We can learn a lot by studying principles from different training modalities, and considering how they might apply to the general yoga class. In this episode, we dissect the principle of SAID: specific adaptation to imposed demands. A term often used in the sports world, we show you how SAID is important in many real-life scenarios and in the yoga class.
IN THIS EPISODE:
The definition of SAID and some examples in yoga and sports (4:30)
Nat: "Our nervous system is lazy." She explains more (15:06)
What are some applications of the SAID principle in our every day life, in our sports, in our activities? (17:07)
The cumulative injury cycle and its relationship to SAID, and why this is of utmost important for yoga teachers who demo (21:22)
What is the carryover effect in SAID and how can we use it? (25:33)
How can yoga, using what we know of the SAID principle, be of greatest service to athletes? (32:58)
What is progressive overload? Sandy explains her stance on joints and fragility in yoga, cues like "keep your knee behind your toes" (35:32)
RESOURCES & LINKS:
Cha's Organic Coconut Milk
Youtube video of Cristiano Ronaldo
Power Yoga by Baron Baptiste
SAID Progression from Wikipedia
FREE DOWNLOAD: How to Use SAID Principles to a Build Yoga Class or Series
How To Teach A Yoga Pose Progression Using SAID Principles
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