Teaching yoga for over a decade has shown me that injury prevention is one of the most overlooked but essential parts of our practice. Yoga injuries don’t usually happen in a dramatic fall or twist, they build up quietly over time when we’re not paying attention. That’s why in this episode, I’m sharing 10 straightforward, practical tips to help you avoid injuries and keep your yoga sustainable for years to come. These insights come from my experience teaching thousands of students and running a yoga studio for over ten years.

Episode Highlights:

• Moving regularly and not relying on yoga alone for all your movement needs
• Prioritizing yoga fundamentals over chasing advanced poses
• Avoiding repetitive movement patterns and fast-paced sequences
• Limiting hands-on adjustments and always asking for consent
• Matching class structure and pacing to students’ needs
• Using props intentionally to support and educate
• Encouraging strength-building, especially for hypermobile practitioners
• Being mindful of how hormonal changes (like perimenopause) affect the body
• Understanding why hot yoga may not be suitable for everyone
• Exploring different styles of yoga to balance your practice over time

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Props often get misunderstood in the yoga world. They’re seen as crutches, shortcuts, or something only beginners need. But in this episode, I’m joined by Iyengar yoga teacher Stephanie Tencer to go deeper into the purpose and power of props. We explore how props aren’t just tools for accessibility but can become key to revealing alignment, building body awareness, and transforming your practice from the inside out.

Whether you’re new to props or have been using them for years, Stephanie breaks down their value in a way that’s accessible, honest, and deeply rooted in experience. We talk about body proportions, sequencing strategies, and how to deconstruct poses to build them back up with intention. This conversation is especially useful for teachers who want to bring more nuance and creativity into their classes while meeting students exactly where they are.

This episode is a masterclass in intelligent, adaptable teaching. If you’ve ever felt unsure about how or when to use props, or want to take your sequencing and observation skills to the next level, this one’s for you.

Episode Highlights:

• Understanding why props aren’t just for beginners or modifications, but for deepening learning
• How props can highlight specific actions, create feedback, and reveal imbalances
• Why using props skillfully requires experience, creativity, and clarity in teaching
• The impact of body proportions on practice and how to observe them as a teacher
• Strategies for deconstructing a pose to teach its parts before moving into the full shape
• Clarifying the roles of different props: straps, blocks, bolsters, blankets, chairs, and walls
• Common misconceptions around chair yoga and how chairs can enhance complex poses
• Creative ways to use the wall as a prop, especially to support balance, alignment, and resistance
• The importance of teachers practicing with props themselves to offer better instruction
• Teaching the same pose with and without props to develop insight and precision
• The difference between how you practice and how you teach, and why both can evolve

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To celebrate the 11th International Day of Yoga, I wanted to reflect on how yoga extends far beyond the mat. In this episode, I share some of the most meaningful ways I’ve learned to live yoga in everyday life, through thoughts, actions, and awareness, not just physical poses. Over the years, I’ve come to believe that some of the most powerful yoga happens when no one is watching, and when we’re not even in a class. Whether you’re going through a joyful moment or a tough season, there’s always an opportunity to embody yoga through how you respond, relate, and move through the world. My hope is that this episode inspires you to carry yoga with you, wherever you are.

Episode Highlights:

• Honoring the spiritual and seasonal significance of International Yoga Day (June 21)
• Practicing Pratipaksha Bhavanam: transforming negative thoughts by cultivating their opposites
• Embracing Pratyahara: choosing intentional sensory withdrawal to reclaim your attention
• Living with steadiness and ease (Sthira Sukham Asanam) in daily life
• Balancing consistent effort and non-attachment through Abhyasa and Vairagya
• Releasing material and mental clutter with the principle of Aparigraha (non-hoarding)
• Turning inward with Swadhyaya: self-study for self-awareness and spiritual growth
• Welcoming more playfulness and spontaneity through Leela (divine play)
• Engaging in Seva: selfless service as a path to humility and interconnectedness
• Finding community and inspiration through Satsang
• Cultivating Maitri: loving-kindness toward self and others
• Surrendering to Ishvara: letting go and trusting in the divine

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