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5: Bernie Clark on Yin Yoga, Fascia, and Your Spine
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In this episode, Matt interviews Bernie Clark, author of Your Body Your Yoga and other books, discussing his journey into yoga, his influential works on yin yoga, and his deep dive into human anatomy and variations. They address the scientific and experiential aspects of Yin Yoga, the importance of stress and rest on tissues, and the dynamic nature of pain and recovery. They also touch on the evolution of yoga therapy and the nuances of teaching yoga with a focus on individual variations. The episode includes insights into how anatomical differences impact yoga practice and refutes common misconceptions with a critical and informed approach.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Your Body Your Yoga by Bernie Clark
- Bone Photos from the Paul and Suzee Grilley Website
- That infamous Callaghan and McGill study about flexion/extension on dead pig spines
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:11 Bernie Clark's Journey into Yoga
02:34 Discovering Yin Yoga and Human Variation
03:47 The Importance of Anatomy in Yoga
14:07 Challenges and Evolution in Yoga Teaching
23:54 Yoga Therapy and Scientific Validation
32:53 Understanding Muscle Tension: Hypertonic vs. Hypotonic
33:11 The Role of the Immune System in Muscle Stiffness
33:51 Hormonal Influences on Fascia and Injury Risks
34:22 Tension vs. Compression: Limits of Flexibility
35:02 Personal Experiences with Compression and Injury
36:35 The Reality of Physical Limitations in Yoga
37:47 Debunking Myths: Yoga and Bone Structure
38:57 The Debate on Fascia and Yin Yoga
40:35 Targeting vs. Isolating Fascia in Yoga
42:00 The Science Behind Long-Held Yoga Poses
51:04 Stress and Recovery: The Key to Tissue Health
57:25 The Controversial Credit Card Analogy
01:04:56 Final Thoughts and Current Endeavors
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