Ep 193 Beryl Bender – The Original Power Yoga

Explore Beryl Bender’s journey into yoga, her experiences with Ashtanga, and the evolution of Power Yoga. Beryl shares her insights on the importance of mindfulness, the intersection of yoga and meditation, and the moral responsibilities of yogis in today's world. They discuss the challenges of aging in practice, the significance of teaching philosophy, and the need for activism in the yoga community. Beryl's optimistic outlook on life and her dedication to her practice shine through as she reflects on her past and future aspirations.

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Key Points

·      Beryl's early curiosity about life's big questions led her to yoga.

·      Her first yoga class was Kundalini yoga with Yogi Bhajan.

·      Beryl was inspired by Norman Allen's Ashtanga practice.

·      Power Yoga was created to make yoga accessible to athletes.

·      Beryl modified Ashtanga to suit the needs of her students.

·      The practice of yoga is about learning to pay attention.

·      Aging brings challenges, but Beryl remains optimistic and dedicated.

·      Activism and yoga are intertwined; yogis have a moral obligation to speak out.

·      Beryl emphasizes the importance of meditation in yoga practice.

·      She has no regrets and believes everything happens for a reason.