Yoga for real life

By Emily Rex

Real life practices, tips, and interviews for yoga practitioners living in the real world.... more

· Health & Fitness

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How many episodes does Yoga for real life have?

The podcast currently has 78 episodes available.

Yoga for real life episodes:

September 29, 2022 28. YRL on the mat: Quick shoulder opener
In this beginner-friendly standing practice, open your shoulders and upper back with eagle pose and a wide leg forward fold variation. A great practice to release tension in these areas.

If you like what you find here, be sure to rate and subscribe to this podcast and check out Emily's offerings:
Yoga with emily rex: in-person and recorded yoga classes: https://sites.google.com/view/emilyrexyoga
Click here to join my email list: http://eepurl.com/icOan9
Click here to email Emily and Ron with questions or suggestions: [email protected]
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6min
September 26, 202227. Nichol Walters: Creating safe yoga spaces
Nichol Walters, founder of the Ahava Yoga Collective, is back with us for another episode! In this episode we talk about how to create safe yoga spaces. We talk about:
How we can foster safe and inclusive yoga spaces by giving thoughtful instructions.

How the structure and sequencing of a yoga class can make it more inclusive.

The significance of the physical postures in the larger context of a yoga practice.
Nichol's non-profit studio in Greensboro, NC: https://ahava-collective.com/
Catch Nichol's previous episode with us here:
15. Recovery, yoga, and love with Nichol Walters: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/VEzwPRCJAtb

If you like what you find here, be sure to rate and subscribe to this podcast and check out Emily's offerings:
Yoga with emily rex: in-person and recorded yoga classes: https://sites.google.com/view/emilyrexyoga
Click here to join my email list: http://eepurl.com/icOan9
Click here to email Emily and Ron with questions or suggestions: [email protected]
...more
58min
September 22, 2022 26. YRL on the mat: Twisting to create space and freedom
This refreshing beginner-friendly practice includes a twisting lunge salutation to create space and freedom in the body and mind. Enjoy!

If you like what you find here, be sure to rate and subscribe to this podcast and check out Emily's offerings:
Yoga with emily rex: in-person and recorded yoga classes: https://sites.google.com/view/emilyrexyoga
Click here to join my email list: http://eepurl.com/icOan9
Click here to email Emily and Ron with questions or suggestions: [email protected]
...more
7min
September 19, 202225. Ron and Emily: Heart-led paths, meditation books that we keep coming back to
In this episode, Ron and Emily talk about our favorite meditation books, When Things Fall Apart by Pema Chodron and A Path With Heart by Jack Kornfield. We share:
How these books came into our lives and why we keep coming back to them for wisdom and inspiration.

How we’ve used the guidance in these books in our own practices on and off the mat.

A few basic strategies for getting started with a meditation practice.

There is a little audio interference at times during this episode, and we deeply apologize for that. It will be fixed next time!

If you like what you find here, be sure to rate and subscribe to this podcast and check out Emily's offerings:
Yoga with emily rex: in-person and recorded yoga classes: https://sites.google.com/view/emilyrexyoga
Click here to join my email list: http://eepurl.com/icOan9
Click here to email Emily and Ron with questions or suggestions: [email protected]
...more
51min
September 15, 2022 24. YRL on the mat: Sun salutation As
This refreshing beginner-friendly practice includes three sun salutation As to reconnect your mind and body. Enjoy!

If you like what you find here, be sure to rate and subscribe to this podcast and check out Emily's offerings:
Yoga with emily rex: in-person and recorded yoga classes: https://sites.google.com/view/emilyrexyoga
Click here to join my email list: http://eepurl.com/icOan9
Click here to email Emily and Ron with questions or suggestions: [email protected]
...more
7min
September 12, 202223. Mindy Eisenberg: Adaptive yoga, breathing, and everyday spirituality
In this episode, Ron and I talk with Mindy Eisenberg, certified yoga therapist, adaptive yoga teacher, and founder of Yoga Moves MS. This engaging interview covered a broad array of topics, including:
Why breathing is so important for our physical and mental wellbeing

What is adaptive yoga and what an adaptive yoga class looks like for those with multiple sclerosis and other neuromuscular conditions

Ways to incorporate spirituality into our practice and daily lives
Mindy has so much knowledge to share about these topics and so much more and we hope you enjoy this conversation!

Lean more about Mindy's array of offerings at Yoga Move MS: https://www.yogamovesms.org/

If you like what you find here, be sure to rate and subscribe to this podcast and check out Emily's offerings:
Yoga with emily rex: in-person and recorded yoga classes: https://sites.google.com/view/emilyrexyoga
Click here to join my email list: http://eepurl.com/icOan9
Click here to email Emily and Ron with questions or suggestions: [email protected]
...more
1h 5min
September 08, 2022 22. YRL on the mat: Refreshing lunge sequence
This refreshing beginner-friendly practice includes lunge twists, leg stretches, and child's pose. Enjoy!

If you like what you find here, be sure to rate and subscribe to this podcast and check out Emily's offerings:
Yoga with emily rex: in-person and recorded yoga classes: https://sites.google.com/view/emilyrexyoga
Click here to join my email list: http://eepurl.com/icOan9
Click here to email Emily and Ron with questions or suggestions: [email protected]
...more
8min
September 05, 202221. Ron and Emily: Yoga in Israel, facing fear in practice, and taming your sense of striving
For this week's feature episode, Ron and Emily are recording together in person! We cover a variety of topics today, including:
Ron's experience practicing yoga on her most recent trip to Israel

Tips for practicing yoga in other cities and countries

Ways to face fear in practice

Potential pitfalls of striving versus acting skillfully when approaching challenging postures
You'll sense how happy we were just to be in the same room together and we hope you enjoy listening!

Helpful links for more information about some of the topics we discussed:
Accessible crow video from Emily Rex Yoga: https://sites.google.com/view/emilyrexyoga/practice-with-emily/shorts-and-instructional-videos?authuser=0

Yoga for Real Life Episode 11: What's the best yoga practice for you right now?

Yoga for Real Life Episode 15: Yoga, recover, and love with Nichol Walters (discussion about the meaning of using props during practice)

If you like what you find here, be sure to rate and subscribe to this podcast and check out Emily's offerings:
Yoga with emily rex: in-person and recorded yoga classes: https://sites.google.com/view/emilyrexyoga
Click here to join my email list: http://eepurl.com/icOan9
Click here to email Emily and Ron with questions or suggestions: [email protected]
...more
52min
September 01, 2022 20. YRL on the mat: Full hip stretch
This beginner-friendly practice stretches all areas of the hip. Enjoy!

If you like what you find here, be sure to rate and subscribe to this podcast and check out Emily's offerings:
Yoga with emily rex: in-person and recorded yoga classes: https://sites.google.com/view/emilyrexyoga
Click here to join my email list: http://eepurl.com/icOan9
Click here to email Emily and Ron with questions or suggestions: [email protected]
...more
7min
August 29, 202219. Jeffrey Shoaf: Understanding masculine energy in our yoga practice
In this episode, co-hosts Emily and Ron talk with Jeffrey Shoaf about divine masculinity. Jeffrey is a yoga therapist, massage therapist and body worker, yoga educator and yoga teacher in Charlotte, North Caroline. In this episode, you'll learn about:
Characteristics of masculine and feminine energy

How to know if one of these energies is out of balance

Common challenges men may face in a yoga practice

How yoga can heal some of the imbalances in ourselves and the larger world

We hope you enjoy this episode!

Here's how to find Jeffrey's offerings online and in Charlotte, NC: https://www.jeffreyshoaf.com/

If you like what you find here, be sure to rate and subscribe to this podcast and check out Emily's offerings:
Yoga with emily rex: in-person and recorded yoga classes: https://sites.google.com/view/emilyrexyoga
Click here to join my email list: http://eepurl.com/icOan9
Click here to email Emily and Ron with questions or suggestions: [email protected]
...more
55min

FAQs about Yoga for real life:

How many episodes does Yoga for real life have?

The podcast currently has 78 episodes available.