Let's Talk Yoga

If there's one conversation you listen to about Sadhana in yoga. It needs to be this one. Dr. Manasa Rao who holds a Ph.D. in Yoga effortlessly takes us through the many layers of sadhana in yoga in this episode. You will understand the following from this episode...What does the word 'sadhana' mean? How has Sadhana evolved over time? Does everyone who does yoga need to have a sadhana?What are some factors to consider while building your sadhanaA detailed list of obstacles to consider Who "gives" you your sadhana?What to do if you feel stuck in Sadhana? Advice for yoga teachers. You can find out more about Dr. Manasa Rao by visiting our show notes. Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

I wish someone had told me how to avoid these when I started teaching yoga. A light hearted, short solo episode with the host, Arundhati. We talk a look at 10 different ways in which yoga teachers sometimes get lost and end up misunderstanding what teaching yoga is all about. Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

Often yoga teachers are stuck or confused about how to maintain a healthy balance between the roles of being a yoga teacher and that of a student. To be honest, the struggle is real. Arundhati has had countless conversations with yoga teachers over the years and its a problem that keeps coming up. To address this conversation, we have Prasad Rangnekar back on the show. Prasad and Arundhati go in-depth into this balancing act of being a yoga teacher and a student that most of us need to figure out in popular yoga. Some of the things you'll hear about are...Are we misidentifying with the role of what it means to be a yoga teacher? How to (really) deal with imposter syndrome and FOMO?How to ground yourself in studentship?Redefining or recontextualizing the role of a yoga teacher in modern-day yogaPausing and reflectingStructure for yoga teachers who want to be studentsThere's much more to this open-ended conversation. If you teach yoga and face this problem. Hit play now!To show your appreciation for the LTY podcast, please remember to rate and review us so we can help get this content into the hands of other yoga teachers and students. Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

This is a conversation that you shouldn’t miss. Vikram Jeet Singh is back again. This time we dive deep into some essential concepts in Yoga that we should know as yoga teachers and students. We break down the common ones like Abhyasa Vairajya and delve deeper into some lesser known concepts like ksama. There is sadhana, sraddha, raga, dvesa and more . This conversation will definately be something you will not only find enriching but deeply relatable. This isn’t a Sanskrit class. Or an academic way of living your yoga. It’s relatable and something you can use on a daily basis. Head to our shownotes to connect with Vikram and follow his work. Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

In this episode, Arundhati shares 3 simple, easy, and effective ways in which you can enhance your yoga classes today. Whether you're a new yoga teacher looking to grow or an experienced one looking for fresh ways to enhance your asana classes. This is a snippet from Arundhati's recent workshop hosted for yoga teachers where she explored 10 different ways of enhancing asana classes to provide deeper greater context for yoga teachers. Our bite-sized newsletter goes out this week. May sure you're signed up using the link below. Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

In this episode, Arundhati dives deep into unpacking the living principle of ahimsa in yoga. Many yoga teachers understand the principles of ahimsa. But can’t translate it into tangible steps for people who show up in their yoga classes wanting to learn poses. In this episode, you’ll learn about what ahimsa really means even beyond yoga. The Sanskrit breakdown of ahimsa. What it means in yoga. And how its scope expands beyond Patanjali’s eight limbs of yoga. How to break it down for your students on the mat? Why is that significant?How to take this “off your mat”? How to measure if you’re able to live ahimsa? What are the human characteristics that change , develop or amplify? Exploring all this and more in this episode. Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

FREE WORKSHOP ALERT - On May 16th, Arundhati is offering a free workshop for yoga teachers. It's called "10 ways to enhance your yoga class today". Details in the links below. In our new bite-sized monthly newsletter, we have a segment where you can drop questions for Arundhati to answer. In today's episode, she answers two listener questions. 1. Is complimenting students a good or a negative thing? Does it hinder them in any way? How to actually complement a student to enhance their yoga? 2. How important is alignment in Asana? Do you physically or verbally adjust a student who looks uncomfortable? To find out the answers to this, hit play. You can sign up for our newsletter below. Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

What do you think of when we talk about the spine in yoga? Probably anatomy, the spine in Asana, posture, age of the spine, backbends and more. But mostly we end up staying in the physical , western view of the spine in yoga. But according to yogis, the spine is so much more than just the physical spine. There is the Sukshma (subtle ) spine that is expansive, and part of the subtle body. Having vast implications on the journey of a seeker. In this episode, we dive into the spine and yoga with Kaya Mindlin, who walks us through mythological stories from the puranas to helping us understand the subtle spine in ways that will be new to many of you but also takes you beyond just the physical spine. We look at the elements of the subtle spine, how to work with this spine and more. For Kaya’s full bio, our bite sized bi-monthly newsletter and other episodes head to our show notes. Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

On the Let’s talk yoga podcast today, Indu Arora is back. This time demystifying chakras. Adding context and clarity about them in a way that’s refreshing and easy to relate to. Indu eloquently explains what is a chakra? Provides clear detail as to why it’s a part of yoga. What we have misunderstood about chakras in modern yoga? Do we “work” on our chakras? How do we know if they’re weak? Does the order of the chakras matter? How can one strengthen their connection with the chakras? And so much more. If there’s one conversation, you listen to about the chakras. Let it be this one. Head to our show notes to know more about Indu Arora, her work and courses. Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

In this episode, we dive deep into the "link" between Yoga and Ayurveda. We've heard them be called 'sister sciences' before. But do you really understand how these two connect? More importantly, how can you leverage Ayurveda as a yoga teacher or practitioner to benefit you? Our guest Nidhi Bhansali Pandya is a lifelong Ayurveda practitioner, teacher and writer. She helps us understand this link, gives us actionable items to follow as yoga teachers and contextualizes Ayurveda for yoga students. There's a lot you'll get out of this conversation when you hit play. Some highlights are...Yoga and ayurveda as sister sciences & how?A List of ayurveda practices that one should keep in mindThe three pillars of health according to AyurvedaHow much knowledge does the average asana teacher need to have about doshas?What type of asana should you do for each doshaWhat kind of pranayama for each doshaHow often should we be checking for our dosha balance or imbalance?Mind management through Ayurveda. The ideal time for asana for all doshas Applying oil to your body & why it matters Plus more. Head to our show notes to learn more about Nidhi's extensive work in Ayurveda as well sign up for our newsletter. Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

In this episode, Arundhati walks you through the different stages or biological milestones in a woman's life. And how yoga should be changing and evolving as you or your students change. Modern vinyasa yoga doesn't make space for such conversations. Especially for women who have ever-changing bodies and hormonal health. There is a lot of yogic wisdom on how to get optimal health if you're in these phases. Or if you're having issues in any phase - be it period health or menopausal issues. Yoga has tools right from asana, and pranayama to deeper practices. If you're a yoga teacher, listen to learn more about this so you can support your students in their journey. If you enjoyed the episode, please remember to rate, review and share it on Instagram. Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

A short solo episode with Arundhati on how to help your students identify with an Asana approach that helps them build a steady , life long connection with practice. This episode is inspired by countless years of observing, understanding and having conversations with students about why students grow in Asana and other aspects of yoga and why some quit. This simple 2 step approach is something all yoga teachers need to be sharing with their students. Let us know if you apply these in your classes. Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

What is cultural appropriation of yoga? Is it about saying namaste in class, Ganesha tattoos and wearing bindis ? Or is it more? I had done an episode about this at the very start of the podcast but was disappointed as the yoga world seems stuck at just the superficial work. It doesn’t help that appropriation is now another trendy thing that you can buy in the yoga world. As many teachers build their careers around just this. Vikram Jeet Singh is back on the podcast to give you an in-depth understanding of why cultural appropriation of yoga is beyond the superficial stuff. We talk about where the real work lies for yoga teachers.This is an episode you don’t want to miss. Episode highlightsWhat is appropriation?Examples of what appropriation can look likeAre there types or degrees of appropriation?What quality should one embody to go into appropriation work?The major issues with appropriation in the yoga worldShould one have to spend money to learn about appropriation?Where should one learn appropriation from?Mistakes to avoidAppropriation work in IndiaSome key takeawaysVikram Jeet Singh’s bio available in our show notes.Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

On the show today, we explore the mind as viewed in yoga with long-term yoga & meditation teacher, Pavel Dimitrev. Some of the episode highlights are...What is the mind according to yoga?Where in the mind is morality?Managing the mind through yoga for beginnersWhy is our mind so troubled?Pranayama and the mindWhat is the purpose of a thought?Where do thoughts come from?What we resist persistsPractices in yoga that will help manage our mindFull guest bio available on our show notes. Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

In this short solo episode, Arundhati does a deep dive into Shavasana, she tells you the story of Shavasana. As well as why you roll the right side instead of the left and much more. What to do if someone always falls asleep and more. She gives you a life update and all the changes happening and how she's adapting to her new normal for the next few months. Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

It's no secret that many start yoga nowadays at a yoga studio and adopt a physical practice of yoga. Doing "yoga" has come to mean doing "yoga poses". Many yoga teachers struggle to understand how to link the greater context of yoga through asana or the physical practice of yoga. In this solo episode, Arundhati Baitmangalkar walks you through 5 easy, effective and effortless ways to start thinking about this. She reminds you to first strengthen the student's relationship with the richness and depth of asana before bringing in more yoga. And why reading a yoga sutra to them will mean nothing if they haven't yet connected fully to their asana and the benefits they see from them. Arundhati calls this part 1 of much more to come. She shares 5 easy ways to get this conversation started with your students. Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

In this episode of Let's Talk Yoga, Vikram Jeet Singh is back in conversation with Arundhati about all things advanced yoga. What qualifies as advanced yoga? What are the characteristics of "being advanced" in yoga and more? The confusion around this topic is real. We have an open conversation in the hope that more yoga teachers gain clarity about the subjectivity of advanced yoga, its nuances, and the fact that it is not entirely postural. Vikram Jeet Singh is a lifelong yoga student, international continuing education provider and mentor for many yoga teachers. Read his full bio in our show notes. Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

The 8 limbs of yoga are mentioned often in the modern yoga world. Especially if you've studied in yoga teacher training. But often, you're probably exploring only the very surface of this. The contextualization is missing. In this episode, our (repeat) guest Prasad Rangnekar dives deep into not only giving us a clear context of the 8 limbs in the grand scheme of yoga. But he clarifies how to move through the 8 limbs as a modern-day practitioner. Whether you think you know the 8 limbs of yoga or not, this conversation will be enriching. Episode highlightsHow central are the 8 limbs to yoga? The relationship between the margas & the 8 limbs Does everyone need to practice all 8 limbs? What have we lost sight of? Why do the yamas and niyamas start the 8 limbs? Asana in the past Shouldn't pratyahara be central to our yoga practice? Difference between dharana and dhyana Exploring Samadhi as a concept There's way more. I hope you continue to support this podcast and the generosity of the guests by supporting their work and ours. All the details and additional links can be found in our show notes. Guest Bio:Prasad Rangnekar, is a Yoga Educator from India who teaches in over 15 countries for the past 26 years. Prasad’s Yoga education started at the age of 9, and over the last 36 years, he has been studying Yoga traditionally, in a lineage, as well as academically, at a university. Prasad regards meditative silence as his greatest teacher and goes into 3 month-long silence retreats every year.Prasad is associated with the Natha Lineage, the founding lineage of Hatha Yoga, over the last 16 years and has stayed and studied with Natha Yoga Masters in India and Nepal.Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

In this episode, Arundhati leads you through a full pranayama masterclass. You'll get to practice pranayama & learn about a few techniques via this episode. Arundhati also shares all details about her upcoming Pranayama Teacher Training. This is our last call here on the podcast as the training starts November 4th, 2022. Details below. Additional Pranayama episodes are also linked below. See you at the training. Resources and Links Mentioned:Let's Talk Yoga Episode 102 - Want to Teach Pranayama After Teaching Asana? Listen Up!Let's Talk Yoga Episode 103 - Where Does Pranayama Really Begin? Answer revealed…Let's Talk Yoga Episode 104 - How Much Pranayama Do You Really Need?Let's Talk Yoga Episode 42 - Free Pranayama Class & Sequencing Notes for Yoga TeachersLet's Talk Yoga Episode 56 - The Three Important Groups of PranayamaLet's Talk Yoga Episode 57 - Top 5 FAQs about PranayamaPrana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

As we get closer to our annual Pranayama teacher training, here's another pranayama packed episode for you. Arundhati dives deep into the most commonly asked question, how much pranayama does one really need? Do you use a time-based metric for this? Or are there other things to consider? Find out by tuning into this episode. Remember the annual pranayama yoga teacher training starts Nov 4th, 2022. Happens only once a year. Details below. Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

Do you like many others believe that pranayama begins when you sign up for a pranayama class or pay attention to your inhalations and exhalations? What if I told you this is wrong? Pranayama actually starts at a very specific point in our practice. Tune in to find out the answer from Arundhati on this episode. Remember Pranayama Yoga Teacher training starts November 4th, 2022. You can sign up right now!Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

It's that time of the year again, Arundhati's annual 30-hour Pranayama Teacher Training &Immersive studies are now open for enrollment. We're doing a special deep dive into all things pranayama this month. Starting this week, we kickstart a deep conversation about when to recognize if you're ready to start pranayama studies. And more importantly, how to spot if you're ready to teach it to others. In this solo episode, Arundhati walks you through 5 main things to watch out for that will indicate that you're ready to start deep, immersive pranayama studies. As well as some signs that show you that you're perhaps ready to teach it to others. You'll also get to learn more about her virtual pranayama teacher training that starts November 4th, 2022. Enrollments are open. You can click here to sign up for the pranayama teacher training for 2022. You can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodesPrana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

In this episode, we explore the art of instructing yoga. It's something yoga teachers do every single time we enter a class. Yet, many yoga teachers struggle with getting comfortable, or skillful at instructing. Because we have to take what we have as experience in our bodies and being. Make it coherent for someone else. While this sounds straightforward, it's not. Arundhati interviews Christina Sell. A long-time yoga teacher and student. The conversation goes deep into the "art of instructing yoga". If you teach yoga asana in some capacity, this is highly recommended listen. Episode Highlights...The goal of yoga and asana teachers in giving instructionsAvoiding over-instructing and under-instructingQuality learning and instructing amidst the fast-paced world of yogaCueing in yogaIs there a difference between teaching a beginner and a more experienced student?Christina's words of encouragementChristina Sell has been practicing asana since 1991. Known for her passion, clarity and creativity, Christina’s teaching style is a dynamic and challenging blend of inspiration, humor, and hard work. Christina has a BA in Counseling and Education and an MA in Integrative Education and Curriculum Design. She resides in Bellingham, WA with her husband, two very affectionate cats, and the world’s best dog, Locket. WAITLIST - Pranayama Teacher Training 2022You can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodesPrana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

To celebrate our 100th episode, we’ve invited 5 of our most popular guests back on the show. We asked them all the same question, “What is advanced yoga?”Tune in and find out what Vikram Jeet Singh, Indu Arora, Savira Gupta, Kaya Mindlin & Alexandria Crow say about advanced yoga. A big thank you to everyone who supports this podcast. Please support free yoga education resources like these by leaving a 5-star rating & review on apple podcasts. Spotify listeners can now leave ratings too. So if you listen on Spotify, please rate this podcast so we can help get free yoga education like this into the hands of more yoga teachers. Find more ways to connect with us below...WAITLIST - Pranayama Teacher Training 2022 is open...You can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodesPrana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

In today's episode, Arundhati addresses 3 important aspects of being a yoga teacher...What you should know before teaching yoga? What's the bare minimum yoga teachers need to learn to actually teach yoga? What should you teach as a yoga teacher to your students? You no longer need to self-navigate and be confused about how and what to study. At the end of this episode, you'll have clarity about how to add some structure to your learning journey. It's a unique insight that will enrich your teaching journey. Arundhati gives you a step-by-step breakdown of what to do in each part. Please support free yoga education resources like this podcast by leaving a rating, review, and sharing with your yoga friends. WAITLIST - Pranayama Teacher Training 2022 You can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodesPrana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

For centuries yoga practice has taken into account the impact of the Vagas nerve in our wellbeing. While modern science is catching up. In today's episode, Arundhati interviews Mel Singh about all things Vagas nerve & Yoga. The Vagus nerve is gaining a lot of momentum in the yoga community. But we dig deep into how this nerve has already been accounted for in many yogic practices for centuries. From this conversation, you’ll gain clarity on the basics of the Vagas nerve, its location, significance, function, etc…aka the fundamentals that you should know. But we dig deeper into the gunas from Ayurveda. Explore the link to the Vagas nerve & impact. You'll understand how to catch an imbalance in the functioning of this nerve. As well as how does this nerve ages. But most importantly, Mel shares the various tools available in yoga to help condition the Vagas nerve for optimal functioning. From asanas (postures) to pranayama and meditation. Mel is a trained kinesiologist and exercise physiologist with a specialization in neurophysiology. She is also a trained mindfulness meditation teacher and Yoga & Ayurveda Wellness Counsellor. Full bio in show notes.Please support free yoga education resources like this by leaving a review and rating on apple podcasts. Thank you. You can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodesPrana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

Hands-on adjustments -a topic requested by YOU. Is this a skill to have as a yoga teacher or unnecessary in 2022? Most yoga teachers think they need to be on one side or the other. But the truth is, it's not that easy. You need to explore this conversation from many angles. This is what we do in this episode of the Let’s Talk Yoga podcast with Arundhati BaitmangalkarDid you know there are 3 main types of adjustments? Hands-on adjustments are the last of these options. Yet many yoga teachers spend $$$ trying to “learn” this in the hopes of doing better as yoga teachers. In this episode, we dive deep into understanding this conversation in 2022. How much time and effort should you invest into this? How to learn them? When to use them? Reflections on your own experience of these adjustments and most importantly, how to move forward?If you teach yoga, whether you’ve had an adjustment before or not. This will add a lot of value to your yoga practice. 3 ways to support free yoga educational resources like this…Leave a 5-star rating and review on apple podcasts Screenshot this & tag us on Instagram. Tell us what you loved Share this podcast with 1 to 3 of your yoga friends You can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodesPrana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

Vinyasa as a style of yoga asana has exploded all over the world with millions of people doing vinyasa every day. In fact, when many people think yoga - they think vinyasa style.But do you know how this style originated? Do you even know the real meaning of the word Vinyasa? Vikram Jeet Singh is a long-time yoga teacher, mentor, and repeat guest on the podcast. He clarifies and helps us explore vinyasa in-depth, its origins, transitions, and journey into today's modern yoga studio. Episode Highlights…What does the word vinyasas mean? How does Vinyasa fit into the grand scheme of yoga?The story of how Vinyasa originatedHow it crossed over from India to the rest of the world Understanding the different types of vinyasa today Is vinyasa the ‘right’ style for everyone? How to support free yoga resources like this? Leave a rating & review on apple podcasts. Help others discover this free content Share it via sending a link to your yoga teachers and friends Share it on social media and tag usYou can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodesPrana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

Can you do yoga during your period? Should you be inverting? How do you approach this as a yoga teacher? In today's episode, we get into these questions and more with Arundhati. She gives you never heard before the cultural context of menstruation in Indian culture as well as highlights the ongoing problem of period poverty. Which pushes young girls and women further away from doing yoga to date. All over the globe. She shares how she gets this question from her Indian and South Asian clients as it has cultural significance to millions. Tune in to learn what you need to do when you're on your period. Whether you should invert or not? (The answer will surprise you). What should you avoid on your period & how to deal with this as a yoga teacher? If you would like to continue to receive free yoga education via this podcast please take a moment to leave us a review and rating on apple podcasts. You can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodesPrana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

This week, we explore all things Tantra and Yoga. There is a lot of misinformation out there about Tantra. Most often people think of tantric sex and sensual pleasure as Tantra. But there is so much more to Tantra. In this episode, we chat with Dr. Kavitha Chinnanaiyan. A cardiologist, author, mother, and wife. She has spent decades in the study of Tantra, Yoga, Ayurveda, and Vedic scriptures under her Guru and teachers. She eloquently breaks down Tantra in this episode. Whether you’re new to this topic or already have some idea of what Tantra is about you’ll learn so much more in this conversation.Tantra Episode highlights...What does the word Tantra mean? What is Tantra? What are some of the practices of Tantra? How do Yoga & Tantra intersect? What are some of the common misconceptions about Tantra? How does one get started on this path?If you’d like to get continue to get free yoga content like this every week. Please leave us a review to help support the work of this podcast. You can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodesPrana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

Today's episode was inspired by the recent heatwave across Europe and North America. Arundhati shares how yogic practices have always taken into account the external environment in that the individual is exposed regularly. Yogic practices aren't in isolation or rigid. Arundhati shares how the practices include heating and cooling techniques. Whether it's yoga poses, pranayama, or diet. Hit play if you're struggling to do yoga in the heat or if you want to increase your understanding of the heating and cooling practices of yoga. You can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodesPrana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

Today's episode dives into ways in which modern yoga teachers can balance the role of being a lifelong student of yoga as well as being a teacher of yoga. Often this conversation is skipped over in popular yoga because it's complex and has many nuances. In today's short, solo episode Arundhati shares 7 ways in which you can work on your mindset to excel as a student of yoga & teach it authentically. You can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodesPrana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

On the show today, I invited back our frequent guest, Prasad Rangnekar to talk about his new online course that is about to launch on July 14th, 2022, called Prana & Pranayama. It's a five-week in-depth course exploring wider dimensions of Prana & Pranayama, beyond breath and breathwork, by reconciling scriptures & science.In this episode, we’re going to discuss the definition of prana according to the scriptures, the spiritual significance of pranayama and ways in which it can be applied, its correlation with our modern-day lifestyles, and more. Prasad also talks about the details of his online course at the end of the episode and the inspiration that goes behind it.Prana & Pranayama Episode Highlights:What is prana according to the scriptures?The spiritual significance of pranayamaWays in which pranayama can be appliedThe correlation between our modern-day lifestyles and pranayamaHow varied is prana in different traditionsPrana and Pranayama Virtual Course detailsI highly encourage you to explore the syllabus of what he's teaching and see the depth of wisdom and knowledge that is sitting right there just waiting for you to come and learn.You can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodesPrana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

In this episode, we explore Karma in depth. Especially the laws of Karma with Medha Narwani. You'll get an in-depth understanding of Karma & how it relates to yoga through this conversation...Episode highlights...What is the Law of Karma?How is karma a part of yoga?Even if we know the laws of karma, what makes us take actions in a particular way? Why do we feel compelled to do what we do?What are negative and positive karma - paap and punya? The new age concept of ‘Law of attraction’ - how is it connected to karma?How do you turn karma into karma yoga?How is karma related to dharma?The concept of guru and how a guru helps with karmas.Medha Narwani comes from a family of deep-rooted Vedic values. Her initial career as an economist and life across Australia, US and UK offered her a truly global outlook, but her spiritual curiosity brought her back to India. While she trained under her guru in a guru-shishya tradition and pursued MSc in yoga, she felt compelled to write her debut novel ‘Mystic Road Warrior’. She strongly believes that traditional yoga is an experiential science- it fundamentally transforms a sincere practitioner.You can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodesPrana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

Prana is something every yoga teacher knows. But many know it only as surface knowledge. In this episode, Arundhati interviews Indu Arora, a long-time yoga teacher, and author about Prana. They decode prana for today's yoga teacher & student. If you're keen to learn about prana clearly and from an authentic source. This is the conversation to tune into. Prana Decoded Episode Highlights...What is prana?When did prana first appear in the scriptures or in yoga?How does one connect with their prana?How does breath play into prana?The different types of prana and their significanceRecommended practices for healthy functioning of prana and apanaMisinterpretations about prana Indu Arora is a long-time yoga teacher, author, and mentor to yoga teachers. To read her full bio, head to https://letstalk.yoga/You can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodes.Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

A slightly different episode this week. I'm just days away from launching my Teaching Yoga To Beginners Course. So I've put together this little quiz for you to explore to gauge your effectiveness when it comes to teaching asana to beginners. Teaching Yoga To Beginners Course: https://www.mindfulyogateachers.com/beginnersyttYou can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodes.Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

In the popular world of yoga, there's widespread misinformation about the tradition and the path of Hatha Yoga. Its rich history is often forgotten or laid aside and replaced with various misleading interpretations. While most yoga teachers are borrowing every day from hatha yoga. Hardly anyone knows its origins or in fact much about this path at all. Prasad Rangnekar, who has been on the podcast many times before is from the Natha lineage. The founding lineage of Hatha Yoga. He shares his deep wisdom about the hatha yoga path. Here are some of our conversation highlights...What is the context of Hatha Yoga?Characteristics of MargasWhat the word Hatha meansThe history and evolution of Hatha YogaWhat to practice under Hatha YogaWhat is KriyaMisconceptions about Hatha MargaVinyasa in relation to Hatha YogaResources for Hatha MargaThere's truly so much more in this episode. If there's one conversation you ever listen to about hatha yoga it should be this one. Info session for Teaching Yoga To Beginners Course: https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/BYTTjuneinfosessTeaching Yoga To Beginners Course: https://www.mindfulyogateachers.com/beginnersyttYou can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodes.Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

As a yoga asana teacher, it's crucial that you get skillful in teaching beginners yoga. Because that is where you can create maximum impact. Remember, when you see your student succeed, you feel successful as a yoga teacher. As my Teaching Yoga To Beginners course is about to begin this June. I'm sharing some snippets from the training. In today's episode, I share 3 must know sequencing principles for a beginners class. If you're keen on doing better as a yoga teacher. Hit play! If you like what you hear & want to know more - check out my upcoming course in June. Details below. Teaching Yoga To Beginners Course: https://www.mindfulyogateachers.com/beginnersyttYou can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodes.Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

There is so much high-quality yoga education online. A random search on YouTube is how I met my incredible guest today. Anvita Dixit, a yoga teacher from India was raised in the Kaivalyadham Yoga Institue at a young age. Where she was surrounded by some of the best yoga Gurus, masters & philosophers. She has learned yoga deeply in its authentic form. Today, she teaches yoga in various capacities. But most noteworthy here is her YouTube channel called, Yogic Gurukul where she has many in-depth videos about the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. These are a perfect starting point for any yoga teacher looking to get started with this text. In this episode, we chat about the top 5 sutras that a beginner to this text should know and more...Episode Highlights...Who is Maharishi Patanjali?How to address Patanjali? What are the yoga sutras?What is meant by a sutraThe layout of this text How to best learn this text The top 5 sutras for a beginner Anvita's story behind creating her YouTube channel Teaching Yoga To Beginners Course: https://www.mindfulyogateachers.com/beginnersyttYou can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkarJoin our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodes.Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

Sincere yoga teachers often ask Arundhati how to find a “good” yoga teacher. Especially in the world of social media and influencer marketing. This can be hard to navigate if you’re a new yoga teacher or if you didn’t receive quality yoga education or exposure to great teachers who ground you in the wisdom of yoga. In this episode, she shares the best ways in which you can find credible yoga teachers on the internet. She also explains what is the responsibility of the yoga asana student who wants to teach or is teaching yoga. A must listen to anyone who teaches yoga or plans to become a yoga teacher in the future.Teaching Yoga To Beginners Course: https://www.mindfulyogateachers.com/beginnersyttYou can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodes.Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

Undoubtedly, most yoga teachers are actually teaching only a tiny part of yoga i.e, the physical practice of yoga called asanas in modern times. But there is a lot of confusion in the world of asana because sequencing yoga poses in an effective, cohesive, and logical manner leads to a direct favorable outcome on the student's body, breath and mind not only on that given day but also acts as an investment in the practice is a skill that most yoga teachers struggle with. Moreso, if you've only learned how to "vinyasa" your way through yoga. This has caused more problems than solutions but most yoga teachers are yet to realize this. In today's episode, I take you through my 5r7 step process of how I approach asana sequencing. Fair warning, you need to have had some decent quality asana education to really understand this conversation. Grab your pen & paper, and brew your chai because this is a sequencing masterclass coming straight to you. Teaching Yoga To Beginners Course: https://www.mindfulyogateachers.com/beginnersyttYou can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodes.Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

Have you heard about the Marma Nadi? Do you know its acts like a bridge between yoga and Ayurveda. On the show today, Ismat -Dhala Natani shares how this marma nadi is the bridge between yoga & Ayurveda. Ismat is professional background is in natural health care, with a specialty in traditional Indian medicine. With over two decades of experience, she has spearheaded CAISH, carefully guiding its growth since i2002. Ismat focuses on melding ancient wisdom with current concepts of health and wellbeing. From this frame of reference, she develops educational programs, materials and teaching tools. Currently, Ismat is working toward accreditation affiliations, and the standardization of Ayurveda and Indian Systems of Healing programs in CanadaFrom this episode, you will gain clarity….✅How and where do yoga and Ayurveda connect?✅Ismat talks about how her Ayurveda journey began✅Why some branches of yoga and Ayurveda are not mainstream✅What are nadis and are they significant to Ayurveda?✅Is the number of nadis significant?✅How the nadis are activated and maintained✅The meaning of Marma✅Ismat’s gives more asana examples✅How to improve one's health thru Marma Chikitsa✅What are common issues that someone would go to Marma Chikitsa for?✅Are Marma therapies dosha-dependent?✅Ismat’s advice to those who want to learn about AyurvedaTeaching Yoga To Beginners Course: https://www.mindfulyogateachers.com/beginnersyttYou can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our exclusive Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/letstalkyogaJoin our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodes.Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

Do you as a yoga teacher have clarity about what is Sanatana Dharma & Hinduism? Do you understand its link to yoga? Or are you confused about where to start understanding this topic?Have you wondered is yoga a religious practice? Savira Gupta, is a long-time yoga student, teacher, and practitioner. We've often turned to her on this podcast for her insight, knowledge, and clarity on complex, subtle topics. In this episode, Savira helps us understand Sanatana Dharma and Hinduism and their link to yoga.Episode Highlights...Sanātana Dharma and how it relates to yogaHow does one become a Hindu?Savira explains the meaning of DharmaWhat are the different types of Dharma?How does Dharma relate to yoga?The world's misconception of Hinduism or Sanātana DharmaSavira shares helpful advice on how to explore HinduismIs yoga a religious practice?Teaching Yoga To Beginners Course: https://www.mindfulyogateachers.com/beginnersyttYou can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodes.Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

As a yoga teacher, are you aware of the similarities between the Bhagavad Geeta & the Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali? Or even the vast differences between these two texts? Often discussed in isolation but never together. On the show today, long-time yoga teacher Vikram Jeet Singh gives you the clearest, concise, and thought-provoking layout of these two texts. He tells you exactly where they meet, where they diverge & where you should start and how. He takes s complex topic and makes it digestible and relatable. If you've been seeking clarity on these topics, this is the conversation you've been waiting for. Episode Highlights...Which text is older: The Yoga Sutras of Patañjali or The Bhagavad Gita? Is it significant to know which one is older?Vikram explains the MahabharataHow to approach the study of The Bhagavad GitaIs The Bhagavad Gita a religious text?How to navigate The Bhagavad Gita as a religious text Who “wrote” The Bhagavad Gita?For whom was the Gita written?How are these texts relevant in a yoga world that is dominated by asana?What is Swadhyaya?How The Yoga Sutras of Patañjali and The Bhagavad Gita are connectedWhat is Samkhya?Difference between The Yoga Sutras of Patañjali and The Bhagavad GitaWhich text to study if you want to learn more about yoga philosophyWays to practice learnings from the textsIs it possible to incorporate these teachings in an asana class?Vikram Jeet Singh is a long-time yoga student, & teacher. Living in India, Vikram was raised in the culture of yoga. Today, he shares his knowledge with yoga teachers through training on all aspects of yoga including classical texts. Teaching Yoga To Beginners Course: https://www.mindfulyogateachers.com/beginnersyttLearn more at the info session : https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/BYTTinfosessYou can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our exclusive Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/letstalkyogaJoin our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodes.Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

Did you know that for centuries - poses had nothing to do with yoga? But if you look at the modern-day yoga landscape, the poses & the physical landscape dominate the conversation. But most yoga teachers are unaware of the history of asana & its evolution through time. We explore this conversation in detail with Vikram Jeet Singh whose back again with lots of insight on this topic. Episode Highlights...The meaning of asanaHas asana always been a part of yoga?How people practiced yoga in the pastThe earliest reference to asanaWhen did asana start to make its way into yoga as we know it today?The physical effects of practicing the asanasThe difference between the earliest asanas and modern-day yogaIs it possible to do yoga without asana?Vikram gives advice to people who want to learn the non-asana elements of yogaWhy are yoga poses named after animals?When and how people started using props in yogaBooks to read if you want to learn about the evolution of the asanasThe external influences to asanaVikram took his first asana class in 2006 and right away fell in love with the practice. After regularly practicing for about a year and a half, he finished the 500 hour Teacher Training in Kerala, India in March 2008. After teaching part-time for a few months, Vikram decided to switch careers and ultimately left his HR job to pursue a full-time teaching career. Vikram has taught at various Modo locations in the GTA since November 2008. Over the course of the years, he has accumulated over 11,000+ hours of teaching experience.Today Vikram lives in India & teaches yoga philosophy to yoga teachers.Teaching Yoga To Beginners Course : https://www.mindfulyogateachers.com/beginnersyttYou can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our exclusive Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/letstalkyogaJoin our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodes.Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

There's no doubt in anyone's mind that beginners start with an asana class in modern times. But how do we yoga teachers approach sequencing for beginners? In today's solo episode, I take you yet again BTS of my new course, "Teaching yoga to beginners" where I give you insight into my 10-step framework for sequencing. I've used this successfully for a decade. And can guarantee that it works if you implement it well.You'll walk away with clarity and confidence in sequencing from this episode. Tune in now. Sign up here for "teaching yoga to beginners" - https://www.mindfulyogateachers.com/beginnersyttInfo session sign up here: https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/BYTTinfosessYou can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our exclusive Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/letstalkyogaJoin our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodes.Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

Do you struggle to break down what is yoga to a newbie? Especially in an asana class where you barely have 2 minutes before you need to start the class? Then this episode is for you. Arundhati breaks down how to clearly, briefly explain what is yoga to a newbie who comes into class wanting to stretch and do poses. She highlights 3 main aspects that every beginner should know. As well as clearing up the most popular misconceptions of what yoga is & instead building a clear picture of what yoga is without overwhelming yourself or the student. The episode ends with Arundhati sharing what mindset of a yoga teacher to teach beginners yoga effectively.Teaching Yoga To Beginners Course: https://www.mindfulyogateachers.com/beginnersyttInfo session - Teaching Yoga To Beginners Course: https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/BYTTinfosess You can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our exclusive Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/letstalkyogaJoin our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodes.Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

The number one question I get asked by yoga teachers in my mentorship community is "How to get more students". This is in fact a question on many yoga teachers' minds if not all. In today's episode, I share what you need to look at before asking yourself or someone else this question of "more students". We even explore if more students is native to yoga or otherwise. If you're a yoga teacher, sincerely wanting to share your yoga with others. Then tune in, this episode will bring to light many different nuances that are often skilled by mainstream yoga & ignored by yoga business coaches.This conversation is structured, compassionate and will give you clarity on how to move forward in this journey of teaching more students. Join our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 .You can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkarPrana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

Have you ever asked yourself what's the most important yoga class you'll ever teach? Usually, you'll hear one of these 3 responses...Every class is equally important Teaching advanced asana because safety is important Teaching aspiring yoga teachers But for me personally, all of these miss the mark. The most important class you'll ever teach is that in which there's a beginners student or even better, a full class of beginner yoga students. Why? Because the beginner is a blank canvas. And you have the incredible opportunity to showcase all that yoga has to offer. To literally help change their lives. While that sounds cliched. Most modern-day yoga studios, just dump people into a level 1, slow flow or gentle vinyasa class. And let the student figure out yoga for themselves based on their interest or convenience. This leads to many people starting yoga but not sticking to it. There is a better way! That's what we explore in today's episode & you even get a preview into my new virtual course that addresses this issue. I've literally been trying to solve this problem for a decade. I'll be sharing all my insights with you in the weeks ahead. While this podcast is a shorty. It sets the stage for much greater clarity of things coming your way. To sign up for the course, or the free information session. Those details will be out with next week's episode...But make sure you're on my mailing list.Join our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodes.Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/AhamYogaYou can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!

The sukshma sharira is often translated as the subtle body, energetic body, and even pranic body in yoga. But often, most yoga teachers don't have enough clarity about the deep significance of this subtle body. Why it's crucial to our yoga. It's deep significance in this practice or even how to approach this. Indu Arora is on the show to shed more light on the many depths of Sukshma sharira. You'll learn the real meaning of this word, "sukshma sharira". Its origins and the significance in yoga. We chat about the various approaches to learning about the subtle body, how to catch the depletion of this & what components make up the sharira. There are many more aspects of the subtle body that you'll hear about from Indu Arora. Her 3rd time on the show. Indu Arora is a yoga teacher, author & lifelong student of yoga. You can learn more about her work, find access to her books and courses in the show notes.Be a part of my Mindful Yoga Teachers Club here...Join our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodes. You can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our exclusive Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/letstalkyogaPrana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!