Let's Talk Yoga

Often yoga teachers are stuck or confused about how to maintain a healthy balance between the roles of being a yoga teacher and that of a student. To be honest, the struggle is real. Arundhati has had countless conversations with yoga teachers over the years and its a problem that keeps coming up.  To address this conversation, we have Prasad Rangnekar back on the show. Prasad and Arundhati go in-...

This is a conversation that you shouldn’t miss. Vikram Jeet Singh is back again. This time we dive deep into some essential concepts in Yoga that we should know as yoga teachers and students.  We break down  the common ones like Abhyasa Vairajya and delve deeper into some lesser known concepts like ksama.  There is sadhana, sraddha, raga, dvesa and more . This conversation will definately be somet...

In this episode, Arundhati shares 3 simple, easy, and effective ways in which you can enhance your yoga classes today. Whether you're a new yoga teacher looking to grow or an experienced one looking for fresh ways to enhance your asana classes.  This is a snippet from Arundhati's recent workshop hosted for yoga teachers where she explored 10 different ways of enhancing asana classes to p...

In this episode, Arundhati dives deep into unpacking the living principle of ahimsa in yoga.  Many yoga teachers understand the principles of ahimsa. But can’t translate it into tangible steps for people who show up in their yoga classes wanting to learn poses.  In this episode, you’ll learn about what ahimsa really means even beyond yoga.  The Sanskrit breakdown of ahimsa.  What it means in yoga....

FREE WORKSHOP ALERT - On May 16th, Arundhati is offering a free workshop for yoga teachers. It's called "10 ways to enhance your yoga class today". Details in the links below. In our new bite-sized monthly newsletter, we have a segment where you can drop questions for Arundhati to answer. In today's episode, she answers two listener questions.  1. Is complimenting students a go...

What do you think of when we talk about the spine in yoga?  Probably anatomy, the spine in Asana, posture, age of the spine, backbends and more. But mostly we end up staying in the physical , western view of the spine in yoga.  But according to yogis, the spine is so much more than just the physical spine. There is the Sukshma (subtle ) spine that is expansive, and part of the subtle body. Having...

On the Let’s talk yoga podcast today, Indu Arora is back. This time demystifying chakras. Adding context and clarity about them in a way that’s refreshing and easy to relate to.  Indu eloquently explains what is a chakra? Provides clear detail as to why it’s a part of yoga.  What we have misunderstood about chakras in modern yoga?  Do we “work” on our chakras? How do we know if they’re weak?  Does...

In this episode, we dive deep into the "link" between Yoga and Ayurveda. We've heard them be called 'sister sciences' before. But do you really understand how these two connect? More importantly, how can you leverage Ayurveda as a yoga teacher or practitioner to benefit you? Our guest Nidhi Bhansali Pandya is a lifelong Ayurveda practitioner, teacher  and writer. She helps...

In this episode, Arundhati walks you through the different stages or biological milestones in a woman's life. And how yoga should be changing and evolving as you or your students change.  Modern vinyasa yoga doesn't make space for such conversations. Especially for women who have ever-changing bodies and hormonal health. There is a lot of yogic wisdom on how to get optimal health if you&...

A short solo episode with Arundhati on how to help your students identify with an Asana approach that helps them build a steady , life long connection with practice.  This episode is inspired by countless years of observing, understanding and having conversations with students about why students grow in Asana and other aspects of yoga and why some quit.  This simple 2 step approach is something al...

What is cultural appropriation of yoga? Is it about saying namaste in class, Ganesha tattoos and wearing bindis ? Or is it more?  I had done an episode about this at the very start of the podcast but was disappointed as the yoga world seems stuck at just the superficial work. It doesn’t help that appropriation is now another trendy thing that you can buy in the yoga world. As many teachers build t...

On the show today, we explore the mind as viewed in yoga with long-term yoga & meditation teacher, Pavel Dimitrev. Some of the episode highlights are... What is the mind according to yoga? Where in the mind is morality? Managing the mind through yoga for beginners Why is our mind so troubled? Pranayama and the mind What is the purpose of a thought? Where do thoughts come from? What we resist p...

In this short solo episode,  Arundhati does a deep dive into Shavasana, she tells you the story of Shavasana.  As well as why you roll the right side instead of the left and much more.  What to do if someone always falls asleep and more.  She gives you a life update and all the changes happening and how she's adapting to her new normal for the next few months.  Prana & Presence: An Immers...

It's no secret that many start yoga nowadays at a yoga studio and adopt a physical practice of yoga. Doing "yoga" has come to mean doing "yoga poses". Many yoga teachers struggle to understand how to link the greater context of yoga through asana or the physical practice of yoga.  In this solo episode, Arundhati Baitmangalkar walks you through 5 easy, effective and effortl...

In this episode of Let's Talk Yoga, Vikram Jeet Singh is back in conversation with Arundhati about all things advanced yoga.  What qualifies as advanced yoga? What are the characteristics of "being advanced" in yoga and more? The confusion around this topic is real.  We have an open conversation in the hope that more yoga teachers gain clarity about the subjectivity of advanced yoga...

The 8 limbs of yoga are mentioned often in the modern yoga world. Especially if you've studied in yoga teacher training. But often, you're probably exploring only the very surface of this. The contextualization is missing. In this episode, our (repeat) guest Prasad Rangnekar dives deep into not only giving us a clear context of the 8 limbs in the grand scheme of yoga. But he clarifies ho...

In this episode, Arundhati leads you through a full pranayama masterclass. You'll get to practice pranayama & learn about a few techniques via this episode. Arundhati also shares all details about her upcoming Pranayama Teacher Training. This is our last call here on the podcast as the training starts November 4th, 2022. Details below. Additional Pranayama episodes are also linked below....

As we get closer to our annual Pranayama teacher training, here's another pranayama packed episode for you.  Arundhati dives deep into the most commonly asked question, how much pranayama does one really need?   Do you use a time-based metric for this?  Or are there other things to consider? Find out by tuning into this episode.  Remember the annual pranayama yoga teacher training starts Nov...

Do you like many others believe that pranayama begins when you sign up for a pranayama class or pay attention to your inhalations and exhalations?  What if I told you this is wrong? Pranayama actually starts at a very specific point in our practice. Tune in to find out the answer from Arundhati on this episode.  Remember Pranayama Yoga Teacher training starts November 4th, 2022. You can sign up ri...

It's that time of the year again, Arundhati's annual 30-hour Pranayama Teacher Training &Immersive studies are now open for enrollment. We're doing a special deep dive into all things pranayama this month. Starting this week, we kickstart a deep conversation about when to recognize if you're ready to start pranayama studies. And more importantly, how to spot if you're...

In this episode, we explore the art of instructing yoga. It's something yoga teachers do every single time we enter a class. Yet, many yoga teachers struggle with getting comfortable, or skillful at instructing. Because we have to take what we have as experience in our bodies and being. Make it coherent for someone else. While this sounds straightforward, it's not. Arundhati interviews C...

To celebrate our 100th episode, we’ve invited 5 of our most popular guests back on the show. We asked them all the same question, “ What is advanced yoga? ” Tune in and find out what Vikram Jeet Singh, Indu Arora, Savira Gupta, Kaya Mindlin & Alexandria Crow say about advanced yoga.  A big thank you to everyone who supports this podcast. Please support free yoga education resources like these...

In today's episode, Arundhati addresses 3 important aspects of being a yoga teacher... What you should know before teaching yoga?  What's the bare minimum yoga teachers need to learn to actually teach yoga?  What should you teach as a yoga teacher to your students?  You no longer need to self-navigate and be confused about how and what to study. At the end of this episode, you'll ha...

For centuries yoga practice has taken into account the impact of the Vagas nerve in our wellbeing. While modern science is catching up. In today's episode, Arundhati interviews Mel Singh about all things Vagas nerve & Yoga. The Vagus nerve is gaining a lot of momentum in the yoga community. But we dig deep into how this nerve has already been accounted for in many yogic practices for cent...

Hands-on adjustments -a topic requested by YOU. Is this a skill to have as a yoga teacher or unnecessary in 2022? Most yoga teachers think they need to be on one side or the other. But the truth is, it's not that easy.  You need to explore this conversation from many angles. This is what we do in this episode of the Let’s Talk Yoga podcast with Arundhati Baitmangalkar Did you know there are 3...