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Almost everyone who practices yoga has experienced and emotional release or even a breakthrough in class—it just happens. But what if there were a way to actively encourage that type of release with more predictability? What if there were a way to created a safe, simple, and controlled stress release response at the end of each class? On this week's Yoga Talk Show, you'll meet yoga trainer, Maria Alfaro, who integrates Trauma and Tension Releasing Exercises (TRE) with traditional yoga classes to create something called, Neurogenic Yoga. For yoga students looking for a new and unique way to release long-held tension, this is a remarkable practice that can be learned quickly and practiced nearly anywhere. ------------ Listen & Learn: How self-induced therapeutic tremors can cause massive breakthroughs in your practice and your life How trauma can get stored in the brain stem (not cortex) Why you could never by physically in pain during practice Why emotionally, you should always feel "in control" How tremors can access and sooth the brain stem ABOUT OUR GUEST Maria Alfaro is from Italy and lives Santa Cruz, California. She has over 26 years yoga experience in Iyengar, Ashtanga and Forrest Yoga and has been teaching since 1997. Maria was trained in TRE™ by its founder, Dr. David Berceli, in 2004 and she has been teaching his method ever since. She also has a background in martial arts, reiki, massage, and meditation. Nutritional Tip of the Week: Fruit Juice Links & References from the Show: TRE Neurogenic Yoga Got Questions? Write to us podcast@yogabody.com Thanks to our sponsor: New Year’s Yoga Retreat in Barcelona Your Best Year Ever! This is a total immersion yoga retreat set in Barcelona. Your days will be filled with yoga practice, nutrition lectures, breathing workshops, posture clinics and outdoor adventures; and you’ll also have plenty of time each day to explore the beautiful city of Barcelona on your own or with your fellow students. Learn More

Chronic inflammation is a precursor to a myriad of diseases and illness, and the foods and lifestyle choices we're making are largely at fault. Perhaps the biggest challenge with inflammation is you cannot see it, so it can be a "silent killer," wreaking havoc without you even aware of what's going on. This week's guest on the Yoga Talk Show hopes to change all that—and more. ------------ Listen & Learn: Why internal inflammation can contribute (or even cause) weight gain, aging and disease How a simple and cheap C-Reactive Protein test can tell you if this is a problem or not How some of the most common foods create a negative reaction inside our bodies Why arthritis, skin problems, and digestive issues might be linked to chronic inflammation There are two types of inflammation: chronic and short-term/acute How your microbiome health is crucial to your health Why you should avoid Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs and antibiotics ABOUT OUR GUEST Kellyann Petrucci is a weight-loss and natural anti-aging transformation expert. She has a private practice in the Birmingham, Michigan area and is a concierge doctor for celebrities in New York City and Los Angeles. She is a board-certified naturopathic physician and a certified nutrition consultant. You might have seen her on The Doctors, Dr. Oz, and other television news programs. She is the driving force behind the website DrKellyann.com, and has authored six books for John Wiley & Sons. Nutritional Tip of the Week: Nut Milks Links & References from the Show: Find a Functional Doctor Dr. Kellyann's Site Got Questions? Write to us podcast@yogabody.com Thanks to our sponsor: Liquid Energy B If you’re a vegetarian, live a high-stress lifestyle and/or are over 50 years of age, there’s a very good chance you need to supplement with vitamin B12. B12 is one of the few vitamins that our body doesn’t produce on its own. If you don’t eat or supplement with B12, you will develop a deficiency that could lead to anemia, nerve damage, mood and mental health problems. Learn More

By 2050, we'll have 9 billion people on the planet, and we cannot feed them with chicken, pigs, cows, wheat, soy, and corn. The food system that got us to where we are today is now destroying our planet and threatens our health; so we need to seek out nutritious, ethical and sustainable food that scales globally. Enter: edible insects. A crick can be as much as 20x's more efficient in terms of water, land, and resources than its equivalent in beef protein, and there are thousands of other insects that are edible to choose from. At scale, insects are cheap, easy-to-grow, bio-diverse, and whether convenient or not, they are the future of food. On this week's Yoga Talk Show, Lucas Rockwood talks with insect food bar manufactures to get a deeper understanding of the next phase of mass food production. ------------ ABOUT BÚI & STEFAN Búi Bjarmar Aðalsteinsson studied psychology at the University of Iceland, product design (BA) at the Iceland Academy of Arts and the National Art Academy in Oslo (MA, Kunsthøgskolen i Oslo). Bui has mostly specialized in design related food production. His design is characterized by the breakup of traditional processing methods with the aim of creating new knowledge and increasing sustainability. Stefan Atli Thoroddsen joined Bui in the founding of a company specialized in insect production. His background is in business and marketing. Nutritional Tip of the Week: Brown Rice Links & References from the Show: Jungle Bar: Use 'YOGABODY' coupon code for 25% off UN Report on Edible Insects Little Herds Got Questions? Write to us podcast@yogabody.com Thanks to our sponsor: The Yoga Trapeze Stand Finally… a simple way to setup your Yoga Trapeze anywhere, anytime. The Yoga Trapeze Stand can be setup in minutes, supports up to 600 lbs, and is perfect for backyard practice, parks, indoor and outdoor use. We have yoga studios that set up in their lobbies and even festivals that setup Yoga Trapeze Stands in booths. If you’ve seen our breathtaking videos and photoshoots in Barcelona, you’ve no-doubt seen our Yoga Trapeze Stand in action; and the good news is we’ve perfected the design and reduced the production costs so it’s now more affordable than ever to have your own Yoga Trapeze Stand. Learn More

How many people do you know who live stress-free lives without any tension or trauma? Let me guess: none! Stress, tension and even "soft trauma" are part of all our lives, and the tools most of us have to deal with these issues are limited at best. A dedicated yoga practice can offer great help, but there are new and innovative ways to balance your nervous system and release neurological tension. In this week's Yoga Talk Show, you'll meet Dr. David Berceli, creator of Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises (TRE), a very powerful way to use controlled tremors to overcome inner conflict. ------------ Listen & Learn: How Dr. Berceli teaches 7 poses to incite a controlled tremor response The difference between a neurological and psychological trauma Neurophysiology: how your mind impacts your body and body your mind Why trauma can arise from any over-stimulation to the nervous system What we can learn from the animal kingdom about shaking and tremors ABOUT DAVID BERCELI David Berceli, Ph.D. is an international expert in the areas of trauma intervention and conflict resolution. He is the creator of Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises (TRE). David has spent over twenty years providing trauma relief workshops and designing recovery programs for international organizations around the world. He has lived and worked extensively in Israel/Palestine, Sudan, Uganda, Kenya, Yemen, Egypt, and Lebanon. Nutritional Tip of the Week: Bulletproof Coffee Links & References from the Show: Trauma Prevention Neurogenic Yoga Got Questions? Write to us podcast@yogabody.com

Advanced yoga students come in all shapes and sizes around the world, but the one thing they all share in common is a commitment to self-practice. In order to achieve mastery at any skill whether yoga or chess, at-home study is a must; but the problem is that most students struggle with motivation and follow-through. There are more video classes, practice tips and tools than ever before in history, and yet at-home practice is just as challenging as ever. So what do you do? In this week’s Yoga Talk Show, Lucas shares his personal tips and tricks for taking yoga from a “here and there” practice to a total lifestyle shift. He’ll give you simple strategies for integrating your practice in all aspects of your life, from morning to night. ------------ Listen & Learn: Why morning or evening are usually the best “practice times” Why 30-minutes per day might make more sense than an hour How to bookend your day with breathing Simple online tools for accountability, community and support Nutritional Tip of the Week: Intermittent Fasting - should you give it a go? Links & References from the Show: Yoga Teachers College Got Questions? Write to us podcast@yogabody.com Thanks to our sponsor: Yoga Teachers College The Yoga Teachers College combines new technology and age-old apprenticeship to deliver a level of education previously unavailable anywhere. We train students not just teach, but to become local business leaders in the mind-body wellness industry Learn More

It's estimated that 80% of the population will suffer from back pain at some point in their life—and most people are left frustrated and confused about how to actually heal. Should you take medications? Get physical therapy? See a chiropractor? On this week's Yoga Talk Show, you'll meet "Spondy" researcher, Justin Adkins. Spondylolisthesis is a serious spinal injury where a vertebra shifts forward causing pain, inflammation, and often radiating nerve problems. While there is no one-size-fits-all cure for Spondy or any other back pain problem, there is a framework for healing that can really help. JUSTIN ADKINS Justin is a certified strength and conditioning coach through the NSCA. He is also certified by USA Weightlifting and the Functional Movement Screen. He has trained and helped countless athletes from the youth to the professional level achieve their performance goals and return from various injuries. Like the tens of thousands of people each year, Justin was also diagnosed with Spondylolisthesis as a teenager. Justin became his own first client to deal with his own condition, and now helps thousands of people through his website: www.Spondyinfo.com ------------ Listen & Learn: Why spondylolysis is often a precursor spondylolisthesis How spondy is an anterior movement of a vertebra Why doctors are often pain-removal focused (whereas you might be full-function focused) Why you need to commit to a daily healing practice, even if just for 10-15 minutes Nutritional Tip of the Week: Acid Alkaline - friend or foe? Links & References from the Show: SpondyInfo Got Questions? Write to us podcast@yogabody.com Thanks to our sponsor: Yoga Trapeze The Yoga Trapeze is the most powerful, at-home yoga inversion tool ever created. Hang inside your house from a doorway, ceiling hooks, or outside from a beam, bar or swing set. Setup is fast and simple, results are immediate. The Yoga Trapeze will change your backbends for forever by creating traction in your spine… less pain and more flexibility with balanced upper body and core strength. Learn More

The benefits of yoga practice are at least 50% nervous system related; and yet, most of the yoga world has completely forgotten your body's electrical system. The nervous system effects of yoga are what distinguish it from other movement modalities, and it's where much of the magic of practice is hidden. For decades, there has been a biofeedback tool called, Heart Rate Variability (HRV), that allowed scientists to sneak peek into patients autonomic nervous system. Today, thanks to cheap sensor technology and smart phones, anyone can test their HRV using a smart phone at home. Any serious yoga student should learn how to use HRV to quantify, track and better understand what's going on, electrically, inside them. Quantification is going to completely revolutionize mind-body wellness and the way we practice. On this week's Yoga Talk Show, you'll meet Marco Altini, PhD, a tech entrepreneur pioneering HRV applications for at-home use. About the Guest Marco is a data scientist, programmer, and has a PhD in applied Machine Learning. He leads data science at Bloomlife, a digital health startup focusing on helping expecting mothers have a healthy pregnancy. He's been developing apps since 2012, and has done a tone of work with Heart Rate Variability which is what we'll be discussing today. --------------------------------------------------------------- What You’ll Learn: Why heart rate monitors simply give us an average heart rate per minute How beat-to-beat variances gives us a completely different picture of what's happening in our body—an insight into our nervous system How cheap, at-home sensor technology is changing the way we can monitor our own health Why breath pacing of 4-6 breaths per minute is ideal for most people to get into a high state of HRV Nutritional Tip of the Week: Tea vs Coffee Links & References from the Show: Marco Altini's Blog & Site Bloomlife Got Questions? Write to us podcast@yogabody.com Thanks to our sponsor: Green Me Up! Super Green Drink Mix This formula will naturally give your drink or smoothie a sweet taste without the sugar! Check out our ingredients, they’re awesome. All-natural, zero-calorie stevia in just the right amount gives this super mineral-dense powder it’s flavor. For superfoods, we’ve got you covered with spirulina, barley grass juice extract, acerola, maca, chlorella, mesquite, rice bran, kelp, and stevia (for natural sweetness). Mix with water, blend with fruit, or stir into a green-chia gel, either way it tastes amazing!  

USA Olympic swimmer, Michael Phelps made headlines this year with his black and blue marks all over this back during his races. Wonder what that was? It's a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) technique called, cupping, and it's believed to increase circulation, reduce inflammation and improve recovery time. Does it really work? Can Traditional Chinese Medicine help you? And what about acupuncture? If you're new to these practices, you'll love this week's Yoga Talk Show with Jennifer Dubowsky. About Jennifer Dubowsky: Jennifer Dubowsky is a licensed acupuncturist with a practice in downtown Chicago. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from University of Illinois in Chicago and a Masters in Oriental Medicine from Southwest Acupuncture College. Jennifer has researched and written many articles on Chinese medicine and has a popular blog. Her first book, Adventures in Chinese Medicine: Acupuncture, Herbs and Ancient Ideas for Today, was published and 2013 and is available on Amazon. She is a senior columnist for the Acupuncture Now Foundation, and you can learn more about her work at: www.tcm007.com --------------------------------------------------------------- What You’ll Learn: Why Michael Phelps has black and blue marks all over his back How TCM works to restore balance of body and mind Why "dry needling" might mean "not qualified" How to find an TCM doctor at www.NCCAOM.org Nutritional Tip of the Week: How to use cilantro for mercury detoxification? Links & References from the Show: Jennifer Dubowsky's Blog & Site Jennifer's Facebook & Twitter Chinese Medicine Basics Understanding Acupuncture What is Cupping? Got Questions? Write to us podcast@yogabody.com Thanks to our sponsor: Liquid Energy-B Back in Stock! If you're a vegetarian, live a high-stress lifestyle and/or are over 50 years of age, there's a very good chance you need to supplement with vitamin B12. B12 is one of the few vitamins that our body doesn't produce on its own. If you don't eat or supplement with B12, you will develop a deficiency that could lead to anemia, nerve damage, mood and mental health problems. Now available here: Liquid Energy-B

What is your "Gut IQ?" Is your gut a genius or a fool? Your gut is home to over 3lbs of bacteria, both good and bad. Your gastrointestinal health is crucial for the digestion and absorption of nutrients, your immune system, and even neurotransmitter production – but many people suffer from chronic gas, bloating, irregular bowels, and inflammation. Anyone concerned with holistic health must start with the gut, so on this week's Yoga Talk Show, Dr. Chaudhary will point you in the right direction. About Dr. Chaudary: Dr. Kulreet Chaudhary is a medical doctor, an integrative neuroscientist, and an expert in Ayurvedic medicine. She successfully developed a system to manage chronic neurological disorders such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease and migraine headaches, by incorporating changes in diet, behavior, and stress, in addition to the standard allopathic approaches. Dr. Chaudhary is a regular guest on the Dr. Oz show, and her new book, The Prime: Prepare and Repair Your Body for Spontaneous Weight Loss is available on Amazon.com. ------------ Listen & Learn: Why your immunity is directly related to your gut health Why white coating on your tongue in the morning can be a sign of poor gut health How triphala can help heal your digestive tract How Ayurveda can help anyone with gut health, weight loss, and whole body health Why probiotics can make some people feel great and others feel sick Nutritional Tip of the Week: Prebiotics: How do they differ from Probiotics and why are they important? Links & References from the Show: The Prime Club Got Questions? Write to us podcast@yogabody.com Thanks to our sponsor: Yoga Teachers College The Yoga Teachers College combines new technology and age-old apprenticeship to deliver a level of education previously unavailable anywhere. We train students not just teach, but to become local business leaders in the mind-body wellness industry Now accepting applications for January 2017: www.YogaTeachersCollege.com

In any health conversation, one of the most-common things discussed is: “So where do you get your protein?” This is not a bad question, but it’s not exactly the right question either. Protein is a real concern for everyone navigating our modern food system, but there are better questions to ask to achieve optimal health. In this week’s Yoga Talk Show, Lucas shares new ways to think about protein and make choices in your own life that you’ll notice right away. ------------ Listen & Learn: Why the “complete protein” myth does more harm than good Why percentage-based protein numbers confuse most people How to determine your baseline protein needs Why protein deficiency is extremely rare, but imbalance is common Real concerns for you and our world food system in regards to protein Nutritional Tip of the Week: Sodium Intake Recommendations Links & References from the Show: 10 Plant Based Proteins Got Questions? Write to us podcast@yogabody.com Thanks to our sponsor: The Yoga Trapeze is the #1 most popular yoga inversion sling in the world, and both our September and January teacher training courses are completely sold out. Good news! We’ve just opened up April 2017 for applications, and so this is an opportunity for you to gain the professional skills and confidence needed to teach professionally this exciting new style of yoga. Applications and information available here: Yoga Trapeze Teacher Training