Yoga teacher Jenni Rawlings and Exercise Science professor Travis Pollen discuss the topic of micromanaging in yoga and movement classes.

Points of discussion include:

• What does “micromanaging” mean in a yoga or movement context?
• Do we see micromanaging tendencies in other movement fields, such as personal training, physical therapy, or somatics-based practices?
• What are some examples of micromanaging that we see in yoga classes?
• Why is it common for yoga instructors to use a micromanaging approach in their teaching?
• How can micromanaging in yoga be unhelpful?
• In what contexts can teaching in a detailed manner (which is not necessarily the same thing as micromanaging) actually be helpful?
• Are these common alignment cues in yoga examples of micromanaging? “Externally rotate your shoulders in down dog”, “pull your navel to your spine”, and “find a neutral pelvis”?
• …And much more!

Enjoy this engaging and eye-opening discussion for yoga, movement, and fitness geeks!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Jenni’s email newsletter

Strength for Yoga Remote Group Training – ongoing, interactive monthly strength program for yogis designed by Jenni & Travis

Online yoga class library & yoga anatomy workshops with Jenni

Strength for Yoga email newsletter

YouTube video: 3 Tips for Shoulder Pain in Down Dog

To find out more about Travis Pollen: website / Instagram

Music used with generous permission from Dischord A Cappella.

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