All of Yoga
Yoga is so much more than the physical practice. This podcast explores all of yoga; what meditation is and the benefits, the roots, history and philosophy of yoga, how simple concepts can help us live a more peaceful life, and how to approach the physical aspect of yoga in a safe and beneficial way. If you’re brand new to yoga and wondering what it’s all about, or you’re an experienced yogi looking to learn more about all of yoga - this podcast is for you.
Episodes
55 episodes
56. Do the thing (even with fear!)
Fear doesn’t always mean stop. Sometimes fear appears because something matters.This meditation is for the moments when a part of you wants to move forwards… but a different part of you wants to stay safe.A conversation you need t...
53. Gratitude body scan
What happens when we stop criticising our body and spend a few moments appreciating it instead? In this guided gratitude body scan, we move attention through the body with curiosity and awareness, inviting you to notice some of the ...
52. How find perfect alignment in every yoga pose
In this episode, we explore the idea of perfect alignment through yoga philosophy, body awareness and modern understanding of movement.Inspired by conversations that regularly arise during our 200-hour yoga teacher training, this episode...
51. Dirgha pranayama: The what, why and how
In this episode of the All of Yoga podcast, we explore Dirgha Pranayama, often translated as “three-part breath” or “long breath”, through both traditional yoga teachings and modern breathing science.We’ll explore what Dirgha Pranayama i...
50. What to do today, to sleep better tonight
Sleep. We all know we need it, but how many of us get a solid eight hours each night?! But, you know, the thing that annoys me about that questions is that so many of the people I work with *know* they need eight ho...
49. A night time Yoga Nidra for a fabulous tomorrow
Get snuggled up in bed, and pop this night time Yoga Nidra on 💤You can expect to be guided through a calming consolidation of today, before relaxing deeply into a body scan, connecting with the breath, and hopefully drifting off to dream...
48. Explore your energy: A prana meditation
In yoga, prana is your vital life force. It’s not something you can see or touch, but it’s certainly something you can learn to feel, understand, and work with.This meditation is a gentle introduction to prana, combined with a practical ...
47. Slow breathing and the science of the relaxation response
In this episode, we explore the science of slow breathing, a super simple and effective way to regulate your nervous system, including how your breath reflects your internal state, how it influences your brain and body, and how to use it to mov...
46. Doing more is not the answer - meditation
Doing more is not the answer!This episode is a guided meditation centred around brahmacharya - one of the yamas in yoga philosophy.Often translated as chastity, or celibacy, brahmacharya can also be understood as:📖 whe...
45. Yoga for immune support
When I first started teaching yoga (I won't say when 👀), I almost never got asked about the immune system. Fast forward to now, and the following question - or a variation of it - comes up almost weekly: "How can yoga ...
44. Future-you-self-care
When you think of self care, you might picture a bath, a walk, or a quiet moment with a cup of tea.And while those things can be helpful, there is another aspect to self care:Future you self care - Small, inte...
43. Your yoga tiramisu
We all know that moment in the afternoon when your energy dips, and you really struggle to focus.And often, our instinct is to push through - another coffee, another task, more effort.But what if what you actually need… is a pause...
42. Putting your order in
As trainees start to prepare for our yoga teacher training, I send over a few journal prompts, just to get cogs turning about the ups and downs of life, how and why things happen, and much more. One of these is about, wha...
41. Sleep beautifully from tonight - a bedtime nervous system reset
If your mind tends to stay busy at night, or your body feels wired when it should be winding down, this gentle bedtime practice will help guide you into sleep.In this episode, Holly guides you through a simple sequence of slow breathi...
40. Widening your window of tolerance
Why do some days feel easy… and others completely overwhelming?One day you can handle traffic, difficult conversations and unexpected problems without much trouble. But, the next day, the smallest inconvenience can tip you over th...
39. An afternoon Yoga Nidra pick-me-up
Do you ever get that afternoon slump? Your body is busy digesting lunch, your morning coffee has worn off, and you feel like you could just rest your head on your desk and zzzz....?This podcast episode is designed for you, at that...
38. Nadi shodhana: The what, why and how
Feeling frazzled, foggy, or overstimulated? This episode is your invitation to slow down, balance your nervous system, and discover one of yoga’s breath practices: Nadi Shodhana - also known as Alternate Nostril Breathing.This simple yet...
37. A Yoga Nidra for the five layers of you
This week’s episode is something a little different; it's a gorgeous Yoga Nidra practice, guiding you through the five layers of you.What to expect:A guided Yoga Nidra you can follow lying down or seated
36. An introduction to the five layers of you
If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or out of sync with yourself, understanding the five layer of yoga can give you a practical, transformative way to feel better; physically, mentally, and emotionally.I’ll be breaking dow...
35. The other 7 limbs of yoga
When most people think of yoga, they picture the physical postures; the asana. But there’s so much more to yoga…In this week’s All of Yoga podcast, we're exploring the Eight Limbs of Yoga - but with a twist! You're prob...
34. How stressed are you? (And what to do about it)
We often think of stress as big, dramatic moments, like panic, overwhelm, emotional breakdowns.But the truth is that stress is often subtle, sneaky, and chronic.In this episode, we explore:🧠 How stress affects yo...
33. The power of a consistent yoga practice
Whether you’re brand new to yoga, returning after a break, or looking to deepen your practice, this episode is for you; we're exploring the power of a consistent yoga practice.We’ll explore what consistency really means, wh...
32. How (and why) to activate your parasympathetic rebound
If you’ve ever felt stuck in “go, go, go” mode, wired but exhausted, this episode is for you - as we’re exploring a topic that could completely transform how you approach stress, recovery, and your daily energy levels: the parasym...
31. Why it’s so hard to relax (and how to make it easier)
Relaxation - it sounds so simple, yet it’s one of the biggest challenges of modern life. Why is it so hard to truly rest, even when we know we need it? In this episode, we explore the science behind why relaxation doesn’t...