From 15 Years of Pain to None in 5 Months – Why Angie, a CIAYT Yoga Therapist from Another Program, Signed Up for Certification | #391
In this episode, I’m joined by CIYT graduate Angie Howden Duke for a deep dive into what it truly takes to get out of persistent, long-term pain.
Becoming a Movement Detective 7 of 7: The Myth of the Magic Bullet: When One-Target Thinking Falls Short and A Detective’s Approach to Pain and Pattern | #380
In this final episode of the Movement Detective series, I explore why persistent pain and complex movement challenges often don’t fit the traditional “magic bullet” model of finding one cause and one solution. Instead, I share why developing the skills of observation, curiosity, and pattern recognition can help us better understand what our bodies are […]
What Hills Reveal About Your Movement (and why you can do hills and not hurt your knees, back…etc.) | #372
In this episode, I explore how hills—whether climbing up or going down—reveal a lot more about your movement patterns than they do about your strength. I share why so many people assume hills are a “strength problem,” and how that assumption often misses what’s really going on underneath. From my work with clients post-surgery, dealing […]
It’s Not A Muscle Problem – Understanding Compensation Patterns | #369
In this episode, I break down a recent article on compensation patterns and share where I agree, and where I see a gap. While the article frames compensation as a muscle issue, I explain why I view it instead as a coordination pattern shaped by habits, strategies, and how the body distributes load. I walk […]
When More Range of Motion Doesn’t Solve Pain | #363
In this episode, I explore a common belief in the movement and fitness world—the idea that more flexibility or range of motion will solve pain. I explain why increasing range isn’t always the answer and why pain is often more related to movement patterns than tight muscles. When we focus only on stretching or pushing […]
The In-Between: The Misunderstood Space Between Pain Relief and Real Strength | #350
In this episode, we explore the in-between: the often misunderstood stage between pain relief and real, sustainable strength. This is the phase where people frequently get stuck, either pushing too hard too soon or relying on temporary fixes that never fully resolve the underlying issue. You’ll learn why this space is essential, why it can […]
The Power of Hip Flexor Strengthening | #349
In this episode of From Pain to Possibility, I dive into why hip flexors often feel tight even when they aren’t actually short. Many people rely on stretching for relief, but tightness is often a sign that the hip flexors are overworking to compensate for other muscles that aren’t supporting the pelvis, spine, and legs […]
Anatomically Impossible? Why I Teach a Square Pelvis in Warrior 1 | #339
In this episode of From Pain to Possibility, I dive into one of yoga’s most debated cues: is squaring the pelvis in Warrior 1 anatomically impossible? I share why I don’t see it that way, and how the real focus should be on intent, coordination, and clarity of movement. When we shift the lens away […]
Mastering Movement and Mindfulness | #271
Discover how mastering such movements improves results—both physically and mentally.
Yoga Nidra To Settle An Overworked Brain | #270
I hope you’re ready because we’ve got a special episode today featuring a Yoga Nidra practice designed for those times when you’re really deep in thought. Maybe you’re using logical power to try to solve a problem or perhaps in the thick of a creative project—either way, you’re in a tired or wired state. Despite […]