April 07, 2025

Yoga for Every Body: Accessibility, Agency, and Inclusivity

25 minutes

In this episode of Deepen Your Yoga Practice, Lauren Leduc interviews Liz Kerlin, a yoga teacher focused on accessibility and inclusivity. They discuss Liz's journey to yoga, the importance of representation, and the need for safe spaces in yoga practice. Liz shares insights on teaching chair yoga and emphasizes the significance of agency and emotional health in yoga. The conversation highlights the transformative power of yoga for individuals of all abilities and backgrounds.

Takeaways

Liz's journey to yoga began with seeking pain relief.

Yoga is often marketed in a way that excludes many.

Accessibility in yoga means removing barriers for all bodies.

Agency in practice encourages students to ask what they need.

Representation in yoga is crucial for inclusivity.

Creating safe spaces allows for personal growth and exploration.

Chair yoga can be just as challenging as traditional yoga.

The pandemic provided an opportunity for deeper self-reflection.

Yoga teacher training can deepen one's relationship with self.

Bringing emotions to the mat can lead to healing.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Yoga and Personal Journeys
02:44 The Importance of Accessibility in Yoga
05:12 Yoga Teacher Training and Personal Growth
07:37 Understanding Accessibility in Yoga
10:14 Promoting Choice and Agency in Practice
12:40 Representation in Yoga
15:03 Creating Safe Spaces in Yoga
17:41 Upcoming Chair Yoga Workshop
20:20 Surprising Aspects of Chair Yoga
22:55 Deepening Your Yoga Practice

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