Redefining Movement

You’ve probably heard this before, but sitting is the new smoking. One of the single greatest things anybody can do for their health is simply standing and moving around to get their blood pumping at short, regular intervals. It’s more important now than ever with so many of us living sedentary lifestyles, and it’s so easy to fix. A trick to doing this work is to find exercises that you actually enjoy. You’re far more likely to keep up a practice with regularity if it isn’t a chore. But there are so many other things you can try, from getting friends and family members to hold you accountable, to turning your housework into an exercise routine. We share a few other interesting ideas in today's episode, streaming now. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: lytyoga.com/blog/category/podcasts/Resources:Instagram: @lara.heimannRedefining Yoga is a production of Crate Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Robinson, better known as The Brain Guy, understands a thing or two about brain health and neuroplasticity. In this episode, he shares his wonderful insights into our relationships with perception, time, and happiness. In the same way we’re able to use our perception of ourselves to boost our abilities, it can also shape our physical and mental health for the better. I talk a lot about how important the brain is, and after listening to this episode, you’ll see why.To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: lytyoga.com/blog/category/podcasts/Resources:The Brain Guy websiteScott on InstagramRedefining Yoga is a production of Crate Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Wednesday Q&A, where you ask questions and we answer them!In this Wednesday Q&A, we answer your questions about building out your core and the truth, or lack thereof, behind “no pain, no gain.”Your questions:What does building out your core mean?Is “no pain, no gain” still relevant? To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: lytyoga.com/blog/category/podcasts/Do you have a question?DM me on Instagram: @lara.heimannEmail me at lara@lytyoga.comRedefining Yoga is a production of Crate Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ergonomics is so important for our long term health, yet it’s something we so rarely stop to think about. More than a third of all lost workdays are due to musculoskeletal disorders, and you can bet that, more often than not, these things are caused or exacerbated by bad ergonomics in the workplace.I’ve been hired by companies to set up offices with these principles in the past, so here are some tips to keep you fit and healthy when at work. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: lytyoga.com/blog/category/podcasts/Resources:Instagram: @lara.heimannRedefining Yoga is a production of Crate Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kelly Smith is a renowned yoga and meditation teacher who’s studied over sixteen types of yoga on five different continents. Her use of yoga nidra has allowed her to find a calm space within the madness of the outside world and she’s here to impart her wisdom to all of us.We talk all about the benefits of yoga nidra on, not just the body and mind, but the soul as well. Kelly is all about learning to speak to your soul and be your true self whenever possible. She’s an amazing woman and an amazing guest. Tune in.To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: lytyoga.com/blog/category/podcasts/Resources:Kelly’s Site: Yoga for YouKelly Smith on InstagramRedefining Yoga is a production of Crate Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Wednesday Q&A, where you ask questions and we answer them!In this Wednesday Q&A, we answer your questions about practicing yoga with tinnitus, and coping with self-destructive thoughts.Your questions:How does tinnitus influence one’s yoga practice, and can yoga support sufferers of it?How can you stop self-destructive thoughts?To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: lytyoga.com/blog/category/podcasts/Do you have a question?DM me on Instagram: @lara.heimannEmail me at lara@lytyoga.comRedefining Yoga is a production of Crate Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lower back pain is the problem I’m asked about the most. Something like 60-70% of people have it – and some people deal with it chronically. It’s easy to feel like it’s something beyond your control. Many people give up and accept it as part of aging. But, you can do something. In fact, in many cases, you can cure it altogether.To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: lytyoga.com/blog/category/podcasts/Resources:Instagram: @lara.heimannEpisode #484: “Understanding the Science of Pain”Redefining Yoga is a production of Crate Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s Friday with Friends, I spend some quality time with Steve Wiltshire to hear the remarkable story of how he cured his autoimmune disease through mindfulness and wellness. Steve has made health, fitness and mindset his priority for three decades! He was diagnosed shortly being crowned Mr. Oregon at a bodybuilding competition. It originated from a serious gut complication and almost ruined his health. After trying conventional treatments, he took things into his own hands, and, eighteen months later, he was cured. Using the philosophy and wellness practices he learned at the Hypocrites Institute in Southern Florida, he put his life back on track. He’s since developed a process that has led to him assisting thousands of people in reclaiming their own health and power. He’s now a keynote speaker and author who educates on the topic of our gut. As he says, the gut is the engine that drives the body, and he believes that so much of our health comes straight from how we treat it.How can we make sure our guts are healthy? He started his Body Temple Health and Wellness platform to share just such information. Let’s hear what he has to say.To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: lytyoga.com/blog/category/podcasts/Resources:Body Temple KickstartRedefining Yoga is a production of Crate Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Wednesday Q&A, where you ask questions and we answer them!In this Wednesday Q&A, we answer your questions about letting your head hang, dipped hips, back rib pain, and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.Your questions:What is the benefit of letting the head hang?Why does my client’s hip dip during three-legged down dog?Why do the back of my ribs hurt after lifting heavy weight?Should I practice yoga with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome?To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: lytyoga.com/blog/category/podcasts/Do you have a question?DM me on Instagram: @lara.heimannEmail me at lara@lytyoga.comRedefining Yoga is a production of Crate Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This Monday Motivation is all about, well, motivation. It seems like a lot of people are dealing with despondency in their lives right now, so let’s take a look at how we can turn the tides with a few simple tips.To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: lytyoga.com/blog/category/podcasts/Resources:Instagram: @lara.heimannRedefining Yoga is a production of Crate Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.