738 episodes
Redefining Movement LYT®
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- Health & Fitness
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4.9 • 282 Ratings
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Redefining Movement is a LYT podcast hosted by Lara Heimann, creator of the LYT Method of movement. Lara investigates all aspects of movement from her background as a Physical Therapist and neurodevelopmental treatment specialist.
Blending scientific insights with a soulful perspective, Lara and her guests transform our understanding of how our bodies and minds interact. Whether she is dissecting neural pathways or untangling the emotional threads woven into our physical experience, Lara empowers us to rewrite the narratives we hold about our bodies and capabilities.
Her mission is clear: to guide us all towards liberation through intelligent movement patterns and a compassionate outlook for ourselves and others, so together we can live our most uplifted lives, benefitting all beings.
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Wednesday Q&A: Self-Care Treatments, Benefits of Exercise, & How Neuroplasticity Helps Us Feel Smarter
Welcome to Wednesday Q&A, where you ask questions and we answer them!
In this Wednesday Q&A, we answer your questions about self-care treatment preferences, benefits of getting involved in fitness, why neuroplasticity makes us feel smarter.
Your questions:
* What self-care treatments do you do, for example, facial, massage, acupuncture, etc.?
* Will you explain the benefits of hiring a personal trainer or joining a fitness class or yoga class, like LYT?
* Can you briefly explain why neuroplasticity impacts our ability to feel smarter?
To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: lytyoga.com/blog/category/podcasts/
Do you have a question?
DM Lara on Instagram: @lara.heimann
DM Kristin on Instagram: @kbwilliams99
Email us at support@lytyoga.com
Sponsors:
Visit herbalfacefood.com and use code Lara20 for 20% off!
Check out and sign up for LYT Daily and The LYT Studio, including our 1-week FREE trial of each here with this exclusive 20% off coupon code (LYTPOD24):
https://lytyoga.uscreen.io/
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Wednesday Q&A: Fear of Injury with Movement, Trigger Fingers, & Why Posture Matters
Welcome to Wednesday Q&A, where you ask questions and we answer them!
In this Wednesday Q&A, we answer your questions about how to keep moving when you have a fear of injury, trigger fingers, and how movement impacts our posture and body mechanics.
Your questions:
* I have a fear of injury or exacerbating existing injuries, and this prevents me from trying out new exercises, and sometimes honestly stops me from exercising at all what is the best way to get over this fear?
* Could you speak about stenosis tenosynovitis? It happens when you flex a finger and you can't extend or straighten it anymore.
* How does movement impact our posture and overall body mechanics?
To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: lytyoga.com/blog/category/podcasts/
Do you have a question?
DM Lara on Instagram: @lara.heimann
DM Kristin on Instagram: @kbwilliams99
Email us at support@lytyoga.com
Sponsors:
Visit almondcow.co/shop and use code LARA for a discount off your purchase!
Learn more about the Greece LYT Longevity Retreat October 2024: https://www.lytyogatraining.com/greeceretreat
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Wednesday Q&A: How Much to Move, Fine-Tuning Your Core Engagement, & Stem Cell or PRP Therapies
Welcome to Wednesday Q&A, where you ask questions and we answer them!
In this Wednesday Q&A, we answer your questions about how to know how much to move, strategies to help people fine-tune their core engagement, and thoughts on PRP and/or stem cell therapy.
Your questions:
* Can you discuss the importance of listening to your body and finding the balance between pushing yourself and practicing self-care in movement?
* I have a lady when doing abdominals that “puffs” her belly up when she lifts up. Creating (to me) a lot of intra-abdominal pressure. I give all the cues (engage the diamond, draw lower ribs down). But nothing seems to help. What can you suggest, as I’m assuming she is putting a lot of pressure down into her pelvic floor as well.
* I'm curious of your thoughts on stem cell and/or PRP therapy.
To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: lytyoga.com/blog/category/podcasts/
Do you have a question?
DM Lara on Instagram: @lara.heimann
DM Kristin on Instagram: @kbwilliams99
Email us at support@lytyoga.com
Sponsors:
Check out and sign up for LYT Daily and The LYT Studio, including our 1-week FREE trial of each here:
https://lytyoga.uscreen.io/
Learn more and sign up for the LYT Yoga teacher trainings here:
https://www.lytyogatraining.com/
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Deep Dive: Layers of LYT - PT Concepts
Join Lara & Kristin this month for a deep dive into how physical therapy is woven into the LYT blueprint.
In this episode, you’ll learn about:
* about the importance of physical therapy in addressing physical impairments and pain.
* that physical therapy goes beyond just treating symptoms, but aims to restore function, improve mobility, and enhance overall quality of life.
* the significance of neurodevelopmental patterns, particularly how they shape our cognitive, motor, emotional, and social abilities from conception to adulthood.
* the significance of motor development in brain and nervous system maturation, using the example of a baby's progression from crawling to walking.
* the concept of neurodevelopmental training, which views the body as an integrated whole and aims to restore or improve brain function, particularly in cases of brain trauma.
* the importance of postural control and balance, highlighting how these aspects impact overall well-being, mobility, and even breathing and stress management.
* the concept of neural plasticity, which refers to the brain's ability to change and adapt.
* the benefits of applying orthopedic physical therapy principles to a more holistic and fun approach, such as using the body's natural movements and focusing on posture and core strength.
There’s a lot to cover, so let’s dive in!
To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: lytyoga.com/blog/category/podcasts/
Do you have a question?
DM Lara on Instagram: @lara.heimann
DM Kristin on Instagram: @kbwilliams99
Email us at support@lytyoga.com
Sponsors:
Visit herbalfacefood.com and use code Lara20 for 20% off!
Check out and sign up for LYT Daily and The LYT Studio, including our 1-week FREE trial of each here with this exclusive 20% off coupon code (LYTPOD24):
https://lytyoga.uscreen.io/
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Wednesday Q&A: Staying Independent with Age, LYT for Circulation, & Advice for TBI’s
Welcome to Wednesday Q&A, where you ask questions and we answer them!
In this Wednesday Q&A, we answer your questions about tips to stay independent as we age, LYT for circulation, and advice for those with a traumatic brain injury.
Your questions:
* What are the top 3 tips for helping us stay independent with age?
* Is LYT helpful for circulation?
* Do you have any advice for individuals with TBI (traumatic brain injury)?
To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: lytyoga.com/blog/category/podcasts/
Do you have a question?
DM Lara on Instagram: @lara.heimann
DM Kristin on Instagram: @kbwilliams99
Email us at support@lytyoga.com
Sponsors:
Check out and sign up for LYT Daily and The LYT Studio, including our 1-week FREE trial of each here with this exclusive 20% off coupon code (LYTPOD24):
https://lytyoga.uscreen.io/
Learn more and sign up for the LYT Yoga teacher trainings here:
https://www.lytyogatraining.com/
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Wednesday Q&A: Morning Stretches, Toe Stress Fractures, & Fitting in Exercise
Welcome to Wednesday Q&A, where you ask questions and we answer them!
In this Wednesday Q&A, we answer your questions about remedies morning low back pain and stiffness, advice on a stress fracture in a toe, and advice on balancing exercise amongst everything else in life.
Your questions:
* Do you have a favorite stretch or exercise to alleviate low back pain and stiffness in the morning?
* I recently developed a stress fracture in my 4th metatarsal. I healed quickly, but was quite surprised when it happened, as I thought my feet were relatively strong. I've had my LYT practice for years, and I run, hike, strength train, and do lots of plyometric work. I suspect rucking on the treadmill in my minimalist shoes contributed to the fracture. What are your thoughts on footwear for these activities?
* Can you give me advice on how to balance exercise with all the other activities and responsibilities in life?
To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: lytyoga.com/blog/category/podcasts/
Do you have a question?
DM Lara on Instagram: @lara.heimann
DM Kristin on Instagram: @kbwilliams99
Email us at support@lytyoga.com
Sponsors:
* Visit almondcow.co/shop and use code LARA for a discount off your purchase!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Customer Reviews
Excellent resource
So inspiring to geek out over fitness topics with Lara. Love it!
The best!!
So informative & motivating!
Informative on so many levels
As a practicing non-traditional physical therapist myself, it’s always refreshing to come across great content from other colleagues in my field, who go above and beyond traditional PT. Lara is one of those colleagues who operates at that higher level.
Redefining Yoga provides whole body content and resources from experts that can really help fitness enthusiasts out there get to their next level in overall health or people just starting out on their journey as well!