High achievers in business, sport, and life in general can benefit hugely from yoga practice. However, the very traits that lead to success in their field can bring up unique challenges when brought to the mat.

Today, host Katja speaks with Yoga Medicine Therapeutic Specialist Katharina Claeys about teaching yoga to high achievers. Katharina is an educator, speaker, and consultant with a focus on building resilience and nervous system regulation, as well as women's health.

Listen to this episode to learn why setting realistic expectations, being flexible in your teaching approach, and managing the moments of transition into class are so important when working with high achievers.

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Show Notes:

• Traits of high achievers on and off the mat [2:47]
• Which high achievers seek yoga for support? [6:29]
• Establish "the why" and set clear expectations [10:27]
• Working with perfectionism and over-efforting [15:26]
• Be ready with a range of techniques [17:19]
• Doorway affirmations, tapping into physical senses [27:05]
• Work with the person, not the profession [31:49]
• Match your student's energy [34:17]
• Tips for teachers: self-care, scheduling, community, mentors [40:28]
• Get started teaching yoga to high achievers [45:22]

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Links Mentioned:

• Watch this episode on YouTube
• Online Burnout Resilience Program
• Previous Yoga Medicine Podcast Episode:
  • Episode 146: Hustle Culture Meets Wellness Sphere
• Connect with Katharina Claeys & Resilience Yoga:

Katharina Claeys | Instagram | LinkedIn

You can learn more about this episode, and see the full show notes at YogaMedicine.com/podcast-150.

And you can find out more about insider tips, online classes or information on our teacher trainings at YogaMedicine.com.

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