Leadership and Yoga Marcus Veda on 4BEAT Yoga & the Art of Teaching Yoga
Yoga teachers! This one's for you. In this episode of the Leadership and Yoga podcast, Shawna Krueger interviews Marcus Veda, the creator of 4BEAT yoga. They discuss the unique concept of synchronizing breath and movement to a steady beat, the origins of 4BEAT yoga, and the importance of music in enhancing the yoga experience. This episode is for yoga teachers — a deep dive into the art of teaching an incredible yoga class.
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Time stamps:
00:00 Intro
02:00 Introduction to 4-Beat Yoga
04:50 The Concept and Origins of 4-Beat Yoga
08:05 Teaching Flow and Breath in Yoga
10:51 The Role of Music in Yoga Practice
14:03 Flow State and Meditation in Yoga
16:55 Inspiration vs. Intimidation in Teaching
20:03 Managing Mixed-Level Classes
22:56 Injuries and Learning in Yoga
25:56 Personal Journey and Background in Yoga
28:47 Martial Arts Influence on Yoga Practice
34:14 Martial Arts and Yoga: A Unique Connection
37:13 The Journey into Music Creation
43:52 The Art of Class Delivery
50:20 Finding Your Voice as a New Teacher
54:40 The Influence of Teachers and Life Experiences
58:20 Qualities of Exceptional Leaders
01:00:49 The Billboard Question: A Message for the World