In this insightful interview, Doug Keller explores the roots of Hatha Yoga, its modern adaptations, and its profound connection to health, spirituality, and anatomy. Discover how traditional practices can be reinterpreted for contemporary wellness and spiritual growth.

Main Topics:

· History and origins of Hatha Yoga

· The relationship between physical practice and spiritual growth

· The role of fascia and anatomy in yoga practice

· Modern reinterpretations of traditional yoga techniques

· The importance of intention and mindfulness in yoga

Website: https://doyoga.com/

Instagram: @dougsyoga

Doug's books: https://doyoga.com/bookstore.htm

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Discover the nuanced role of physical touch in yoga, including its profound benefits and significant risks. In this episode, yoga teacher Adam explores the power of touch as a tool for connection, affirmation, and energy work, while addressing the dangers of abuse, boundary setting, and how to incorporate touch thoughtfully and ethically.

Key Topics

· The significance of touch in embodying energy and cultivating connection in yoga

· Personal experiences and crises of touch during the COVID-19 pandemic

· The impact of touch on healing and the importance of positive affirmation

· Recognizing and preventing physical and sexual abuse in yoga settings

· Establishing consent, feedback, and trust to create a safe environment

· The difference between assistance, adjustments, and forcing body shapes

· Safeguards such as consent cards and open communication with students

· Principles for ethical touch: gentle, clear, affirmative, and gradual

· The role of trust, relationship building, and sensitivity to personal boundaries

· Alternatives to adjustments, emphasizing support through presence and subtle cues

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In this insightful interview, Chad Herst shares his transformative journey through yoga, personal grief, and coaching. He discusses the profound lessons from his book 'The Performance Trap,' exploring themes of vulnerability, surrender, and self-acceptance.

Chad began practicing Ashtanga Yoga in 1993, with David Williams as his first teacher, and was authorized to teach by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois in 2003. He made the pilgrimage to Mysore for fourteen years, studied with Tim Miller, Chuck Miller, and Eddie Stern, and went on to found three Mysore-style programs. He still practices today. He's also a former licensed acupuncturist and has spent the last twenty years coaching high performers. His new book, The Performance Trap, is in part a reckoning with what the practice did to his body, and with the harder question underneath: why he kept going back long after he knew better, and what it means to still be on the mat at fifty-something. He lives in Northern California with his wife, Melissa.

Main Topics:

• · The impact of grief on personal growth
• · The role of discipline and surrender in yoga
• · The importance of honesty and vulnerability in coaching
• · How the desire for success can mask deeper ache

Websites: herstwellness.comChad's Book: The Performance Trap: The Ache No Success Will Ever Fix

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Full audiobook, EPUB, and PDF for anyone who wants to read the whole thing herstwellness.com/book

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In this episode, Adam explores the concept of faith in yoga practice, its philosophical roots, and its importance for consistency and commitment. He discusses how faith differs from religious dogma, its role in personal growth, and how it can be cultivated in modern life.

Key Topics

• · The nature of faith and its misconceptions
• · The importance of faith for consistency in practice
• · Faith as a commitment to a way of life
• · The relationship between faith, trust, and humility
• · The philosophical foundations of faith in yoga

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In this in-depth interview, Jennifer Prugh shares her journey through yoga, spirituality, and her extensive work in running a yoga studio. Topics include the transformative power of yoga, integrating spiritual practices, managing a busy studio, and her inspiring travels and charity work.

Main Topics:

· The transformative power of yoga and breathwork

· Integrating multiple spiritual traditions and practices

· Managing a large, diverse yoga community

· The role of ethics and mindfulness in daily life

· Jennifer's travels and charity work in Africa and India

Websites: https://jenniferprugh.com/ | https://breathetogetheryoga.com/

Instagram: @jennprugh | @breathetogetheryoga

Book: River of Offerings

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Adam explores the evolution of modern postural yoga, examining influences, shifts in teacher-student dynamics, social media impact, and cultural changes.

Key Topics

· Influences of Western gymnastics and body culture on yoga

· The role of scholarship in redefining yoga's history

· Changes in teacher-student dynamics and authority

· Impact of social media and fashion on yoga culture

· The blending of traditional and modern influences in yoga

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Adam Husler is the guest on this week's Keen on Yoga Podcast, discussing the nuances of yoga teaching, personal branding, and the importance of mindful practice. They discuss the evolution of yoga, the role of strength and flexibility, and how to create a safe, authentic space for students.

Adam's always had a desire to ask 'why' and brings a unique perspective to those who seek to transcend simply making shapes. He offers effective and clearly-sequenced teachings, informed by contemporary understanding of the human body, that focus on balancing flexibility and strength; physically and mentally.

· Yoga teaching philosophy and ethics

· The importance of understanding body mechanics

· Balancing flexibility and strength in yoga

· The impact of social media on yoga branding

Websites: https://adamhusler.com/ | https://www.centredstates.com/honestly-unbalanced

Instagram: @adamhusler

Adam shares his personal journey through aging, injury, and recovery, emphasizing the body's remarkable healing ability, the importance of patience, acceptance, and smart rehab strategies. He discusses his experiences with shoulder and hip injuries, surgical decisions, and the emotional aspects of aging and injury.

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· Body's ability to heal itself

· Importance of rest and patience in recovery

· Surgical decisions and alternatives

· Emotional impact of aging and injury

· Adapting yoga practice with age and injury

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In this insightful interview, Amanda Lucia, Professor of Studies of Religion, discusses her book 'White Utopias' and explores the complex issues surrounding modern yoga, cultural appropriation, exoticism, and racial dynamics within the yoga community. The conversation delves into festival experiences, the impact of capitalism, and the importance of authentic cultural engagement.

Main Topics:

• · Cultural appropriation in yoga
• · The role of festivals in modern yoga culture
• · Exoticism and orientalism in spiritual practices

Websites:

www.amandajeanlucia.com

www.religionandsexualabuseproject.org

Books:

Reflections of Amma: Devotees in a Global Embrace (2014)

White Utopias: The Religious Exoticism of Transformational Festivals (2020)

A Cultural History of Hinduism: Age of Independence (1947-2017) (2024)

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Adam explores the relationship between yoga asana, other physical activities, and the evolution of yoga practices. He discusses historical roots, modern misconceptions, and practical advice for balancing yoga with strength training for longevity and health.

KEY TOPICS

· Historical roots of yoga and ascetic practices

· The relationship between yoga asana and body care

· Risks of over-stretching and joint instability with age

· The importance of strength training for longevity

· Integrating energy work with physical exercise

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