The Heart and Bones Podcast (Brea Johnson)
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| 27 Jul 2023 | It’s not you, it’s the yoga industry | 00:12:00 | |
Welcome to season 3 of the Move with Love podcast! This season we dive deeper into all the things in your teacher training that didn't prepare you for the real world of teaching yoga. Our first episode we go right to the heart of why so many yoga teachers have imposter syndrome, struggle with confidence or feel like they need to look a certain way to be a yoga teacher. And here's a hint... it's not you, it's the yoga industry! If you love this episode, share on social! Your host: Brea Johnson, lead teacher and founder of Heart + Bones Yoga Yoga teachers! Want to try this playful, loving and accessible approach to yoga for yourself (and to inspire your practice and teaching?) Explore the Heart + Bones online yoga studio for $ for 1 month? Use this promocode: PODCASTLOVE Daily Tips and Inspiration: Instagram: @heartandbonesyoga YouTube: heartandbonesyoga TikTok: @heartandbonesyoga If you're curious about Heart + Bones and our mobility and heart focused approach to yoga, our online studio and yoga teacher education courses, learn more here. | |||
| 16 Oct 2020 | When the panic hits in the middle of a class | 00:17:50 | |
Have you ever completely forgotten what you were going to teach while in the middle of a class? Or made a mistake and it threw you off your game? It happens, it's normal and this episode is going to give you some tried and true tips for how to manage inevitable mistakes in your teaching. We also take a look at another way to reframe our mistakes and how to be "professionally unprofessional" as a yoga teacher.
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| 31 Aug 2021 | How accessible yoga benefits everybody | 00:39:40 | |
You might think that teaching accessible yoga means teaching people in chairs or those with injuries. But when you teach with the intention to create classes that everyone can feel good in then you're teaching accessible yoga. And yet, the cues you use, if you use props or not, and the language in your classes might not actually work for everyone that attends. So what really is "accessible" yoga and how do we incorporate that mindset into our classes? In this powerful and insightful episode, Kristine Sofiedal shares her experience as a yoga teacher and practitioner in a larger body. Her story and journey will inspire you deeply and help you see how you teach yoga in a whole new light. A must listen! About Kristine Sofiedal
Most of my life I have had a strained relationship with my body, until I found yoga. Yoga was my gateway into body acceptance, body positivity and self-love. It was where I found others that looked like me, that moved with joy and looked confident in their bodies. It sparked something in me, and I found myself becoming more and more accepting of myself and my body. I started to move in ways that felt good to me, making the poses fit me and my body where I was and not feeling I had to hide. But the people I found so inspiring were only available on social media. I was the only one that looked like me in yoga classes and I had to research and find my own way to make a lot of poses more accessible to me. As a teacher, I want others to see bodies like theirs and I want to teach other yoga teachers how to make poses more accessible to more bodies. EveryBODY can do yoga, but not everyBODY can do all yoga. In Formfull Yoga classes, workshops and trainings (coming in 2022) props play a leading role. They are NOT used because we can't do something but used to create better access to our bodies and to create more space for moving with loving-kindness within our bodies. Instagram: @formfull_yoga
Heart + Bones Yoga Curious about the Modern Yoga Teacher Training? Read all about it here Want daily tips and inspiration? Follow us: Instagram: @heartandbonesyoga Instagram: @heartandbonesyoga TikTok: @heartandbonesyoga
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| 05 Jun 2024 | Leaning into Discomfort: Embracing Grief and Supporting Sleep with Dr. Mekel Harris | 00:35:37 | |
Did you know that one in two people develop sleep problems or insomnia after experiencing a loss? Dr. Mekel Harris (she/her), a licensed psychologist specializing in grief and loss, joins Brea Johnson to explore the effects of grief on sleep and the nervous system. Dr. Harris shares not only personal insights, but her professional expertise on finding ease during life’s most challenging times, whether due to the grief of losing a loved one or significant life changes. She emphasizes the importance of normalizing sleep disruptions associated with grief and offers practical strategies to support the nervous system through gentle movement, somatic practices, and grounding exercises. Dr. Harris advocates for intentionally scheduling time to grieve and discusses the lifelong nature of grief, providing listeners with tools to manage their experiences constructively and compassionately. If you enjoy this episode you can also find Dr. Mekel Harris inside Heart + Bones Online yoga studio leading classes on the topic of grief. About Dr. Mekel Harris Dr. Mekel Harris, Ph.D., NCSP, PMH-C, is a renowned psychologist and grief specialist who has dedicated her career to helping individuals navigate the complexities of loss. After the profound impact of her mother's passing, Dr. Harris redirected her focus to specialize in grief and loss, aiming to provide the support she once needed herself. She combines talk therapy with somatic practices in a compassionate approach, enhancing her clients' healing journeys. More Sleep Resources: If you're looking for support and consistency to help improve your sleep and stress levels, The Better Sleep Program is FREE as a member of Heart + Bones Online. Explore the program and start your free trial to here: https://www.heartandbonesyoga.com/better-sleep-program/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:55 The Impact of Grief on Sleep 05:58 Supporting the Nervous System with Gentle Movement and Somatic Practices 09:09 Scheduling Time for Grief and Creating Routine 11:58 Leaning into Discomfort: Embracing Grief as a Lifelong Process Join Brea on Instagram for tips and inspiration: https://www.instagram.com/heartandbonesyoga/ | |||
| 22 May 2024 | The Circadian Rhythm and Sleep with Jessa Gamble | 00:55:31 | |
What if our daily struggles with energy and sleep aren't just personal problems, but a clash between modern life and ancient biological rhythms? Jessa Gamble she/her, an award-winning science writer and journalist, takes us into the world of circadian rhythms in this episode. Through her book The Siesta and the Midnight Sun, Jessa explores how deeply these rhythms are embedded in the fabric of all living organisms, influencing our alertness, health, and even emotional well-being. Jessa discusses the profound impact of artificial light on our natural sleep cycles and how societal pressures further skew our body clocks. She advocates for realigning our lives with the natural cycles of light and darkness to not only improve sleep but also enhance our overall health. About Jessa Gamble Jessa Gamble is a prominent Canadian science writer and co-owner of the Last Word on Nothing blog. Her fascination with how circadian rhythms shape life on Earth has led her to explore how aligning more closely with these natural patterns could revolutionize our approach to health and productivity. Jessa’s insights challenge us to rethink our daily routines and advocate for a healthier integration of natural rhythms in a technology-driven world. Blog: https://www.lastwordonnothing.com/ More Sleep Resources: If you're looking for support and consistency to help improve your sleep and stress levels, The Better Sleep Program is FREE as a member of Heart + Bones Online. Explore the program and start your free trial to here: https://www.heartandbonesyoga.com/better-sleep-program/ Chapters 00:00 The Fascination with Circadian Rhythms 04:20 The Role of Light in Regulating Circadian Rhythms 09:04 Cultural and Societal Influences on Sleep Patterns 13:16 Prioritizing Rest and Honoring Biological Needs 29:21 Living in Sync with the Natural Light-Dark Cycle 39:45 Recreating a 12-Hour Light-Dark Cycle for Better Sleep 43:31 The Benefits of Restful Practices for Sleep
Start a studio trial: https://www.heartandbonesyoga.com/membership/ Enjoy tips and inspiration on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heartandbonesyoga/ | |||
| 16 Aug 2021 | Strong Niche, Clear Teaching: Dynamic Aging with Carol Robbins | 00:38:10 | |
When you know who you teach and how you can help them, it makes your teaching so much easier. We talk to Carol Robbins, a yoga and Pilates teacher who has found success through her clear niche as a teacher. Carol focuses mainly on healthy and dynamic aging and we talk all about how to find your niche, how that provides a clearer roadmap for your sequencing of classes and easier marketing. Not only do we talk about the importance of niches for yoga and movement teachers, but Carol also shares a ton of interesting information about healthy aging and how that knowledge sets the people in our classes up for success, no matter what age they are. About Carol: Carol Robbins is an evidence-based movement teacher in Toronto, Canada. At 61, she believes that a dynamic, movement-filled life is possible for every body at every stage of life. Carol abandoned chasing youth and dedicated herself to aging well by making the switch from fitness-based practices to a movement-filled life and she can help you to maintain function that suprasses our current perception of how aging looks. Carol has at different times in her life been a horseback rider, mother, Pilates teacher, and currently a Restorative Exercise Specialist and Heart+Bones yoga teacher. Living in a pain-free, functioning body that is capable and willing is a lifelong pursuit - it's never too late (or too early) to become a dynamic ager. Information and online courses are available at www.carolrobbins.ca And you can follow Carol for super informative tips and tools on Instagram @alignment_rescueWant daily tips and inspiration? Follow us: Instagram: @heartandbonesyoga Instagram: @heartandbonesyoga TikTok: @heartandbonesyoga
Heart + Bones Online Yoga Studio Join our global community moving with love in our Heart + Bones online yoga studio and online courses. Classes that integrate applied anatomy, mobility, playfulness, accessibility... yoga that your body loves. Try your first month for $1 with this promocode: PODCASTLOVE | |||
| 29 May 2024 | Dreamwork and the Teachings of Plants with Leigh Joseph | 00:40:25 | |
Can building a deeper relationship to the land help with sleep? Discover the wisdom of plants, their lifecycle, and how they support rest, sleep, and even dream work with Leigh Joseph (she/her), PhD, founder of the Squamish-based plant-based skincare business Skwalwen Botanicals. Leigh joins Brea Johnson to explore the deep connections between plants, people, and the places they inhabit. In this episode, Leah shares insights from her dual perspective as an ethnobotanist and a member of the Squamish First Nation. She discusses the importance of establishing reciprocal relationships with plants and the land, emphasizing the role of Indigenous plant knowledge in nurturing these connections. Leigh explains the wisdom of plants, their lifecycle, and how they support rest, sleep, and even dream work. She illustrates how plants like mint and coastal sage can soothe and prepare us for sleep, and how plants appear in our dreams to teach us. The episode also covers the transformative power of visualization practices in connecting us to meaningful places and memories, offering a meaningful way to engage with the natural world, even from urban settings. About Leigh Joseph Leigh Joseph, also known by her ancestral name Styawat, is a trained ethnobotanist, researcher, activist, and the Indigenous founder of Sḵwálwen, a plant-based skincare company dedicated to sustainable and culturally informed practices. As a mother, wife, daughter, and community leader within the Squamish Nation, she integrates Western scientific methods with the rich teachings from her community to foster deeper connections between people and the natural world. Her work is driven by a passion to heal the intergenerational effects of cultural trauma, protecting collective knowledge and bringing indigenous plants into modern wellness practices. Enjoy tips and inspiration on Instagram. More Sleep Resources: If you're looking for support and consistency to help improve your sleep and stress levels, The Better Sleep Program is FREE as a member of Heart + Bones Online. Explore the program and start your free trial to here. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Description of Skincare Business 02:23 Leigh Joseph's Background as an Ethnobotanist 05:13 The Importance of Reconnecting with Nature 09:01 The Simplicity and Wisdom of Plants 11:24 Plants that Support Rest and Sleep 20:07 Trusting the Intangible and Listening to the Natural World 24:54 Honouring and Respecting the Natural World as a Radical Act 28:08 The Healing Power of Visualization Practices 30:00 Reconnecting with Indigenous Heritage through the Land 36:23 Finding Meaning in Small Acts of Connection with Nature | |||
| 27 Jul 2021 | When do you stop learning as a teacher? | 00:46:27 | |
Is there a time where you feel like you know enough to take your teaching to the next level? Is there a next level? Or does the learning ever end as a yoga teacher? If you are a new or experienced teacher, you'll breathe more than one sigh of relief as you listen to our honest discussions all about how to show up as a teacher when you don't feel confident, or when the imposter syndrome knocks on your door. We normalize the fears and worries that most teachers feel but is rarely talked about in the yoga-world.
Brea Johnson is joined on this episode by Monique Fryer and Isis Cooper, experienced yoga teachers and yoga teacher mentors. They are two of the mentors in the Heart + Bones, Modern Yoga Teacher Training course and you'll love listening to their light-hearted and real-life wisdom of how to show up as yourself as a teacher and embrace the never-ending learning and growth that yoga and teaching yoga offers us! Monique Fryer: Monique is an experienced yoga teacher and teacher’s mentor, based in Nottingham, UK. She mentors groups and 1:1 programmes, online and in-person, on creating sustainable yoga careers that feel fulfilling on your terms. Her articles on dealing with imposter syndrome, comparison, and confidence have been published in Spectrum, the BWY magazine. Follow @moniquefryeryoga on Instagram and find her at: moniquefryeryoga.com
Isis Cooper: Isis is a yoga, mobility, and mindfulness teacher based in Cork, Ireland who also teaches online. Isis teaches a sustainable approach to yoga and offers people permission to have fun and get to know themselves through mindful movement. She is passionate about helping real people learn about their body and ways to move that will support them to live full, healthy lives. Isis also has the privilege of being a mentor in the Heart and Bones Yoga Modern Yoga Teacher Training. In addition to teaching yoga, Isis works as a speech and language therapist with children and their families, a role that is deeply rewarding. Follow Isis on Instagram @isiscooperyoga and website: www.isiscooperyoga.com Modern Yoga Teacher Training If you want to teach in this anatomy-informed and heart-centered approach to yoga, join the next cohort of The Modern Yoga Teacher Training starting October 2021. 100% online and combo of 200/300 hour, join our global community of 250+ yoga teachers who are teaching and moving with love. Learn all about the training here
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Heart + Bones Online Yoga Studio Join our global community moving with love in our Heart + Bones online yoga studio and online courses. Classes that integrate applied anatomy, mobility, playfulness, accessibility... yoga that your body loves. Try your first month for $1 with this promocode: PODCASTLOVE | |||
| 05 Aug 2021 | Is yoga for everybody? Disrupting the yoga industry with Aisha Nash | 00:34:33 | |
As yoga teachers, are we reinforcing unhealthy ideals without realizing it? Can yoga be not just for everybody, but every body? How do we make yoga more inclusive and offer ways for people (including you as a teacher!) to show up as themselves? We dive into this and so much more with London-based yoga teacher, Aisha Nash. Aisha teaches an anti-diet approach to yoga which not only looks at how harmful the diet and wellness industries can be but also how it shows up in mainstream yoga classes. You'll get so many new ideas and perspectives from this conversation that you'll be able to immediately apply to your classes and lots more ideas to think about and unpack... in the best possible way. Aisha is an alumni of our Heart + Bones, Modern Yoga Teacher Training course. Season 2 of the podcast is all about sharing and highlighting our global community of teachers who have specific niches and are changing the paradigm of teaching yoga in our modern world.
About Aisha Nash: All her life, Aisha Nash has been fascinated by the human body, anatomy and what it means to be well - she takes this curiosity into every Yoga class she teaches. At the age of 19, she studied for her degree in Biology, and then trained to be a pastry chef - you would've had to be there to connect the dots. After a few years of the high stress environment that is London-based Michelin-starred kitchens, Aisha burnt out, and left. Her body was physically wrecked and still carries whispers of the pain that was so bad she left her dream job. Knowing about Yoga her entire life, she went back to its ancient wisdom, and rehabilitated not just her body, but also her mind, using the physical practise to provide gentle movement for her body and the philosophy to restart her life. This then led her down the rabbit hole that Yoga teacher training tends to be. She took her first one in March 2016, and has completed a further 10 since, specialising in Trauma informed Yoga, Restorative Yoga and Mindfulness. Now coming up to being a teacher for 5 years, she teaches a Yoga approach that is loosely based on the framework of Intuitive Movement, that focuses primarily on the philosophical tenets of Yoga, and is free from any influence of Diet Culture.
You can follow Aisha on Instagram at: @theaishanash
Support her work on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aishanash
Visit her website: Modern Yoga Teacher Training If you want to teach in this anatomy-informed and heart-centered approach to yoga, join the next cohort of The Modern Yoga Teacher Training starting October 2022. 100% online and combo of 200/300 hour, join our global community of 250+ yoga teachers who are teaching and moving with love. Learn all about the training here
Want daily tips and inspiration? Follow us: Instagram: @heartandbonesyoga Instagram: @heartandbonesyoga TikTok: @heartandbonesyoga
Heart + Bones Online Yoga Studio Join our global community moving with love in our Heart + Bones online yoga studio and online courses. Classes that integrate applied anatomy, mobility, playfulness, accessibility... yoga that your body loves. Try your first month for $1 with this promocode: PODCASTLOVE | |||
| 28 Aug 2024 | Yoga Teacher Hotline: Managing Disruptive Students, Navigating Medical Queries, and Mastering Anatomical Language | 00:30:47 | |
In this episode of the Yoga Teacher Hotline, Brea answers three submitted questions from yoga instructors:
☎️ Submit your questions for Brea here : https://heartandbonesyoga.outgrow.us/yogateacherhotline STUDY WITH HEART + BONES 🎓 200/300 Hour Online Teacher Training: https://www.heartandbonesyoga.com/courses/modern-yogi-certification-course/ 📕 10 Hour Online Applied Anatomy for Yoga: https://www.heartandbonesyoga.com/courses/essential-course-curious-people/ PRACTICE WITH HEART + BONES Want to try out the online yoga studio? Get 1-month for $1 by using this coupon code: PODCASTMONTH Start Here: https://www.heartandbonesyoga.com/membership/ Say hi on social and follow for more tips and tutorials: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/heartandbonesyoga/ https://www.tiktok.com/@heartandbonesyoga | |||
| 04 Oct 2020 | What to do when someone doesn‘t like your class? | 00:24:03 | |
Have you ever had a feeling that someone didn't like your class? Or even have someone walk out in the middle of your teaching? This episode will dive into some bigger picture perspectives about being ok with not being the teacher for everyone and some helpful ways to be more confident in finding your voice as a teacher.
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| 07 Aug 2024 | Exploring Strength and Flexibility in Yoga with Jules Mitchell | 00:50:20 | |
What if yoga could build strength in ways you never imagined? Jules Mitchell, an expert in yoga biomechanics, explains that yoga involves both strength and flexibility, emphasizing the importance of the nervous system's role in strength development. Strength is not just about muscle size but also about coordination and motor unit recruitment. Yoga enhances body awareness and coordination, complementing traditional strength training. Flexibility and mobility are distinct, with mobility being more functional for specific tasks. Integrating yoga with strength training leads to a balanced and holistic approach to fitness and well-being. Yoga practitioners should embrace its diverse benefits, while yoga teachers should educate students holistically and foster inclusivity. About Jules Mitchell Jules Mitchell leads advanced continuing education programs in biomechanics for intellectually fearless yoga teachers. She helps them integrate principles of exercise science and applications of pain science into their classes. Jules is the author of Yoga Biomechanics: Stretching Redefined, a unique, evidence-based exploration into the complexities of tissue mechanics and the human body’s resilience and adaptability. She leads workshops and courses online and worldwide, runs a popular 300 hour yoga teacher training, frequently serves as guest faculty, and hosts a comprehensive mentoring program to support teachers in both education and business. Her passion is bringing the most useful and applicable research-based concepts into the yoga community, even when it invokes a discerning analysis of popular opinions. Jules lives in Las Vegas, Nevada, with her cat Pitbull. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julesyoga/ Website: https://www.julesmitchell.com/
PRACTICE WITH HEART + BONES Enjoy an entire month in the Heart + Bones online yoga studio for just $1 with this coupon code: PODCASTMONTH Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Context 02:28 Defining Strength and its Adaptations 11:07 Strength in Yoga: Challenging Binary Thinking 13:49 Inclusivity and Individual Needs in Strength Development 23:59 Taking a Holistic Approach to Strength in Yoga 24:54 The Nuanced Approach to Strength in Yoga 25:39 Navigating the Influence of Marketing and Capitalism 29:52 Embracing Curiosity, Uncertainty, and Self-Awareness 40:34 Selling Yoga Classes with Authenticity and Education 47:12 Moving Away from Rigid Guidelines in Strength | |||
| 20 Oct 2021 | Chronic Pain + Yoga: Teaching Tips and Practice with Astrid van Rens | 00:31:36 | |
Many people experience chronic pain and illness and yoga can be a supportive pain management tool. As a yoga teacher, there will be people who come to your classes with chronic pain or illness and but do you know what to do? How can you offer a practice that acknowledges their needs in a loving and supportive way? In this episode, you'll gain tools and insights for how to integrate accessible practices into your classes to support all bodies. I talk with yoga teacher, Astrid van Rens who teaches those with chronic pain and has a lived experience of chronic pain and fatigue. From her personal and professional experiences, she has a wealth of knowledge to share with yoga teacher and those with chronic pain to build supportive yoga practices into your classes.
About Astrid van Rens: Astrid lives in the Netherlands and has been teaching yoga for over a decade. She teaches and practices yoga from a lived experience of chronic pain and fatigue. In the first years of teaching she began to experience more and more physical symptoms and fatigue. She even wondered if teaching would still be possible. She also saw that there were many people who stopped taking classes because it didn't match their physical abilities. Over the years she found ways and tools to adapt yoga practices to her personal needs and the needs of people who came to her classes.
Since 2013 Astrid has been offering classes to people living with illness, chronic pain and fatigue. In 2016 she started one of the first online yoga schools in Holland with online (live) classes. Offering mindful movement in a sustainable, accessible and gentle way. Follow Astrid on Instagram: @deonlineyogaschool Many people experience chronic pain and illness and yoga can be supportive and a pain management tool. As a yoga teacher, there will be people who come to your classes with chronic pain or illness and but do you know what to do? How can you offer a practice that acknowledges their needs in a loving and supportive way? In this episode, you'll gain tools and insights for how to integrate accessible practices into your classes to support all bodies. I talk with yoga teacher, Astrid van Rens who teaches those with chronic pain and has a lived experience of chronic pain and fatigue. From her personal and professional experiences, she has a wealth of knowledge to share with yoga teacher and those with chronic pain to build supportive yoga practices into your classes.
About Astrid van Rens: Astrid lives in the Netherlands and has been teaching yoga for over a decade. She teaches and practices yoga from a lived experience of chronic pain and fatigue. In the first years of teaching she began to experience more and more physical symptoms and fatigue. She even wondered if teaching would still be possible. She also saw that there were many people who stopped taking classes because it didn't match their physical abilities. Over the years she found ways and tools to adapt yoga practices to her personal needs and the needs of people who came to her classes.
Since 2013 Astrid has been offering classes to people living with illness, chronic pain and fatigue. In 2016 she started one of the first online yoga schools in Holland with online (live) classes. Offering mindful movement in a sustainable, accessible and gentle way. Follow Astrid on Instagram: @deonlineyogaschool
Yoga teachers! Want to try this playful, loving and accessible approach to yoga for yourself (and to inspire your practice and teaching?) Explore the Heart + Bones online yoga studio for $ for 1 month? Use this promocode: PODCASTLOVE Daily Tips and Inspiration: Instagram: @heartandbonesyoga YouTube: heartandbonesyoga TikTok: @heartandbonesyoga | |||
| 20 Sep 2020 | The Yoga Existential Crisis: Why it might be just what you need | 00:18:52 | |
Ever feel like you've questioned everything about yoga, your teaching and almost quit yoga? It's called a "Yoga Existential Crisis" and guess what? It's actually a good thing. In this episode, Brea reflects on the beginnings of her crisis, sitting on the steps of an Ashtanga yoga studio in 2003 and all the learning that came out of it since. This episode looks at why Yoga Existential Crises are healthy for us, the difference between fitting in and belonging and so much more.
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Heart + Bones Online Yoga Studio Join our global community moving with love in our Heart + Bones online yoga studio and online courses. Classes that integrate applied anatomy, mobility, playfulness, accessibility... yoga that your body loves. Try your first month for $1 with this promocode: PODCASTLOVE
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| 29 Aug 2023 | Don’t get good at teaching | 00:11:32 | |
What? Don't get good at teaching? Yes, my friends! In this episode, we talk about how allowing yourself to make mistakes, and always learning is the secret to being a good teacher. So take a big sigh of relief and enjoy not being good at teaching :) Yoga teachers! Want to try this playful, loving and accessible approach to yoga for yourself (and to inspire your practice and teaching?) Explore the Heart + Bones online yoga studio for $ for 1 month? Use this promocode: PODCASTLOVE Daily Tips and Inspiration: Instagram: @heartandbonesyoga YouTube: heartandbonesyoga TikTok: @heartandbonesyoga If you're curious about Heart + Bones and our mobility and heart-focused approach to yoga, our online studio and yoga teacher education courses, learn more here.
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| 24 Jul 2024 | How Strength Training Can Transform Your Life with Amanda Ford | 00:51:28 | |
Strength is essential for handling life's challenges, especially as we age. In this episode, Brea Johnson chats with Amanda Ford, a strength and conditioning coach known as Movement Muse, about the importance of building strength and functionality. Amanda shares her journey from discovering her love for movement as a child to becoming a strength coach who focuses on helping those over 40. She highlights the necessity of self-directed movement practices and debunks common misconceptions about strength training. Amanda explains that strength training is crucial for maintaining muscle mass and mobility, allowing us to confidently face life's adventures. She emphasizes starting with simple, accessible moves like squats and hinges for the lower body and pushing and pulling exercises for the upper body. Amanda's approach is about meeting yourself where you are and progressing at your own pace. The conversation is filled with inspiring stories of clients who have regained their strength and improved their quality of life, demonstrating that it's never too late to start strength training. Whether you're lifting a 10-pound dumbbell or just beginning with bodyweight exercises, any effort to improve strength is significantly better than none. Join Amanda and Brea as they explore how strength training can enhance your life at any age. About Amanda Ford Amanda Ford (She/Her) is a strength coach, movement and yoga teacher based in Seattle. She's also a poet, artist and all-around amazing human being. Not to mention the best style when it comes to workout clothes. Amanda is a favourite teacher here in the online studio with her smart approach to functional strength training. Website: https://movementmuse.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/movement.muse/?hl=en PRACTICE WITH HEART + BONES Enjoy an entire month in the Heart + Bones online yoga studio for just $1 with this coupon code: PODCASTMONTH Start Here: https://www.heartandbonesyoga.com/membership/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Strength Training and Amanda Ford 08:07 Amanda's Personal Journey with Movement 19:27 Starting Small: Incorporating Strength Training into Your Routine 21:10 Addressing Misconceptions about Strength Training 25:13 Tailoring Strength Training to Individual Needs 27:03 Focus on Movement Patterns 27:52 Training Upper and Lower Body 29:26 The Body's Ability to Adapt 35:54 Any Effort is Significant 41:25 More is Not Better 45:31 Strength Training as a Non-Negotiable | |||
| 21 Aug 2024 | "Bulky girl summer" Embrace and build strength with Dr. Sarah Court and Laurel Beversdorf | 01:05:38 | |
What if strength training could revolutionize not just your fitness, but your entire approach to health and well-being? In this episode of the Heart and Bones podcast, Brea Johnson sits down with Sarah Court, a physical therapist, and Laurel Beversdorf, a yoga teacher and personal trainer, to explore the transformative power of building strength and lifting weights. What We Discuss:
CONNECT WITH SARAH AND LAUREL Website: https://movementlogictutorials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/movementlogictutorials/
PRACTICE WITH HEART + BONES Enjoy an entire month in the Heart + Bones online yoga studio for just $1 with this coupon code: PODCASTMONTH Start Here: https://www.heartandbonesyoga.com/membership/ About Laurel Beversdorf Laurel Beversdorf, YACEP, E-RYT 500, is an international yoga educator and kettlebell specialist with an advanced certification from Living.Fit. Laurel is the creator of Yoga with Resistance Bands classes and trainings, Resistance Bands 101 with Yoga Journal, and Body of Knowledge anatomy and biomechanics workshops. She co-creates movement therapy tutorials with physical therapists and Pilates teachers for Movement Logic®. Laurel also hosts weekly kettlebell and yoga classes in her virtual studio and has presented live yoga trainings and workshops at locations like Kripalu, YogaWorks, and studios all over the world. Her classes are multidisciplinary and blend strength training, rehabilitation practices, self-massage, and yoga. Laurel has written for Yoga Journal, Shut Up & Yoga, and the Tune Up Fitness blog. A Wisconsin native, she lives in NYC with her husband, daughter, and two cats. About Dr. Sarah Court Dr. Sarah Court is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, and provides in person and online sessions that blend her decades of yoga, Pilates, and physical therapy experience. She's a co-founder of Movement Logic®, a series of continuing education tutorials that help movement teachers understand how to work with challenging clients while staying within their scope of practice. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2021, and after her experience with surgery and chemotherapy, she created a FREE online video exercise series for people going through, or recovering from cancer treatment, that progresses from simple yoga to lifting weights. Sarah lives in Los Angeles, and you can find her at sarahcourtdpt.com or on Instagram at @sarahcourtdpt. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Pronunciation 03:16 Introduction to Movement Logic 05:00 Sarah's Background and Approach 08:13 Empowering Women through Strength Training 16:37 The Limitations of Yoga Asana 20:59 The Importance of Strength Training for Women's Health 23:23 Addressing Bone Density and Muscle Loss 25:18 Reclaiming Power and Breaking Free from Conditioning 34:02 Increasing Tolerance and Resisting Binary Thinking 38:12 How to Incorporate Strength Training into Your Routine 41:05 The Importance of Coaching and Outside Help 45:32 Understanding Progressive Overload 49:21 The Pitfalls of Variety and the Need for Consistency 53:04 Redefining 'Heavy' and the Subjectivity of Strength 58:01 Strength Training as a Fun and Empowering Experience 01:03:09 Favourite Lifts: Calf Raises and Overhead Press 01:06:06 The Power of Positive Self-Talk and Inner Cheerleading 01:09:51 Inspiring Others and Celebrating Strength | |||
| 15 Aug 2023 | Why I don’t use levels in my yoga classes | 00:18:00 | |
Do you label your classes, "level one" or things like advanced, beginner? This is a common practice in the yoga world and in this episode, we talk about how that might actually be doing more harm than good for yourself and those coming to your classes. But don't worry, we don't leave you there! We also look at some helpful ways you can update the way you label or what you call your classes. Yoga teachers! Want to try this playful, loving and accessible approach to yoga for yourself (and to inspire your practice and teaching?) Explore the Heart + Bones online yoga studio for $ for 1 month? Use this promocode: PODCASTLOVE Daily Tips and Inspiration: Instagram: @heartandbonesyoga YouTube: heartandbonesyoga TikTok: @heartandbonesyoga If you're curious about Heart + Bones and our mobility and heart focused approach to yoga, our online studio and yoga teacher education courses, learn more here. | |||
| 03 Aug 2023 | Are you a good teacher if you can’t do all the poses? | 00:10:33 | |
You're not alone if you've ever thought that you aren't a good enough teacher if you can't do all the poses. But is it true? Absolutely not! You don't have to be able to do all the poses in order to teach them and this episode dives into all the reasons why. We also take time to explore what a good yoga teacher is and isn't. Enjoy this episode that will remind you how amazing and perfect you already are as a teacher! If you love this episode, share on social! Your host: Brea Johnson, lead teacher and founder of Heart + Bones Yoga Yoga teachers! Want to try this playful, loving and accessible approach to yoga for yourself (and to inspire your practice and teaching?) Explore the Heart + Bones online yoga studio for $ for 1 month? Use this promocode: PODCASTLOVE Daily Tips and Inspiration: Instagram: @heartandbonesyoga YouTube: heartandbonesyoga TikTok: @heartandbonesyoga If you're curious about Heart + Bones and our mobility and heart focused approach to yoga, our online studio and yoga teacher education courses, learn more here. | |||
| 21 Sep 2020 | Finding your yoga teacher superpowers! | 00:11:40 | |
If someone asked you to describe who you are as a yoga teacher, what would you say? Is that something you've ever thought of? I'll let you in on a little secret, the best teachers are the ones who have a clear idea of their strengths- that special something that makes them unique. This episode will shine some light on how to get more clear on who you are as a teacher and here's a hint- it's been there all along.
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| 31 Jul 2024 | Redefining Strength through Yoga with Tejal Patel | 00:44:35 | |
Strength goes beyond the physical in yoga, encompassing mental, emotional, and spiritual dimensions. In this episode, Brea Johnson chats with Tejal Patel, a first-generation Indian American yoga teacher, writer, podcaster, and community organizer, about redefining strength through yoga. Tejal shares her insights on how yoga's deeper teachings can help us cultivate inner strength, resilience, and holistic well-being. Tejal explains that true strength in yoga is not just about physical prowess but about handling life’s challenges with grace and compassion. They discuss the cultural influences on modern yoga practices in the West and the importance of reclaiming yoga's authentic roots. Tejal highlights the need for inclusivity and the value of trauma-informed and decolonized yoga practices. The conversation is filled with powerful reflections on how to integrate yoga philosophy into daily life and the significance of inner experience over external appearance. Tejal offers practical tips for those looking to deepen their yoga practice, emphasizing the importance of restorative yoga and studying foundational texts like the Yoga Sutras. About Tejal Patel Tejal Patel (She/They) is a first-generation Indian American yoga teacher, writer, podcaster, and community organizer. She advocates for holistic yoga through a social justice lens, aiming to educate and activate students for collective action. Tejal is the founder of Tejal Yoga Studio, a South Asian teacher-led community focused on social justice and authentic spiritual practices. She's also a co-host of the Yoga is Dead podcast, known for sparking critical conversations about wellness, power, and privilege. Tejal’s insightful teachings and compassionate approach make her a favourite in our online studio. Website: www.tejalyoga.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tejalyoga PRACTICE WITH HEART + BONES Enjoy an entire month in the Heart + Bones online yoga studio for just $1 with this coupon code: PODCASTMONTH Follow Brea on Instagram for tips and inspiration. Chapters 00:00 Exploring the Meaning of Strength in Yoga 10:27 The Influence of Cultural Conditioning on Strength 14:08 Preserving the Original Teachings of Yoga 15:50 Unacknowledged Origins: Bro Science and Assimilation in Yoga 22:54 The Bias Towards White Men in Yoga Authority 26:09 Coexistence, Collaboration, and Appreciation in the Yoga Community 28:40 Decolonizing Yoga: Finding Holistic Approaches 34:44 Exploring Different Notions of Strength in Yoga 40:12 No Effort is Wasted: The Spiritual Path of Yoga
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| 04 Sep 2024 | 5 Things You Won't Learn in Your Yoga Teacher Training (But will make you a better teacher) | 00:18:04 | |
In your teacher training you learn so many different aspects of yoga but rarely do we talk about the things that actually make a good yoga teacher. This informative lesson will share the five most important aspects of being an effective and confident yoga teacher. You won't learn this in (most) teacher trainings and quite often will learn it the hard way so I'm here to give you a shortcut and help you be the best teacher you can be! Looking for weekly inspiration and deeper yoga + movement knowledge? Whether you are a yoga teacher or student, Brea’s email is written to help you learn, grow, and connect with community: https://heartandbonesyoga.outgrow.us/General_list_Sign-Up STUDY WITH HEART + BONES 🎓 200/300 Hour Online Teacher Training: https://www.heartandbonesyoga.com/courses/modern-yogi-certification-course/ 10 Hour Online Applied Anatomy for Yoga: https://www.heartandbonesyoga.com/courses/essential-course-curious-people/ Want to watch the video? Find Brea on YouTube: https://youtu.be/PCuziHlrXAU?si=e_n_wDzsyasP3JDV | |||
| 13 Aug 2024 | Prioritizing Your Own Strength Journey with Dr. Marcia | 00:52:15 | |
What if strength training could transform not just your body, but your entire approach to life? Dr. Marcia, a physical therapist and powerlifting strong woman, shares her empowering journey on the Heart and Bones podcast. She challenges conventional views on fitness, revealing how strength training benefits everyone, including those with chronic illness and disabilities. Dr. Marcia redefines strength training beyond traditional weightlifting, emphasizing that it can take many forms—from resistance bands to bodyweight exercises. "Strength training can mean anything... It's about what challenges you and helps you grow," she says. She also addresses common fears, like the myth of getting bulky, and highlights the functional benefits that enhance everyday life. Marcia and Brea Johnson discuss the critical role of self-awareness and intuition in navigating fitness and healthcare. They encourage listeners to question societal narratives and prioritize their well-being. "Anyone you see for your health is being invited to share your journey. You have the right to ask questions and make decisions that feel right for you," Dr. Marcia emphasizes. This conversation is a call to embrace your unique fitness journey, break free from limiting beliefs, and find strength in your own way. About Dr. Marcia Darbouze Dr. Marcia (she/they) is a doctor of physical therapy, Black spoonie, and powerlifting strongwoman. She is the owner of @MovewithMarcia which provides both free and affordable resources to help people move better through mobility exercises and yoga. Marcia also co-hosts the @DisabledGirlsWhoLift podcast. Find their links and more at DoctorMarcia.com. PRACTICE WITH DR. MARCIA AT HEART + BONES Enjoy an entire month in the Heart + Bones online yoga studio for just $1 with this coupon code: PODCASTMONTH Start Here: https://www.heartandbonesyoga.com/membership/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:03 Dr. Marcia's Background and Experience 05:08 Dr. Marcia's Personal Experience with Strength Training 09:00 Managing Strength Training with Chronic Illness and Disability 13:30 Understanding Spoon Theory 18:22 The Importance of Strength Training in Physical Therapy 26:57 Resistance to Strength Training and Cultural Narratives 29:54 Setting the Vibe: The Importance of Strength Training and Movement 31:45 Challenging Societal Narratives and Limitations in Fitness 32:24 Recognizing the Physical Demands of Everyday Life 35:11 Navigating the Influence of Capitalism and Social Systems 36:05 Embracing Individualized Approaches to Fitness 37:30 Prioritizing Well-being and Autonomy in Movement and Fitness
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| 21 Sep 2020 | Don‘t reinvent the wheel in your teaching | 00:13:04 | |
Do you feel like you always need to be adding new and exciting things into your classes? Do you feel pressure when you create sequences to make them just right? This episode explores when we should be adding new stuff to classes and when repetition is needed. And most importantly, we talk about how to trust the practice and yourself as a teacher. Want daily tips and inspiration? Follow us: Instagram: @heartandbonesyoga Instagram: @heartandbonesyoga TikTok: @heartandbonesyoga
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| 19 Jul 2021 | A movement teacher that doesn‘t teach people to move. Interview with Jenny McGrath | 00:36:49 | |
What does it mean to be a "movement teacher that doesn't teach people to move?" This episode explores how to invite freedom, exploration and permission in our yoga classes to help people find autonomy, healing and a deeper sense of self. This approach offers an accessible way to bring trauma-informed practices into your teaching. Season 2 of the podcast is all about sharing and highlighting our global community of teachers who have specific niches and are changing the paradigm of teaching yoga in our modern world. Jenny McGrath has a curious, compassionate way of talking about big subjects and making them easily applied into our life and perspectives around yoga. We are happy to have her as a Heart + Bones trained teacher!
About Jenny: Jenny McGrath is a licensed mental health counselor and somatic researcher and educator. She has spent over a decade researching the ways in which movement can be used therapeutically to heal trauma. Jenny has a private practice and teaches movement classes that enable individuals to deconstruct dance and movement in order to heal trauma. She specializes in working with adult survivors of complex and sexual trauma. She recently released her first online course called The Embodied Story Course that offers somatic-psychoeducational teachings, healing exercises, and an educational workbook to help students grow in greater appreciation of and connection to their unique bodies and stories. Want daily tips and inspiration? Follow us: Instagram: @heartandbonesyoga Instagram: @heartandbonesyoga TikTok: @heartandbonesyoga
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| 15 May 2024 | Reduce Sleep Anxiety with Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell | 00:19:00 | |
What do you do when lying awake in bed, stressed about not sleeping? Sleep specialist, Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell joins the podcast today to discuss the importance of sleep for overall health and well-being and gives us important strategies and perspectives on creating healthy bedtime routines and reducing sleep anxiety.
She shares her journey of overcoming insomnia and how it made her passionate about sleep. Dr. Holliday-Bell emphasizes that sleep is critical for every facet of functioning, including metabolism, decision-making, mental health, and disease prevention. She explains the cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia approach and the importance of regularity in sleep patterns.
Dr. Holliday-Bell shares success stories from her clients and highlights the effectiveness of cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia over sleep medications. She also mentions her book, 'Sleeping on the Job,' and offers sleep programs on her website.
About Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell
Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell is a Board-Certified Physician, Certified Sleep Specialist, Author, Speaker and Founder of the Solution is Sleep LLC. As someone who formally suffered from insomnia herself, she understands the transformative power of good quality sleep and how obtaining this regularly can lead to a happier, healthier, and more productive life. She has been featured on local and international television shows and networks such as the Dr. Phil show, ABC news, and WGN television spreading her message about the power of good sleep.
Instagram: instagram.com/thesleep_md
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drhollidaybell/
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If you're looking for support and consistency to help improve your sleep and stress levels, The Better Sleep Program is FREE as a member of Heart + Bones Online. Start your free trial and access the program, all of our other programs and online studio classes here
00:00Introduction to Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell and the Importance of Sleep
01:01Dr. Holliday-Bell's Personal Journey with Sleep and Insomnia
05:02The Role of Sleep in Overall Health and Well-being
07:37Approaching Sleep with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia
09:55Creating Regular Sleep Patterns for Quality Sleep
12:21Overcoming Anxiety and Building a Healthy Relationship with Sleep
15:08Success Stories and the Effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia
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| 12 Jun 2024 | Radical Rest with Lou Thomas | 00:35:50 | |
Summary Rest is not just a trendy self-care product that you can purchase. Lou Thomas (they/them), the guest of this episode, defines radical rest as an interruption to systems of violence. Join Brea Johnson in conversation with Lou, a queer, neurodivergent, non-binary yoga teacher and embodiment specialist, as they discuss the transformative concept of radical rest. They explore how rest goes beyond mere sleep to become a form of resistance against systemic violence and a crucial self-care practice. They emphasize the need to identify and challenge the societal systems that impact our well-being, advocating for restorative practices tailored to individual needs. About Lou Thomas Lou Thomas is a dedicated yoga teacher and embodiment specialist based in Brighton, UK. Their work is deeply rooted in accessibility, trauma-informed approaches, and intersectional anti-oppression, focusing on empowering the LGBTQIA+ community. Lou's classes and workshops are designed to be accessible and playful, providing a safe space for individuals to explore their bodies and identities in a supportive environment. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodybitsbrighton/?hl=en Website: https://www.bodybitsbrighton.com/ If you're inspired by this conversation and looking to deepen your practice of radical rest, you can find Lou teaching classes at Heart + Bones Online yoga school, including a 60-minute radical rest class. Start a studio trial: https://www.heartandbonesyoga.com/membership/ More Sleep Resources: If you're looking for support and consistency to help improve your sleep and stress levels, The Better Sleep Program is FREE as a member of Heart + Bones Online. Explore the program and start your free trial to here: https://www.heartandbonesyoga.com/better-sleep-program/ Strength goes beyond the physical in yoga, encompassing mental, emotional, and spiritual dimensions. In this episode, Brea Johnson chats with Tejal Patel, a first-generation Indian American yoga teacher, writer, podcaster, and community organizer, about redefining strength through yoga. Tejal shares her insights on how yoga's deeper teachings can help us cultivate inner strength, resilience, and holistic well-being. Tejal explains that true strength in yoga is not just about physical prowess but about handling life’s challenges with grace and compassion. They discuss the cultural influences on modern yoga practices in the West and the importance of reclaiming yoga's authentic roots. Tejal highlights the need for inclusivity and the value of trauma-informed and decolonized yoga practices. The conversation is filled with powerful reflections on how to integrate yoga philosophy into daily life and the significance of inner experience over external appearance. Tejal offers practical tips for those looking to deepen their yoga practice, emphasizing the importance of restorative yoga and studying foundational texts like the Yoga Sutras. About Tejal Patel Tejal Patel (She/They) is a first-generation Indian American yoga teacher, writer, podcaster, and community organizer. She advocates for holistic yoga through a social justice lens, aiming to educate and activate students for collective action. Tejal is the founder of Tejal Yoga Studio, a South Asian teacher-led community focused on social justice and authentic spiritual practices. She's also a co-host of the Yoga is Dead podcast, known for sparking critical conversations about wellness, power, and privilege. Tejal’s insightful teachings and compassionate approach make her a favourite in our online studio. Website: www.tejalyoga.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tejalyoga PRACTICE WITH HEART + BONES Enjoy an entire month in the Heart + Bones online yoga studio for just $1 with this coupon code: PODCASTMONTH Follow Brea on Instagram for tips and inspiration. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview 02:47 The Philosophy of Radical Rest 09:14 Implementing Restorative Practices 36:05 Conclusion and Continuing the Conversation Stay connected with Lou's journey and continuous advocacy for radical rest and social change through their Instagram and website. | |||
| 21 Sep 2020 | You doubt because you care | 00:07:27 | |
If you've ever had doubts about your teaching and classes (because who hasn't?!) it might not be such a bad thing. This episode offers a reframe for how we view our doubts, how we can see them in a new light and use them to become a better yoga teacher.
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