In this episode, we’re talking about one of yoga’s most persistent myths: that there’s such a thing as perfect alignment. Many of us were taught that safety and skill are determined by how closely a student’s alignment matches the positioning that you saw in a picture. However, modern understanding of anatomy, pain science, and the nervous system tells us a very different story. Alignment looks and feels different for every student. Their structure, past injuries, and proprioceptive awareness...
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In this episode, we’re talking about one of yoga’s most persistent myths: that there’s such a thing as perfect alignment. Many of us were taught that safety and skill are determined by how closely a student’s alignment matches the positioning that you saw in a picture. However, modern understanding of anatomy, pain science, and the nervous system tells us a very different story. Alignment looks and feels different for every student. Their structure, past injuries, and proprioceptive awareness...
Ep 101: Sequencing - Why Repetition and Intention Matter More Than Novelty
Essential Conversations for Yoga Teachers
16 minutes
1 month ago
Ep 101: Sequencing - Why Repetition and Intention Matter More Than Novelty
In this episode, we explore two of the most common myths that get in your way when it comes to creating effective sequences. If you believe that every class must be brand new to keep students engaged, or that sequencing should revolve around what feels good in your own body, well, that's just not true! We'll examine why constant novelty is not only unrealistic but also counterproductive for student learning and nervous system regulation. Learn why repetition and familiarity are actually...
Essential Conversations for Yoga Teachers
In this episode, we’re talking about one of yoga’s most persistent myths: that there’s such a thing as perfect alignment. Many of us were taught that safety and skill are determined by how closely a student’s alignment matches the positioning that you saw in a picture. However, modern understanding of anatomy, pain science, and the nervous system tells us a very different story. Alignment looks and feels different for every student. Their structure, past injuries, and proprioceptive awareness...
