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  • 093 | Packing Light

    093 | Packing Light

    Today’s podcast is titled “Packing Light,” which could be interpreted literally, as I am currently packing for a two week trip with my family. This could also be taken metaphorically, such as the heaviness of our thoughts and what is on our minds. In this instance, the metaphorical can help the literal interpretation. In today’s episode I’m going to be talking about the different ways that I pack light, and hope to inspire you to pick up one or two of them yourself!

     

    Think of the things that you can control in your own life. Being aware and practicing non attachment, generosity, and examining the ways in which you behave are all ways to control the ways you show up in your life.

     

    Can you challenge yourself to get a smaller bag and pack less? Make your list, and the big challenge here is to stick to the list you make!

     

    Resources:

    Today’s episode is sponsored my LYT Daily online yoga classes. This is an exclusive pass into my personal practice and program that I created from my experience as a physical therapist and 20 years developing my LYT yoga methodology. There is a different class with me everyday – including special monthly live streams – so you can feel your most LYT up – anytime and anywhere. Get a 3 day free trial today by going to movementbylara.com and clicking “daily classes.” Let’s get moving!

  • 092 | This S*** Builds Tenacity

    Today’s podcast is called #TSBT, which comes from an acronym that I created a few years ago while my family and I were doing our first coast to coast for compassion trip. In today’s episode, I’m sharing more about our coast to coast walks, plus I’m sharing just what #TSBT stands for, and why I find it so very important!

     

    • T: This
    • S: Shit
    • B: Builds
    • T: Tenacity

    Head over to my Instagram page to learn more about my #TSBT challenge, and to find out how you can get a free two week trial of my LYT daily classes!

     

    Resources:

    Today’s episode is sponsored my LYT Daily online yoga classes. This is an exclusive pass into my personal practice and program that I created from my experience as a physical therapist and 20 years developing my LYT yoga methodology. There is a different class with me everyday – including special monthly live streams – so you can feel your most LYT up – anytime and anywhere. Get a 3 day free trial today by going to movementbylara.com and clicking “daily classes.” Let’s get moving!

  • 091 | Showing Up

    091 | Showing Up

    Showing up is a constant thread for me, and lately the idea of truly showing up has come into play in a lot of ways in my life. Showing up is a movement, an action, and an intention that we shouldn’t take lightly. Today’s podcast episode is a calling for us all to show up in bigger ways.

     

    I am especially enthusiastic, and I say yes to a lot of things, but I’ve found that as that event came closer, I would be exhausted by the idea of carrying through with it. If you begin to develop a “hell yes” attitude, it will help you realize just what you do want to show up for, and what you’ll say yes to doing.

     

    How are you showing up in your life? Are you afraid of what people are thinking about you? Who are you showing up for? What are you showing up for? When are you going to show up?

     

    Resources:

    Today’s episode is sponsored my LYT Daily online yoga classes. This is an exclusive pass into my personal practice and program that I created from my experience as a physical therapist and 20 years developing my LYT yoga methodology. There is a different class with me everyday – including special monthly live streams – so you can feel your most LYT up – anytime and anywhere. Get a 3 day free trial today by going to movementbylara.com and clicking “daily classes.” Let’s get moving!

  • 090 | Moving Through A Bad Day

    090 | Moving Through A Bad Day

    Today’s solo episode is inspired by my own experience with having a not-so-great day. We’ve all had those days where we’ve woken up and everything just seems to be going wrong, and we’re feeling not our normal selves. Hopefully those days are few and far between! My intention in today’s episode is to share with you how to move through days like those, and shake those negative feelings.

     

    Things that help me recognize and move through my bad days:

     

    • Perspective
    • It’s okay to have bad days
    • Have tools to pull yourself out of it, like movement or coffee with a friend
    • Admit when you aren’t being your best self
    • Give yourself a break

     

    Resources:

    Today’s episode is sponsored my LYT Daily online yoga classes. This is an exclusive pass into my personal practice and program that I created from my experience as a physical therapist and 20 years developing my LYT yoga methodology. There is a different class with me everyday – including special monthly live streams – so you can feel your most LYT up – anytime and anywhere. Get a 3 day free trial today by going to movementbylara.com and clicking “daily classes.” Let’s get moving!

  • 089 | Pelvic Health | with Ashley Long D.P.T

    089 | Pelvic Health | with Ashley Long D.P.T

    On today’s podcast, I am welcoming my good friend Ashley Long. Ashley is a yoga instructor and physical therapist as well, and today we are talking all about pelvic health. Since doing her yoga teacher training with me seven years ago, Ashley has moved to Philadelphia where she practices as a pelvic health specialist. We are both hoping that this is one of many conversations to start a movement around pelvic health awareness for all!

     

    Why did you decide to do yoga teacher training?

     

    After spending time with you, and my interest in yoga, I knew I wanted to learn from you and expand my knowledge of both yoga and physical therapy.

     

    What people don’t often know is that there is a thoracic diaphragm and a pelvic diaphragm; within the pelvic diaphragm there are three layers of muscles. If the muscles are too tight, they can’t provide the necessary support.

     

    What are the biggest misconceptions about the pelvic anatomy and floor?

     

    A lot of people don’t realize that the pelvic floor does move, it’s not static. Kegels are also a misconception in their own right, as doing them isn’t always appropriate for what your body needs. Starting with your breath, and working on the coordination of your two diaphragm is what I recommend.

     

    If you are leaking fluids during exercise, or experiencing pain during sex, this is something you should absolutely speak to your doctor about.

     

    What are your thoughts on products / items used to strengthen the muscles in your vagina?

     

    I like people to tap into what it is they feel their body needs, with the help of their healthcare practitioner, because it is going to be different for each person. With anything, I recommend a mindful meditation, as there is normally a lot of fear surrounding this area of our body.

     

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  • 088 | Productivity, Eating Habits, and Owning a Business

    088 | Productivity, Eating Habits, and Owning a Business

    I get a lot of questions from listeners, yoga teachers, and followers I have on social media quite often, so I wanted to take today to answer a few of them. My hope is that in answering these on my podcast, will help someone else as well!

     

    How do you structure a day for optimal productivity, but downtime, too?

     

    I work for myself, and for those who work for themselves it can be difficult to disconnect. What I try and do is have segments of each day where I don’t have anything scheduled, usually in a 1 to 2 hour block, where I am as disconnected as possible.

     

    How do you handle a broken heart?

     

    Feel it. Hearts can be broken in so many different ways, but it’s important to remember that you are strong. There’s a lot of light that does come from a broken heart. Feel the darkness, but know that light is coming.

     

    As a vegan, what do you eat?

     

    I see food as a source of fuel, and I eat only when I’m hungry. There is so much that you can do, and I recommend keeping it simplified for yourself.

     

    How do you grow a yoga business in this market?

     

    You have to look at it from the lens that there truly is room for everyone. As a yoga teacher,  I would recommend preparing yourself because leaving a salaried career to start teaching is a big change. Have knowledge about the body! Stay educated, this only adds to your movement practice. From the studio owner perspective, there is a lot that goes into this as well, especially to the unseen eye. Try and hold the bar high!

     

    Resources:

    Today’s episode is sponsored my LYT Daily online yoga classes. This is an exclusive pass into my personal practice and program that I created from my experience as a physical therapist and 20 years developing my LYT yoga methodology. There is a different class with me everyday – including special monthly live streams – so you can feel your most LYT up – anytime and anywhere. Get a 3 day free trial today by going to movementbylara.com and clicking “daily classes.” Let’s get moving!

  • 087 | Yoga Talk | with Adell Bridges

    087 | Yoga Talk | with Adell Bridges

    Today I am sitting down with Adell Bridges, an amazing world traveling yoga teacher and health coach. It is Adell’s passion to share just how powerful and healing yoga can be for everyone! In our conversation today, Adell shares her journey into yoga and what it’s taught her, and how her teachings have led her to start her brand new yoga program. The two of us also dive into the importance of grasping life everyday because life is short, and what that looks like for us– plus much more!

     

    What got you into yoga?

     

    I actually started trying classes but I kept not enjoying them. I now know that I just wasn’t finding a teacher I liked. I finally found my niche after using Instagram to follow yogis that made yoga look cool, needing a movement practice, and being able to practice from the comfort of my home.

     

    How would you describe the way you practice and teach now?

     

    I do a lot of vinyasas, and I love the space for creativity and fluidity.

     

    What were the steps you took to help your lower back?

     

    When in backbends I started being able to pay more attention to my back, and I realized backbends were what caused the pain. While researching, I began to learn more about my spine and had realizations of what I was doing differently in my folding, and what I could change in order to avoid the pain.

     

    We also discuss the incredible platform that dell has co-created with another yogi, all for hypermobile yogis and how to safely practice movement. They have designed courses, a mailing list, and have an informative Instagram account so far, and are planning for even more to be added to the hypermobile yogi toolbox!

     

    How do you find new ways to do your transitions?

     

    This is something people ask a lot because I do have a method in which I design my transitions. I’m excited to be able to create a platform soon where I will offer this as a course structure to help others in their transitions.

     

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  • 086 | Life Lessons from My Teenage Daughter

    086 | Life Lessons from My Teenage Daughter

    In today’s solo episode with me, I’m sharing some beautiful advice that my teenage daughter offered me when I asked her what I should share on the podcast. My daughter’s response actually shocked me; she said that I should talk about limiting children’s access to electronic devices. Listen in as I share why I do feel that this is an important topic to dive into, and what I learned from this moment with my daughter.

     

    As parents, we are doing the best that we can– we need to continue to be mindful of what we are cultivating in our everyday lives, and in our children’s lives as well.

     

    Questions to ask yourself:

     

    • What are some ways that we are hiding behind a screen?
    • Where are we not engaging in life?
    • In what areas of our life are we not moving?

     

    My daughter took a 3 month trip last year to study in the Bahamas, and during her time away she had no access to social media. I believe that this time in her life served as a way for her to see how important true human connection is in life. So, as you go on with your day, try to remember to look up and look around more.

     

    Resources:

    Today’s episode is sponsored my LYT Daily online yoga classes. This is an exclusive pass into my personal practice and program that I created from my experience as a physical therapist and 20 years developing my LYT yoga methodology. There is a different class with me everyday – including special monthly live streams – so you can feel your most LYT up – anytime and anywhere. Get a 3 day free trial today by going to movementbylara.com and clicking “daily classes.” Let’s get moving!