UPPER BODY BREAKDOWN

In this lecture we will anatomically review the upper body from the waist up, beginning with the core. Taking a thorough look at all of the ways in which muscles and joints move throughout the common yoga asana practice. Highlighting key concepts of biomechanics, and practical ways of thinking about, and seeing movement.

FASCIA, YIN, SELF-MYOFASCIAL RELEASE 

In this lecture we will cover the importance of tending to and supporting the physical body through the practice of yin yoga, and self-myofascial release techniques.

PRANAYAMA KOSHA IMPORTANCE OF HEALTHY BREATHING + PRACTICE 

In this lecture we will cover the importance of healthy breathing and learn a variety of simple techniques to implement daily in order to create more awareness and healthier breathing habits. Helping to enhance your daily practices, and your life.

RECIPROCAL INHIBITION 

In this lecture we will cover the topic of reciprocal inhibition, also known as reflexive antagonism, and how this comes into play in the practice of yoga asana.

COMMON IMBALANCES

In this lecture we will cover the most common imbalances in the human body. In order to transform we must first become aware. The next step is to take action. Having more of an understanding of these common imbalances will greatly give you an advantage as a teacher to support your students journey’s, growth, and […]

ANATOMY OF COMMON MEDITATION POSTURES

In this lecture we will take a look at the anatomy of the two most common meditation postures: sukhasana and virasana. Which posture to choose for yourself, and which posture to recommend for your students, as well as recommendations for support using specific props.

SEATED + FORWARD FOLDS

In this workshop we will explore a variety of seated + forward folding postures, according to the Holistic Yoga Flow training manual. Taking a deeper look at what is happening structurally in the body, joints, and muscles. Helping to give a clearer understanding of these poses, and inspiration for cueing.

ANATOMY OF BANDHAS

In this lecture we will take a look at what is physically happening in the body as we engage the bandhas. Sharing with you my own feelings and sensations over the course of my personal practice with engaging the bandhas.

CLOSING THOUGHTS Mychal

That’s it! We did it! Congratulations. So now what? Where to go from here? How do we apply all that has been soaked up and infuse it into our daily practices and teachings? This is where one journey ends, and the next begins.