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Humanities
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History
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Origins & Sources of Yoga
Branches or Paths of Yoga
Sanskrit
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Sanskrit: Introduction
Sanskrit Study & Teaching Tips
Sanskrit First Words
Philosophy
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Philosophy Intro
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Defining Yoga: What is Yoga and Why Do We Do It?
Yoga’s Foundational Philosophies: Samkhya, Advaita Vedanta, Tantra
The Bhagavad Gita Introduction
The Yoga Sutras Historical Context
Eight Limbs
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Yoga Sutras Overview & Structure
Pratyahara Philosophy & Theory
Ashtanga Yoga / Eights Limbs of Yoga Introduction & Overview
Pratyahara Practices
Dharana Philosophy
Practicing Dharana
Dhyana Philosophy & Theory
Samadhi
Yamas & Niyamas
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Yamas & Niyamas Overview
Yamas – Ahimsa (Non-harming / Reverence)
Yamas – Satya (Truthfulness/ Integrity)
Yamas – Asteya (Non-stealing / Generosity)
Yamas – Brahmacharya (Self-restraint / Moderation)
Yamas – Aparigraha (Non-possessiveness / Trusting Abundance)
Niyamas – Santosha (Contentment)
Niyamas- Saucha (Cleanliness / Clarity)
Niyamas – Tapas (Self-discipline / Enthusiasm)
Niyamas – Svadhyaya (Study of Self and Spiritual Texts)
Niyamas – Ishvara Pranidhana (Devotion / Surrender)
Kleshas & Kriya Yoga
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Kleshas Introduction
Avidya (Spiritual Ignorance)
Asmita (False Identity or Egoism)
Raga & Dvesha (Grasping & Repulsion)
Abhinivesha (Clinging to the Body)
Weakening Kleshas
Kriya Yoga (Yoga of Action)
Yoga Sutras
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The Yoga Sutras Overview & Structure
Book One Overview
Book Two Overview
Book Three Overview
Book Four Overview
More Philosophy
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Dharma & Individual Uniqueness
Namaste / Namaskar
Sankalpa & Intention: How They are Different from Resolutions & Goals
Ayurveda & Yoga
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Ayurveda & Yoga Intro
Doshas
Diet & Lifestyle
Vata-Balancing Asana
Pitta-Balancing Asana
Kapha-Balancing Asana
Ancestral Narratives & Mythology
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Yoga Mythology Introduction
Gods, Divine Masculine Energies
Yoga Mythology: The Divine Feminine / Goddesses / Shakti / Devi
Yoga Mythology: Durga
Yoga Mythology: Lakshmi
Yoga Mythology: Saraswati
Anatomy & Physiology
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Anatomy & Biomechanics
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Anatomy General Considerations
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Tips for Studying & Teaching Anatomy
Anatomy & Study for Promoting Safety and Accommodations
Musculoskeletal System
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Musculoskeletal System Introduction
Connective Tissue & Fascia
Location & Movement Terminology
Muscle Movement and Contraction
Joint Movements & ROM
Muscle Pairs in Movement Agonist / Antagonist Relationship
Joint Mobility & Stability, Hyperextension, Hypermobility, and How Yoga Can Help
Spine & Back Anatomy
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Anatomy of the Spine: Spinal Regions & Vertebrae
Back Muscles
Spinal Functions
Spinal Movements
Anatomy of Posture
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Healthy Posture
Postural Issues & Conditions
Anatomy of the Spine & Posture Teaching Considerations
Core Anatomy & Psoas
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Core Form & Function
Core Fundamental Teachings
TA & Engaging Deeper Abs
Pelvic Floor
ENS, Emotion, Energy
The Psoas Introduction
The Psoas Common Issues
The Psoas Teaching Considerations
Pelvis & Hip Muscles
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The Pelvic Girdle, Pelvis & Hips: Introduction
Hip Muscles
Knees, Legs, & Feet
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Lower Leg Anatomy
Anatomy of Knees, Lower Legs & Feet
Knee Functions & Issues
Knees, Lower Legs & Feet Issues
Teaching Considerations for Knee Issues & Promoting Knee Health
Fostering Knee Health
Adapting for Knee Pain
Foot Pain
Teaching for Foot Health
Shoulder Girdle
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The Shoulder Girdle: Introduction
The Shoulder Girdle: Function & Issues
Physiology
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Physiology General
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How Yoga Supports Health & Physiology
Cells & Cellular Biology
DNA, Genes, Epigenetics
Epigenetics & Lifestyle Research
Nervous System
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Nervous System Overview
The Vagus Nerve
Stress & Relaxation Response
Why Yoga Works: Yoga’s Impact on the Nervous System & Stress
Respiratory Anatomy
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Respiratory Anatomy Part 1 – Introduction
Respiratory Anatomy Part 2 – Accessory Muscles & More
Flexibility & Stretching
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Physiology of Flexibility & Stretching
Stretch-Related Reflexes
Flexibility & Stretching Issues & Teaching Techniques
Brain
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Brain Anatomy Models & Terminology
Brain Physiology, Brain Hemispheres & Brain Waves
Brain Health & Yoga,Lifestyle, Exercise & Yoga
Brain Physiology & Health
Immune System
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The Immune & Lymphatic Systems Intro + Inflammation & Autoimmune Diseases
How Immunity Works – The Terrain Theory of Health & Disease vs The Germ Theory
Key Underlying Health Issues & Core Principles of Healing
How Yoga Can Help with Immunity: Research & Techniques
Digestive System
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Anatomy & Physiology of the Digestive System
Yoga and Digestion — Energy & Subtle Body Connections
About Digestive Conditions & Issues
Yoga Practices to Support Digestion
About Digestive Conditions & Issues
Cardiovascular System
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The Circulatory System /Cardiovascular System Anatomy
Cardiovascular SystemIssues & Conditions
Heart Health & Yoga
Endocrine System
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Endocrine System Introduction
Pineal Gland
Hormonal Issues & Health
Teaching Arts
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Ethics & Equity
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Teacher-Student Relationships, Ethics, Abuse
Equity in Yoga – Inclusion & Diversity – Creating a Welcoming, Inclusive & Relaxing Space
Inclusive & Accepting Word Choice
Cultural Appropriation vs. Cultural Exchange & Honoring the Roots of Yoga
Body Acceptance, Larger Bodies, Body Dysmorphia
Teaching Methodology
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Teaching Foundations
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Personal Practice & Knowledge of the Teachings (Part 1)
Teaching Methodology Intro & Overview
Humility & Boundaries
Skillful Teaching
Promoting Student Safety
Space & Logistics Checklist
Sacred Space, Ritual, Ceremony, Holding Space & The Four Directions
Guidelines for Teaching with Themes or Incorporating Philosophy
Presence as the Teacher
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Mannerisms & Body Language
Authenticity, Body Language & Presence- Teaching Authentically
The Foundations of an Effective Voice
Tips for Choosing your Words Wisely
Alignment & Adjustments
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Defining & Teaching Alignment
General Alignment Principles
Introduction to Choosing Cues & The Difficulty with Cueing
Problem Cues: Spine & Pelvis
Problem Cues: Standing Poses
Asana Adjustment & Assisting Guidelines
Alignment Approaches – A Few Different Perspectives on Alignment Principles
Planning & Sequencing
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Overcoming Sequencing Challenges + Structured Process
A Process for Inviting Inspiration
Class Elements, Tools & Practices
Sequencing Fundamentals & Guidelines
Choosing & Arranging Poses
Segmenting Your Class
Sequencing & Pacing to Balance Energy
Personal Practice & Self Care
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Personal Practice & Study + Embracing Suffering
Reaching Your Teaching Potential
Facing Imperfection + Feeding Your Passion & Inspiration to Teach
Self-Care & Burnout
Personal Practice and Study + Embracing Personal Wounds and Suffering
Facing Imperfection + Feeding Your Passion & Inspiration to Teach
Teacher Self-Care, Burnout & Self-Healing
Strategic Teaching
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Creating Strategic Teaching Plans
Strategic Teaching Plans
Self-Inquiry, Sacred Mission & Vision
Setting Measurable Objectives
Business Planning
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The Business of Teaching
Building Your Business & Revenue Streams
Marketing Your Yoga Business
Insurance & Continuing Education
Class Planning: Workshops, Courses, Series
Yoga Techniques and Fitness
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Mysore Style Ashtanga Yoga
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Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Count
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Padangusthasana & Padahastasana: The Count
Uttitha Trikonasana A & B: The Count
Uttitha Parsvakonasana A & B: The Count
Prasarita Padottanasana A – D: The Count
Parsvottanasana: The Count
Uttitha Hasta Padangusthasana: The Count
Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana: The Count
Utkatasana: The Count
Virabhadrasana A & B: The Count
Dandasana & Paschimottanasana: The Count
Purvottanasana: The Count
Ardha Baddha Poschimottanasana: The Count
Triyang Mukha Eka Pada Paschimottanasna: The Count
Janu Sirsasana A: The Count
Janu Sirsasana B: The Count
Janu Sirsasana C: The Count
Marichiyasana A: The Count
Marichiyasana B: The Count
Marichiyasana C: The Count
Marichiyasana D: The Count
Navasana: The Count
Bhujapidasana: The Count
Kurmasana & Supta Kurmasana: The Count
Garbha Pindasana & Kukutasana: The Count
Baddha Konasana A & B: The Count
Upavishta Konasana A & B: The Count
Supta Konasana: The Count
Supta Padangusthasana: The Count
Ubhaya Padangusthasana: The Count
Urdhva Mukha Paschiomottanasana: The Count
Setu Bandhasana: The Count
Urdhva Dhanurasana: The Count
Salamba Sarvangasana (all postures): The Count
Halasana: The Count
Karnapidasana: The Count
Urdhva Padmasana: The Count
Pindasasna: The Count
Matsyasana: The Count
Uttana Padasana: The Count
Sirasasna A (with b): The Count
Closing Three: The Count
Pasasana
Krounchasana
Bhekasana
Dhanurasana
Ustrasana
Bhardavajrasana
Ardha Matsyendrasana
Yogi Nidrasana
Pincha Mayurasana
Mayurasana
Nakrasana
Parighasana
Salabasana
Parsva Dhanurasana
Laghu Vajrasana
Kapotasana
Supta Vajrasana
Bakasana
Eka Pada Sirsasana
Dwi Pada Sirsasana
Tittibhasana
Karanadavasana
Vatayanasana
Gomukhasana
Supta Urdhva Pada Vajrasana
Sirsasana Series
Introduction to Tristhana Method
Introduction to Mysore Style Ashtanga Yoga
Introduction to Counted Method
Asana in Ashtanga
The Ashtanga Pranayama
Functional Range Conditioning
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FRC 101
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Introduction to Functional Range Conditioning
Controlled Articular Rotations (CARS)
PAILs & RAILs
End Range Conditioning
FRC Best Practices and Protocols
Elbow Range Conditioning
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Elbow Flexion
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Elbow Flexion Hovers
Elbow Flexion Passive Range Hold
Elbow Flexion Passive Stretch
Elbow Flexion PAILS & RAILS
Elbow Extension
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Elbow Extension PNF
Elbow Extension Hovers
Elbow Extension Passive Stretch
Elbow Extension PAILS & RAILS
Elbow Extension Lift Offs
Elbow Pronation
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Elbow Pronation Passive Stretch
Elbow Pronation Passive Range Hold
Elbow Pronation PAILS & RAILS
Elbow Supination
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Elbow Supination Passive Stretch
Elbow Supination Lift Offs
Elbow Supination PAILS & RAILS
Elbow Supination Passive Range Hold
Wrist Joint Range Conditioning
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Wrist Joint Flexion
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Wrist Joint Flexion PNF
Wrist Joint Flexion PAILS & RAILS
Wrist Joint Flexion Passive Range Hold
Wrist Joint Extension
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Wrist Joint Extension Passive Stretch
Wrist Joint Extension PNF
Wrist Joint Extension PAILS & RAILS
Wrist Joint Extension Passive Range Hold
Wrist Joint Extension Lift Offs
Wrist Joint Ulnar Deviation
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Wrist Joint Ulnar Deviation Passive Stretch
Wrist Joint Ulnar Deviation PAILS & RAILS
Wrist Joint Radial Deviation
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Wrist Joint Radial Deviation PAILS & RAILS
Wrist Joint Radial Deviation Passive Stretch
Spine Range Conditioning
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Spine Flexion
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Spine Flexion PNF
Spine Flexion Axials
Spine Flexion Hovers
Spine Flexion Passive Stretch
Spine Flexion PAILS & RAILS
Spine Flexion Passive Range Hold
Spine Flexion Lift Offs
Spine Lateral Flexion
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Spine Lateral Flexion Lift Offs
Spine Lateral Flexion Passive Stretch
Spine Lateral Flexion PAILS & RAILS
Spine Extension
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Spine Extension PNF
Spine Extension Hovers
Spine Extension Passive Stretch
Spine Extension PAILS & RAILS
Spine Extension Axials
Spine Extension Passive Range Hold
Spine Extension Lift Offs
Spine Rotation
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Spine Rotation Passive Range Hold
Spine Rotation PNF
Spinal Rotation PAILS & RAILS
Spine Rotation Axials
Spine Rotation Lift Offs
Hip Joint Range Conditioning
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Hip Extension
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Hip Extension PAILS & RAILS
Hip Extension Passive Stretch
Hip Extension Passive Range Hold
Hip Extension PNF
Hip Extension Hovers
Hip Extension Lift Offs
Hip Joint Adduction
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Hip Joint Adduction Hovers
Hip Joint Adduction PNF
Hip Joint Adduction PAILS & RAILS
Hip Joint Adduction Lift Offs
Hip Joint Abduction
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Hip Joint Abduction Passive Range Hold
Hip Joint Abduction Passive Stretch
Hip Joint Abduction PAILS & RAILS
Hip Joint Abduction Hovers
Hip Joint Abduction Lift Offs
Hip Joint Internal Rotation
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Hip Joint Internal rotation Hovers
Hip Joint Internal Rotation PNF
Hip Joint Internal Rotation PAILS & RAILS
Hip Joint Internal Rotation
Hip Joint Internal Rotation Lift Offs
Hip Joint External Rotation
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Hip Joint External Rotation Passive Stretch
Hip Joint External Rotation PNF
Hip Joint External Rotation Hovers
Hip Joint External Rotation PAILS & RAILS
Hip Joint External Rotation Passive Range Hold
Hip Joint External Rotation Lift Offs
Hip Joint Flexion
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Hip Joint Flexion Passive Stretch
Hip Joint Flexion PNF
Hip Joint Flexion PAILS & RAILS
Hip Joint Flexion Hovers
Hip Joint Flexion Passive Range Hold
Hip Joint Flexion Lift Offs
Knee Joint Range Conditioning
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Knee Flexion
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Knee Flexion PNF
Knee Flexion Hovers
Knee Flexion Lift Offs
Knee Flexion PAILS & RAILS
Knee Flexion Passive Range Hold
Knee Extension
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Knee Extension Passive Stretch
Knee Extension Hovers
Knee Extension PAILS & RAILS
Knee Extension Lift Offs
Knee Rotation
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Knee Rotation PAILS & RAILS
Knee Rotation Axials
Knee Rotation Passive Range Hold
Ankle & Foot Joint Range Conditioning
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Ankle & Foot Joint Dorsiflexion
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Ankle & Foot Joint Dorsiflexion Passive Stretches
Ankle & Foot Joint Dorsiflexion PNF
Ankle & Foot Joint Dorsiflexion PAILS & RAILS
Ankle & Foot Joint Dorsiflexion Passive Range Hold
Ankle & Foot Joint Dorsiflexion Lift Offs
Ankle & Foot Joint Eversion
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Ankle & Foot Joint Eversion PNF
Ankle & Foot Joint Eversion PAILS & RAILS
Ankle & Foot Joint Eversion Passive Range Hold
Ankle & Foot Joint Plantarflexion
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Ankle & Foot Joint Plantarflexion PNF
Ankle & Foot Joint Plantarflexion Lift Offs
Ankle & Foot Joint PlantarFlexion PAILS & RAILS
Ankle & Foot Joint Plantarflexion Passive Range Hold
Ankle & Foot Joint Inversion
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Ankle & Foot Joint Inversion PAILS & RAILS
Ankle & Foot Joint Inversion Passive Stretch
Ankle & Foot Inversion Passive Range Hold
Shoulder Range Conditioning
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Shoulder Extension
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Shoulder Extension PNF
Shoulder Extension PAILS & RAILS
Shoulder Extension Axials
Shoulder Extension Hovers
Shoulder Extension Passive Range Hold
Shoulder Extension Lift-Offs
Shoulder Internal Rotation
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Shoulder Internal Rotation PNF
Shoulder Internal Rotation PAILS & RAILS
Shoulder Internal Rotation Hovers
Shoulder Internal Rotation Passive Range Hold
Shoulder Internal Rotation Lift offs
Shoulder External Rotation
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Shoulder External Rotation Passive Stretch
Shoulder External Rotation PNF
Shoulder External Rotation PAILS & RAILS
Shoulder External Rotation Axials
Shoulder External Rotation Hovers
Shoulder External Rotation Passive Range Hold
Shoulder External Rotation Lift Offs
Shoulder Protraction
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Shoulder Protraction PNF
Shoulder Protraction PAILS & RAILS
Shoulder Retraction
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Shoulder Retraction PAILS & RAILS
Shoulder Retraction Passive Range Hold
Shoulder Elevation
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Shoulder Elevation PAILS & RAILS
Shoulder Depression
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Shoulder Depression PAILS & RAILS
Shoulder Flexion
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Shoulder Flexion PNF
Shoulder Flexion Axials
Shoulder Flexion Hovers
Shoulder Flexion Passive Range Hold
Shoulder Flexion Lift-Offs
Shoulder Flexion End Range Conditioning
Shoulder Flexion PAILS & RAILS
Shoulder Abduction
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Shoulder Abduction Axials
Shoulder Abduction Passive Range Hold
Shoulder Abduction Passive Stretch
Shoulder Abduction PNF
Shoulder Abduction Hovers
Shoulder Abduction Lift Offs
Shoulder Adduction
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Shoulder Adduction PAILS & RAILS
Shoulder Adduction
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Shoulder Adduction Passive Range Hold
Shoulder Adduction Lift Offs
Shoulder Adduction Hovers
Shoulder Adduction PNF
Asana
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Asana Theory
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Asana Philosophy & Purpose – Definition & Purpose of Asana
Embodiment & Grounding
Sthira Sukham Asanam / Right Effort
Mindful Asana Transitions
Asana Categories
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Pose Categories & Families Intro
Pose Categories Overview
Standing Poses
Core Strengthening
Twisting
Forward Bends
Backbends
Lateral / Side Bends & Asymmetrical Poses
Balancing
Arm Balancing
Inversions
Poses
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Standing Poses
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Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward Facing Dog)
Crescent Lunge
Goddess Pose
Parsvottanasana (Pyramid Pose)
Prasarita Padottanasana (Wide Legged Standing Forward Bend)
Tadasana (Mountain Pose)
Urdhva Hastasana (Upward Salute) & Standing Backbends
Utkatasana (Chair /Fierce / Powerful Pose)
Standing Forward Bends
Utthita Parsvakonasana (Extended Side Angle)
Utthita Trikonasana (Extended Triangle)
Virabhadrasana I (Warrior 1)
Virabhadrasana II (Warrior 2)
Core Strengthening Poses
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Marjaryasana (Cat Pose)
Plank & Chaturanga Dandasana (Four Limbed Staff Pose)
Purvottanasana (Upward Plank)
Urdhva Prasarita Padasana (Upward Stretched Legs)
Navasana (Boat Pose)
Twisting Poses
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Marichyasana III (Marichi’s Pose – Twist)
Jathara Parivartanasana (Revolved Abdomen Pose / Reclined Twist)
Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half Lord of the Fishes Pose)
Bharadvajasana (Sage Bharadvaja Twist)
Parivrtta Parsvakonasana (Revolved Side Angle Pose)
Parivrtta Trikonasana (Revolved Triangle Pose)
Forward Bends & Hip Stretching Poses
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Apanasana (Knees to Chest)
Baddha Konasana (Bound Angle Pose)
Dandasana (Staff or Stick Pose)
Eka Pada Rajakapotasana (One Legged King Pigeon)
Anjaneyasana (Low Lunge)
Hanumanasana (Monkey Pose / The Splits)
Marichyasana (Marichi’s Pose) I(Forward Bends)
Supta Padangusthasana (Reclined Hand to Toe)
Yoganidrasana (Yogic Sleep) & Ananda Balasana (Happy Baby)
Upavistha Konasana (Seated Angle Pose)
Agnistambhasana (Fire Log)
Gomukhasana (Cow Face Pose)
Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend)
Janu Sirsasana (Head to Knee)
Backbending Poses
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Bhujangasana & Salabhasana
Dhanurasana (Bow Pose)
Setu Bandhasana (Bridge Pose)
Supta Virasana (Reclined Hero)
Urdhva Dhanurasana (Upward Bow / Wheel)
Urdhva Dhanurasana Sequencing Considerations
Ustrasana (Camel Pose)
Urdhva Mukha Svanasana (Upward Facing Dog)
Matsyasana (Fish Pose)
Balancing Poses
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Vrksasana (Tree Pose)
Garudasana (Eagle Pose)
Virabhadrasana III (Warrior 3 Pose) & Urdhva Prasarita Eka Padasana (Standing Splits)
Ardha Chandrasana(Half Moon Pose)
Parivrtta Ardha Chandrasana (Revolved Half Moon Pose)
Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana (Extended Hand to Toe Pose)
Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana(Half Bound Lotus Standing Stretch)
Svarga Dvijasana(Bird of Paradise)
Natarajasana(Lord of the Dance / King Dancer Pose)
Anantasana(Side Reclining Leg Lift / Vishnu’s Pose)
Arm Balancing Poses
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Vasisthasana (Side Plank) & Camatkarasana (Wild Thing)
Lolasana (Pendant Pose), Tolasana (Scale Pose) & Kukkutasana (Cock / Rooster Pose)
Adho Mukha Vrksasana (Handstand / Upward Facing Tree Pose)
Bakasana (Crane Pose), Kakasana (Crow Pose), and Eka Pada Bakasana
Parsva Bakasana (Side Crow Pose), Dwi Pada Koundinyasana, Eka Pada Koundinyasana I & Parsva Bhuja Dandasana (Grasshopper / Dragonfly Pose)
Eka Pada Galavasana (Flying Pigeon)
Bhujapidasana (Arm Pressure Pose) & Tittibhasana (Firefly Pose)
Astavakrasana (Eight Angle Pose) & Eka Hasta Bhujasana (Leg Over Shoulder Pose)
Eka Pada Koundinyasana II (Flying Splits)
Visvamitrasana (Flying Warrior)
Pincha Mayurasana (Peacock Feather Pose), Dolphin Pose & Vrschikasana (Scorpion Pose)
Inversion Poses
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Halasana (Plow Pose)
Salamba Sarvangasana (Supported Shoulderstand)
Salamba Sirsasana (Supported Headstand)
Surya Namaskar & Vinyasa Yoga
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Surya Namaskar & Vinyasa Yoga – Overview & History
Surya Namaskar & Vinyasa Yoga Inspiration & Devotion
Surya Namaskar & Vinyasa Yoga Cautions & Alignment
Surya Namaskar Asana & Sequences
Surya Namaskar Pose & Sequence Variations
Chandra Namaskar (Moon Salutations)
Strengthening Practices
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Core Strengthening Practices
More Strengthening & Stabilizing Practices
Restorative Yoga Foundation
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Restorative Yoga Part 1
Restorative Yoga Part 2
Yin Yoga
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Yin Yoga Poses & Sequences
Yin Yoga Overview
About the Polarities of Yin & Yang
Stretches
Meditation
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Meditation Foundations
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Meditation & Mindfulness Introduction
Meditation Effects, Benefits & Talking Points
Meditation Teaching Tips & Considerations
Meditation Challenges & Issues
Going Deeper into Yoga Meditation with Gregor Maehle
Meditation Techniques
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Metta Meditation / Loving-Kindness Prayer
Meditation Seats
Moving Meditation
Guided Visualizations
Breath Observation & More
Mindfulness Meditation
Meditation Practices: Body Scan
Tonglen, Walking Meditation, Eye Gazing & More Meditation Practices
Yoga Nidra
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Yoga Nidra Introduction
Teaching Yoga Nidra Practice
Breath & Pranayama
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Breathing Foundations
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Breath Teaching Cautions
Healthy & Restricted Breathing
Natural Effortless Breathing
Basic Breath Training
Yogic Breathing
Pranayama Teaching Foundations
Pranayama Techniques
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Ujjayi Pranayama
Nadi Shodhana Pranayama
Pranayama Techniques: Ujjayi
Kapalabhati & Bhastrika
Kundalini Breath of Fire
Pranayama Techniques:Agni Sara Dhauti
Pranayama Techniques: Agni Sara Dhauti
Pranayama Techniques: Brahmari / Bee Breath
More Heating Pranayama Techniques
More Cooling Pranayama Techniques
Kapalabhati & Bhastrika
Pranayama Techniques: Ujjayi
Nadi Shodhana Pranayama
Bandha, Mudra, and Dristhi
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Bandhas
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Bandhas Introduction
Jalandara Bandha
Uddiyana Bandha
Mula Bandha
Mudras
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Mudras: Introduction
About Hand Mudras
Hand Mudras Introduction
Anjali / Atmanjali Mudra
Dristhi
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Drishti Introduction
Drishti: Going Deeper
Ashtanga Drishtis by Pose
Subtle Body
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Subtle Body Foundations
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Koshas / Panchamayakosha Model: Introduction & Overview
Chakras Introduction
Energy & Subtle Body Anatomy
Pranayama Philosophy
Prana Vayus
Chakras
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Chakras Introduction
Chakras – Summary & Highlights
Muladhara / Root Chakra
Svadhisthana / Sacral Chakra
Manipura / Solar Plexus Chakra
Anahata / Heart Chakra
Vishuddha / Throat Chakra
Ajna / Third Eye Chakra
Sahasrara / Crown Chakra
Chanting, Mantra, and Music
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Yoga of Sound
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Yoga of Sound Introduction
Seed Sounds – Bija & Chakra Bija Mantras
Mantras
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Mantras & Chanting Introduction
Aum / Om
Bija & Chakra Bija Mantras
Mantras & Chanting: Practice Guidelines
Expert Recommended Mantras
Ashtanga Chants
Gayatri Mantra
Surya Namaskar & Chandra Namaskar Associated Mantras & Chakras
Classic Mantras
Strength and Conditioning
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Strength & Conditioning Introduction
Volume, Overload, Specificity, and Progression
Periodization: Structuring Training Over Time
Integrating Ashtanga Practice with Strength and Conditioning
Adaptation
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Adaptation in General
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How Yoga Supports Health & Physiology
Adaptation / Customization Principles
Key Underlying Health Issues & Core Principles of Healing
Wrist Pain & Issues
Safety
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Injuries & Conditions in Yoga
About Sensation & Pain
About Contraindications & Alternatives
Referring Students Out for Diagnosis or Individual Assessment
Student Types
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Beginners
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Teaching Beginners Intro & Overview
What Students Want & Need
Student Autonomy & Safety
Beginners: Sequencing
Choosing Pose Versions to Teach
Beginners Intro & Overview
Clarity of Teachings
What Students Want & Need
More Student Types
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Mixed Level Classes
Intermediate / Advanced Students
Teaching Seniors
Pregnancy
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Yoga Practices for Pregnancy / Prenatal Students
Pregnancy & Prenatal Yoga Cautions & Safety Suggestions
About Pregnancy & Prenatal Yoga
Pregnancy & Yoga: Adaptations by Trimester, Cautions & Safety Suggestions
Pain
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Working with Pain in Yoga
About Chronic Pain
Yoga for Chronic Pain
Back & Spinal Issues
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Back & Spinal Conditions Introduction
Back & Spinal Conditions Introduction
Upper Back, Neck & Shoulder Issues
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Issues of the Neck, Shoulders or Upper Back – Introduction
Yoga for Neck, Shoulder & Upper Back Care Teaching Considerations / General Approach
Yoga for Neck, Shoulder & Upper Back Care Teaching Considerations / General Approach
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Yoga for Neck, Shoulder & Upper Back Care
Neck, Shoulders or Upper Back Pain – Issues & Causes
Neck, Shoulders or Upper Back Issues & Causes
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About Low Back Pain
About Low Back Pain
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Urdhva Dhanurasana Sequencing Considerations
Ustrasana (Camel Pose)
Urdhva Mukha Svanasana (Upward Facing Dog)
Matsyasana (Fish Pose)
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Ardha Chandrasana(Half Moon Pose)
Parivrtta Ardha Chandrasana (Revolved Half Moon Pose)
Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana (Extended Hand to Toe Pose)
Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana(Half Bound Lotus Standing Stretch)
Svarga Dvijasana(Bird of Paradise)
Natarajasana(Lord of the Dance / King Dancer Pose)
Anantasana(Side Reclining Leg Lift / Vishnu’s Pose)
Arm Balancing Poses
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Lolasana (Pendant Pose), Tolasana (Scale Pose) & Kukkutasana (Cock / Rooster Pose)
Adho Mukha Vrksasana (Handstand / Upward Facing Tree Pose)
Bakasana (Crane Pose), Kakasana (Crow Pose), and Eka Pada Bakasana
Parsva Bakasana (Side Crow Pose), Dwi Pada Koundinyasana, Eka Pada Koundinyasana I & Parsva Bhuja Dandasana (Grasshopper / Dragonfly Pose)
Eka Pada Galavasana (Flying Pigeon)
Bhujapidasana (Arm Pressure Pose) & Tittibhasana (Firefly Pose)
Astavakrasana (Eight Angle Pose) & Eka Hasta Bhujasana (Leg Over Shoulder Pose)
Eka Pada Koundinyasana II (Flying Splits)
Visvamitrasana (Flying Warrior)
Pincha Mayurasana (Peacock Feather Pose), Dolphin Pose & Vrschikasana (Scorpion Pose)
Inversion Poses
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Halasana (Plow Pose)
Salamba Sarvangasana (Supported Shoulderstand)
Salamba Sirsasana (Supported Headstand)
Surya Namaskar & Vinyasa Yoga
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Surya Namaskar & Vinyasa Yoga – Overview & History
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Chandra Namaskar (Moon Salutations)
Strengthening Practices
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Core Strengthening Practices
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Restorative Yoga Foundation
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Restorative Yoga Part 1
Restorative Yoga Part 2
Yin Yoga
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Yin Yoga Poses & Sequences
Yin Yoga Overview
About the Polarities of Yin & Yang
Stretches
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Meditation Foundations
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Meditation & Mindfulness Introduction
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Going Deeper into Yoga Meditation with Gregor Maehle
Meditation Techniques
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Metta Meditation / Loving-Kindness Prayer
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Yoga Nidra Introduction
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Breathing Foundations
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Ujjayi Pranayama
Nadi Shodhana Pranayama
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Kapalabhati & Bhastrika
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Pranayama Techniques: Agni Sara Dhauti
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More Cooling Pranayama Techniques
Kapalabhati & Bhastrika
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Nadi Shodhana Pranayama
Bandha, Mudra, and Dristhi
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Bandhas
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Bandhas Introduction
Jalandara Bandha
Uddiyana Bandha
Mula Bandha
Mudras
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Mudras: Introduction
About Hand Mudras
Hand Mudras Introduction
Anjali / Atmanjali Mudra
Dristhi
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Drishti Introduction
Drishti: Going Deeper
Ashtanga Drishtis by Pose
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Subtle Body Foundations
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Koshas / Panchamayakosha Model: Introduction & Overview
Chakras Introduction
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Pranayama Philosophy
Prana Vayus
Chakras
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Chakras Introduction
Chakras – Summary & Highlights
Muladhara / Root Chakra
Svadhisthana / Sacral Chakra
Manipura / Solar Plexus Chakra
Anahata / Heart Chakra
Vishuddha / Throat Chakra
Ajna / Third Eye Chakra
Sahasrara / Crown Chakra
Chanting, Mantra, and Music
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Yoga of Sound
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Yoga of Sound Introduction
Seed Sounds – Bija & Chakra Bija Mantras
Mantras
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Mantras & Chanting Introduction
Aum / Om
Bija & Chakra Bija Mantras
Mantras & Chanting: Practice Guidelines
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Ashtanga Chants
Gayatri Mantra
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Classic Mantras
Strength and Conditioning
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Strength & Conditioning Introduction
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Integrating Ashtanga Practice with Strength and Conditioning
Adaptation
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Adaptation in General
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How Yoga Supports Health & Physiology
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Wrist Pain & Issues
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Injuries & Conditions in Yoga
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Beginners
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Beginners Intro & Overview
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Pregnancy
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Yoga Practices for Pregnancy / Prenatal Students
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About Pregnancy & Prenatal Yoga
Pregnancy & Yoga: Adaptations by Trimester, Cautions & Safety Suggestions
Pain
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Working with Pain in Yoga
About Chronic Pain
Yoga for Chronic Pain
Back & Spinal Issues
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Back & Spinal Conditions Introduction
Back & Spinal Conditions Introduction
Upper Back, Neck & Shoulder Issues
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Issues of the Neck, Shoulders or Upper Back – Introduction
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Yoga for Neck, Shoulder & Upper Back Care Teaching Considerations / General Approach
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Yoga for Neck, Shoulder & Upper Back Care
Neck, Shoulders or Upper Back Pain – Issues & Causes
Neck, Shoulders or Upper Back Issues & Causes
Yoga & OPLL (Ossification of the Posterior Longitudinal Ligament)
Low Back Pain
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About Low Back Pain
About Low Back Pain
Yoga for Low Back Pain
Issues of the Spine
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Spinal Degeneration — Disc Issues, Spinal Stenosis, Bone Spurs & Related Medical Terminology
Yoga & Scoliosis
Yoga, Spondylolysis & Spondylolisthesis
Hip Issues
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Hip Issues Introduction
Sacroiliac / SI Joints Anatomy, Pain & Issues
Sciatica & Piriformis Syndrome
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Hip Issues & Teaching Considerations
Mental Health
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Mental Health Introduction
Yoga & Mental Health
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Yoga & Depression: Introduction
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The DSM & Diagnosable Mental Health Disorders
Sleep Issues & Yoga
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Grief & Yoga
Trauma & PTSD
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Trauma Introduction How Trauma Affects Physiology & More
Healing Trauma & PTSD
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Trauma-Informed Yoga Teaching Going Deeper
Healing Trauma & PTSD: More Trauma Therapies
Inflammation & Arthritis
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Inflammation & Rheumatism
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Arthritis & Yoga
Yoga & Arthritis of the Knees
Arthritis of the Wrists & Hands
Arthritis of the Spine, Hips, Shoulders
Neurological Conditions
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Multiple Sclerosis (MS) & Yoga
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Research on the Impact of Yoga
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Using Research
Yoga Research: Brain Structure & Function
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Yoga Research: Immunity & General Health
Pain, Inflammation & Specific Conditions
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Systems Thinking
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Introduction to Systems Theory
Ashtanga Yoga as a System
More Inspiration
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Inspirational Yoga Stories
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Introductory Themes
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Wise Practice Introduction
Transitions (as a theme)
Present Moment Awareness
Inner Attention
Yoga & Balance
Yoga & Balance
Emotions & Feelings
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Emotions & Feelings Introduction
List of Feelings, Words for Naming Emotions
The Anatomy, Physiology & Biochemistry of Emotions
Negative Emotions, Emotional Suppression & Triggering
Emotional Well-Being / Emotional Intelligence, Feeling Feelings, Emotions & Yoga, Intuitive Knowing
More Themes
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Causes of Suffering
Surrender / Allowing / Accepting / Changing Perspective / Letting Go / Creating Space
Personal Power, Taking Your Power Back, The Power to Choose, Facing Challenge, Questioning Victim Consciousness
Courage, Vulnerability, Perfectionism, Fear of Failure, Willingness to Fail, Taking Risks
Seasons & Natural Rhythms
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Wheel of the Year
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Wheel of the Year Intro
Imbolc / Candlemas / St. Brigid’s Day
Vernal Equinox
Beltane
Summer Solstice
Lammas / Lughnasadh
Autumnal Equinox / Fall Equinox
Samhain
Winter Solstice
Seasonal Yoga Themes
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Honoring Natural Rhythms
Seasonal Yoga Introduction
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Summer
Autumn
Winter
Moons & Eclipses
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Tuning in to the Rhythms of Nature
New Moon
First Quarter Moon
Full Moon
Third Quarter Moon
Balsamic / Dark Moon
Eclipses
Seasonal Dosha Balancing
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Seasonal Dosha Balancing
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Kapha Balancing Practices
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Subconscious & Shadow Work
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Hero’s Journey
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Why Thoughts & Beliefs are So Powerful & How They Create & LIMIT Our Reality
Allegory of the Cave
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What is Consciousness?
The Nature of Reality & The Science of Oneness Part 1 – Introduction & Terminology
The Nature of Reality & The Science of Oneness Part 2 – Overcoming an Outdated Worldview
The Nature of Reality & The Science of Oneness Part 3 – The Science
Consciousness Expansion, Raising Your Vibration, Ascension
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