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The Embodiment Coaching Podcast

636. Yoga, Men & Martial Arts - with Adrien Matter

Oct 3, 2024
Adrien Matter, a Pilates and yoga teacher trainer with extensive experience, discusses the intersection of martial arts, healing, and men’s engagement in yoga. He challenges stereotypes around masculinity and flexibility, urging men to embrace vulnerability. The conversation also addresses trauma awareness in fitness, the balance between ambition and health, and the evolving landscape of embodiment practices in a modern context. Additionally, Adrien shares insights on authenticity in the digital age and the importance of community in somatic practices.
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  • Adrien discusses the cultural stigma in France regarding physical expression and how it hinders the embrace of embodiment practices like yoga and martial arts.
  • The podcast emphasizes the importance of creating inclusive spaces in yoga for men, which helps challenge stereotypes around strength and flexibility.

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The Journey of Personal Embodiment

Mark Walsh shares his extensive journey into embodiment practices, including meditation, yoga, and conscious dance. He expresses his passion for these disciplines and explains how they have significantly shaped his life and approach to coaching. Walsh emphasizes the importance of embodying one’s experiences and feelings, which he believes enhances personal growth and connection to others. His commitment to training coaches in this area reflects his belief in the transformative power of mind-body alignment for both personal and professional development.

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