I can’t believe people would be weird about using a block in their yoga pract…
I can’t believe people would be weird about using a block in their yoga practice in 2025. They can’t be, right?
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Video: It Should Be a Spiritual Focus, Shouldn’t It Michael Joel Hall discuss…
Video: It Should Be a Spiritual Focus, Shouldn’t It Michael Joel Hall discusses the practice of Ashtanga Yoga as a vehicle for self-inquiry, awareness, and transformation. He emphasizes that it is more than just physical postures, involving breath, movement, and meditation to foster presence and stillness. Hall highlights the importance of ethical principles and turning…
It Should Be a Spiritual Focus, Shouldn’t It
Michael Joel Hall discusses the practice of Ashtanga Yoga as a vehicle for self-inquiry, awareness, and transformation. He emphasizes that it is more than just physical postures, involving breath, movement, and meditation to foster presence and stillness. Hall highlights the importance of ethical principles and turning practice into a way of living. The objective is to cultivate flexibility of the mind, recognizing deeper transformations that align practice with life.
00:00 Introduction to Ashtanga Yoga
00:15 Beyond Physical Postures
00:32 Ethical Principles and Living Practice
00:42 Spiritual and Physical Connection
00:56 Deeper Transformations
01:05 Applying Meditation in Life
Apr 15, 2025
Time Constraints are real. An efficacious practice at the 20 minute mark is worth keeping in your back pocket.
Enhance Yoga Engagement with CRM Strategies
Discover how a CRM can transform your yoga classes into a highly engaging environment. Learn the secrets of using student profiles to tailor your communication and build a supportive community with Michael Joel Hall. 🧘♀️ By effectively using student segmentation, you can personalize experiences, whether you’re sending breathing exercises or advanced workshops to the right audience. Find out how FluentCRM ensures timely and meaningful communication that strengthens student connections and retention. Implement these strategies for a thriving yoga practice and community today! #YogaEngagement #CRMforYoga #FluentCRM
Transform Your Yoga Practice with CRM Systems
Discover how CRM systems can revolutionize your yoga teaching business with Michael Joel Hall! Learn the power of CRM tools in managing student relationships, automating administrative tasks, and creating a thriving yoga practice.
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– The benefits of automating scheduling, invoicing, and financial management for yoga teachers who desire more freedom and efficiency.
– How to use CRM for designing and managing classes, workshops, and retreats smoothly.
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Complimentary Forms of Exercise for Ashtanga Yoga
In this video, Michael Joel Hall discusses the ongoing debate within the Ashtanga yoga community about incorporating complementary exercises, such as swimming, running, and strength training, into their routines. He addresses how these activities can enhance cardiovascular endurance, joint stability, and overall strength without detracting from the primary yoga practice. Michael emphasizes the importance of integrating these exercises mindfully to prevent repetitive strain injuries and maintain a sustainable yoga practice over a lifetime.
00:00 Introduction to Ashtanga Yoga
00:10 The Need for Cross Training
00:30 Benefits of Cross Training
01:04 Integration and Balance
01:18 Conclusion: Sustaining a Lifelong Practice
The Debate Around Practice Intensity
Michael Joel Hall discusses the paradox of Ashtanga Yoga, highlighting how it demands effort while requiring patience. The practice’s slow, methodical progression is designed to build physical ability, resilience, discipline, and self-awareness. Hall explains that progress in Ashtanga isn’t linear, focusing not just on mastering poses, but on readiness and overall emotional steadiness. He addresses the challenges of dealing with time delays in visible progress and emphasizes the importance of small, consistent efforts. Hall concludes that true advancement in Ashtanga is not about rushing forward but deepening presence in the moment.
00:00 Introduction to Ashtanga Yoga
00:21 The Non-Linear Path of Progress
00:43 The Psychological Challenges of Delayed Progress
01:16 Shifting Focus to the Present Moment
Apr 15, 2025
So much weird gatekeeping in the classical yoga world. Stupid.