanding of Yin Yoga, as well as underscore the importance of employing research-backed knowledge for the betterment of phys...
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Season 4
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Episode 31
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41:47
Yin & Somatics: Activate to Release Tight Hip Flexors
So many of us suffer with hip flexors that feel stiff, tight, sore or even painful. it's not uncommon for me to encounter clients and students that are even plagued with a reduced range of motion and trouble fully extending the hip. So ...
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Season 4
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Episode 30
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1:05:26
Harmonizing Body and Mind: The Relationship between Yin Yoga and Traditional Chinese Medicine
In this episode we peel back the layers of Eastern wisdom with our esteemed guest, Josh Summers. Seasoned Yin teachers and novice practitioners alike will benefit from Josh's perspective in this fascinating discussion.Josh generou...
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Season 4
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Episode 29
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1:31:46
Yin & Somatics: Benevolent Awareness for the Neck and Throat
Though the front of the neck and throat are only a very small part of the physical body, they have an oversized role in self hood. This practice is amazing for my listeners with neck pain, but especially valuable for those of us who hold ...
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Season 4
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Episode 28
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1:01:14
Exploring Shoulder Anatomy: A Deep Dive into Yin Yoga and Myofascial Release Techniques
You might think you know the intricacies of your shoulder anatomy, but this practice will take you to a depth of understanding that you've never reached before. We're not just talking about the surface-level stuff; we're diving right into the c...
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Season 4
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Episode 27
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1:07:10
Befriending the Hip: A Holistic Approach to Hip Tension
Ever felt frustrated with persistent hip tension that just won't go away? Ever wondered if there's a simpler, more holistic way to relieve that discomfort? Today, we're using the healing power of awareness in movement: Yin Yoga, to bring radica...
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Season 4
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Episode 26
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36:15
Harnessing the Power of the Five Elements in Your Practice and in Your Life
Register for my Yin Masterclass: Creating Yin Sequencing Poetry. Join me live on September 11, 2023 at 2 pm CT (USA) or request the recording after 9/11 at https://...
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Season 4
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Episode 25
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1:12:16
Yin & Somatics: Lasting Relief for Hip and Groin Tension
Ever wondered why tension seems to build up in certain areas of your body, like the front of your pelvis and groins? This episode of the Yin Yoga Pod-practice aims to provide answers to this question while helping you find a solution through mi...
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Season 4
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Episode 24
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1:02:32
Yin & Somatics: Thoracic Nerve Flossing
Yoga is a bit preoccupied with muscles, Yin perhaps a bit too preoccupied with joints and connective tissues. But there is another element to healthy movement that is being influenced in our practice, in all of our movement really... that's the...
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Season 4
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Episode 24
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1:06:35
Unlocking Your Authentic Voice: The Intersection of Yin Yoga, Nervous System Regulation, and Leadership
How can Yin Yoga and nervous system communication unearth your unique and authentic voice? Join us on a fascinating journey with Elise Besler, a Yin Yoga teacher, musician, and leadership coach, as she sheds light on the intricate interplay bet...
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Season 4
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Episode 23
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50:34
Yinversion
Some of these poses are unfamiliar! If you need a visual, Click for a pose gallery of this practice. We don’t usually think about inversions in Yin. So to introduce...
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Season 4
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Episode 22
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1:03:20
Bolster Giveaway: The podcast returns for real on July 26th!
The podcast is still on break for a couple more weeks. But that doesn't mean that we aren't hard at work on future episodes. As I plan the rest of the 4th season, I can't help but wonder what YYP listeners would like more of. In fact, t...
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Season 4
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Episode 22
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1:30
A Yin Hiatus May 24 - July 26: And a Special Offer
I'm on break for the next couple of months but will be returning with fresh new episodes on July 26.You can keep practicing with me this Summer in The Shift School! Take advantage of this special deal and get unlimited acce...
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Season 4
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Episode 21
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2:19
Yin & Somatics: The Toes Have It
This practice is all about the lower body. But we will work with the feet, ankles, knees, thighs and hips with an unorthodox somatic lens, the toes. You will be delighted to discover how influential these appendages are in your poses and moveme...
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Season 4
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Episode 20
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1:04:12
Guided Somatic Meditation for Heartfelt Good Wishes
A quick guided somatic meditation to help you to learn how to comfort yourself. I have loosely based this meditation on the teachings of Kristen Neff. She tells us that we and we alone are the most capable of comforting ourselves. In this pract...
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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10:13
