Yogaland Podcast

Andrea Ferretti

This down-to-earth podcast by Andrea Ferretti (former executive editor of Yoga Journal) will keep informed and inspired to practice yoga. Topics run the gamut from nitty gritty technique (her yoga teacher husband Jason Crandell often joins to help with this) to down-to-earth conversations about how to apply yoga's lessons and tools to help craft a happy, balanced life. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. What Science Actually Says About Getting More Flexible — No Cherry Picking

    HACE 4 DÍAS

    What Science Actually Says About Getting More Flexible — No Cherry Picking

    As yogis, we’re certainly aware of the many benefits of stretching — but are you aware of what the research actually says about how to stretch effectively? Or how to evaluate that research honestly?   On this week’s Yogaland, I’m sharing meta-analyses and systematic reviews to give you a clear, accurate, and intellectually honest picture of what actually increases flexibility.   In this episode, you’ll learn:   Why dynamic and passive stretching work through completely different mechanisms — and why you need both.   What the research consistently shows about stretch intensity — and why moderate intensity outperforms both light and maximal stretching for tissue adaptation.  The sweet spot for hold duration — and why total weekly volume matters more than any single session variable. The most important and most under-appreciated variable in flexibility training. I'd love to know what you think of episodes like these, so please leave a comment. It also helps others find our work. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    28 min
  2. Yoga(ish): Moon Joy, the Overview Effect, and Why Astronauts Sound Like Meditators

    15 ABR

    Yoga(ish): Moon Joy, the Overview Effect, and Why Astronauts Sound Like Meditators

    What happens when two yoga teachers fall down a NASA rabbit hole and can't stop thinking about non-duality, The Overview Effect, and Grandmother Moon? This episode of Yoga-ish — our more personal, less technique-focused podcast — is exactly that kind of conversation. Yoga-ish is where Jason and Andrea talk about their actual lives: what they're reading, watching, thinking about, and how all of it connects (loosely) to yoga, mindfulness, and the work of being a human. We covered so much this week, including: - Artemis II & The Overview Effect — and why astronauts returning from space sound a lot like meditators coming out of deep practice - Christina Koch's transmission from the far side of the moon and what "moon joy" actually means - Our review of Project Hail Mary + what we're reading - Neurodivergent kids, intrinsic motivation, and letting go of the sticker chart - 10 years of Yogaland — and what's coming next For more of Andrea's essays and access to free guided meditations, subscribe to her Substack: yogaland.substack.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min
  3. Why Community Matters for Yoga Teachers

    13 ABR

    Why Community Matters for Yoga Teachers

    If you've ever felt lonely as a yoga teacher — you're not alone. And that's exactly what this week's podcast is about.   Teaching yoga is one of the most isolating jobs most people never see coming. You're surrounded by students, immersed in a tradition built on connection, and somehow you still end up feeling like you're doing it alone. In this video I'm naming that honestly — and talking about what we can actually do about it.   Jason talks about: Why teaching yoga is more isolating than it looks from the outsideThe structural reasons yoga teachers feel like ships in the nightThe real cost of isolation — burnout, imposter syndrome, and self-doubtWhy community with fellow teachers is irreplaceableHow connecting to your lineage and tradition sustains youWhat I built to solve this problem — and how you can do the same Become part of Jason's community of yoga teachers: ✅ Get your 300hr & 500hr Teacher Training Certificate with Jason: https://learn.jasonyoga.com/300 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    16 min
  4. The Four Factors That Actually Control Your Flexiblity

    13 ABR

    The Four Factors That Actually Control Your Flexiblity

    You've been told to stretch more. You've tried the releases, the routines, the one weird trick. And you're still not as flexible as you want to be. Here's why: flexibility isn't one thing — it's four. And until you understand all of them, you're only ever solving part of the problem. Chapters 00:00 — Why flexibility is misunderstood 00:33 — The 4 Factors that contribute to flexibility 01:47 — Factor 1: Structural factors — your fixed container 06:01— Factor 2: Tissue quality — muscle, fascia, tendons and ligaments 14:07 — Factor 3: Neural factors — how your nervous system governs range 21:24— Factor 4: Lifestyle, age, and training context 27:06 — The flexibility matrix — putting it all together 28:13 — What this means for your practice and your teaching WHAT YOU'LL LEARN -Why two people can do the same practice for years and have completely different ranges of motion -The difference between flexibility and mobility — and why it matters for how you train -How your joint architecture sets a ceiling that no amount of stretching can change -Why muscle and fascia respond to training differently — and what each one actually needs -The role your nervous system plays in governing range of motion in real time -Why stress, anxiety, and feeling unsafe in a class literally make you less flexible -How strength training improves flexibility — and why the yoga community gets this wrong -What happens outside the studio that is working for or against your flexibility every single day WHO THIS IS FOR -Yoga teachers who want a deeper, more honest understanding of how flexibility works -Serious practitioners who have plateaued and want to know why -Anyone who has ever been told they're "just not a flexible person" -Movement educators who want science-backed frameworks they can actually teach ABOUT THIS SERIES This video is part of a deeper curriculum I teach inside my yoga teacher training. If you want the full version of this content — including sequencing protocols, progressive loading strategies, and how to design classes that actually produce lasting change — get more information here: jasonyoga.com/300 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min
  5. Why Flexibility & Mobility Matter

    25 MAR

    Why Flexibility & Mobility Matter

    The yoga world has done important work questioning its obsession with extreme range of motion — and rightly so. But the pendulum has swung too far. Flexibility and mobility aren't relics of an outdated paradigm. They're essential physical qualities with real implications for how well you move, how long you stay independent, and how good you feel in your body. In this podcast, Jason makes the case for why flexibility and mobility still matter — not as performance goals, not as aesthetic pursuits, but as foundational components of a healthy, functional body. We cover: -Why flexibility and mobility are longevity qualities, not just fitness qualities - How restricted range of motion leads to fibrosis, compensation patterns, and decreased independence over time. -Why flexibility actually contributes to strength — and why the idea that they're opposites is a false premise. -The length-tension relationship and what it means for how muscles generate force. -Why a body with usable, controlled range of motion is more resilient and less injury-prone. -Why feeling good in your body — moving freely, moving fully — is a legitimate and important goal This isn't a rejection of everything the yoga community has learned about the importance of strength and stability. It's a reclamation of the full picture: a healthy body is strong, stable, mobile, and free. These qualities complement each other. Intelligent practice develops all of them. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    19 min
  6. Why Yoga Philosophy Matters

    17 MAR

    Why Yoga Philosophy Matters

    Yoga philosophy gives context to the physical practices many of us experience first — postures, breathwork, and meditation. It connects modern yoga to its historical roots and helps us understand the deeper purpose of the tradition. In this conversation, I explore several reasons yoga philosophy still matters today. It provides a framework for values, offers existential perspective, and strengthens the mind in the same way that asana strengthens the body. Philosophy also helps protect yoga from becoming overly performative or purely consumer-driven, reminding us that yoga is ultimately about self-understanding and transformation. Whether you’re a yoga teacher, longtime practitioner, or simply curious about yoga beyond the poses, philosophy can add depth, clarity, and meaning to your practice. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    19 min
  7. 5 Sequencing Myths That Keep Yoga Teachers Stuck

    10 MAR

    5 Sequencing Myths That Keep Yoga Teachers Stuck

    Most yoga teachers are taught that sequencing should be creative, complex, and always different. But these common beliefs often making teaching harder -- and keep both teachers and students stuck. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min
  8. Why Strength Matters

    3 MAR

    Why Strength Matters

    This is our second in a series of solocasts (you might remember that Andrea did one recently, Why Mindfulness is Still Important).   In this week's episode, I explain why strength matters for yoga practitioners and teachers — not as a performance goal, but as a foundational quality that supports stability, protects joints, improves proprioception, and ultimately helps us practice for a lifetime. 💡 In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why strength protects joints and connective tissue • How strength improves stability and supports mobility • Why flexibility without strength can become a liability • How resistance training enhances proprioception and body awareness • Why yoga practitioners especially benefit from developing strength • How strength supports longevity in yoga practice As yoga practitioners, we’re already very good at creating flexibility and range of motion. But strength gives us the ability to control that range. It creates tone, stability, and resilience. If you’re a yoga teacher, this perspective may completely change how you think about programming, sequencing, and long-term student development. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    11 min
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This down-to-earth podcast by Andrea Ferretti (former executive editor of Yoga Journal) will keep informed and inspired to practice yoga. Topics run the gamut from nitty gritty technique (her yoga teacher husband Jason Crandell often joins to help with this) to down-to-earth conversations about how to apply yoga's lessons and tools to help craft a happy, balanced life. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creador
    Andrea Ferretti
  • Años de actividad
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodios
    440
  • Clasificación
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  • Copyright
    © Andrea Ferretti
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    Yogaland Podcast

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