Yoga for Balance Podcast

In this episode of the Yoga for Balance podcast, Heather speaks with Actress and yoga teacher Anna Heffington on becoming a yoga teacher during the pandemic and how her journey led her to teaching virtual yoga classes. Plus, her top tips to meditate.

In this episode of the Yoga for Balance podcast, Heather Gjerde speaks to Kellie Livingstone on topics ranging from yoga for anxiety to duality, breath work, her approach to the practice and much more. Kellie also discusses the use of Instagram Reels.    

In this Yoga for Balance podcast episode, Heather Gjerde speaks with Positively Zen Jen.

What is stand up paddleboard yoga? And what is it like to run business in different locations where you split your time? Find out in the latest episode of the Yoga for Balance podcast with Dana Mitchell of SunChaser SUP (linked below or found wherever...

In this episode of the Yoga for Balance Podcast, Yoga Teacher Heather Gjerde speaks to follow teacher and climber Brian Glasspool.

In this episode of the Yoga for Balance podcast, Heather speaks to Brian Glasspool of Grotto Climbing. About Brian Glasspool Brian has been practicing yoga for 4 years. His main teaching style is Vinyasa. He loves how yoga has become more than a search for...

In this episode of the Yoga for Balance podcast, Heather Gjerde speaks to Luke Wientzen of Our Breath Collective. They discuss breath work (Pranayama), Anusara Yoga, Zen, Transcendental Meditation and more.

Take a break to contemplate existence in this episode of the Yoga for Balance Podcast, featuring Luke Wientzen of Our Breath Collective. About Luke Wientzen Luke has been studying the complexity, paradox and mystery of this human existence through the lenses of yoga, breath and...

In this episode of the Yoga for Balance podcast Heather Gjerde speaks to holistic healer Zarah Martin.

In this episode of the Yoga for Balance podcast Heather speaks to Zarah Martin about treating the entire person through holistic healing modalities. About Zarah Martin Zarah Martin has been studying and utilizing skills in Holistic Healing Therapies for over 12 years. Reflexology was her...

In this episode of the Yoga for Balance Podcast Heather Gjerde speaks with former engineer turned yoga teacher Ishmael Sonico. He shares his journey to health through the help of yoga and wellness.

In the first Yoga for Balance Podcast episode of 2020, Heather speaks to former engineer turned yoga teacher Ishmael Sonico.  About Ishmael Sonico Ishmael’s path as a Yogi began more than 10 years ago when neighbors introduced him to the peaceful practice. In November 2009,...

Heather speaks to another Durga's Tiger Rider, Naveed Heydari of Denver, Colorado. He shares his experience of Kaiut Yoga, Tantra, Plant Medicine, how to ground and connect in nature - and more!

Heather speaks to another Durga’s Tiger Rider, Naveed Heydari of Denver, Colorado. He shares his experience of Kaiut Yoga, Tantra, Plant Medicine, how to ground and connect in nature – and more! About Naveed Heydari Written by a Friend: Naveed is an artist of his...

In this episode of the Yoga for Balance Podcast Heather speaks to Victoria Zimmer on the topics of yoga for female empowerment, chakra balancing, Tantra Yoga and more.

In this episode of the Yoga for Balance Podcast Heather speaks to Victoria Zimmer on the topics of yoga for female empowerment, chakra balancing, Tantra Yoga and more. About Victoria Victoria Zimmer is a women empowerment specialist, self-love enthusiast, philanthropist, and holistic personal trainer whose...

In this episode of the Yoga for Balance podcast, Heather Gjerde speaks to Juan Valtierra of My Hidden Potential on his process of awakening.

What is the process of awakening like? In this episode of the Yoga for Balance podcast, Heather speaks to Juan Valtierra of My Hidden Potential. Juan opens up about his personal experience of awakening. Learn what it’s like and what he recommends if you’re going...

In this episode of the Yoga for Balance podcast, Beth Connelly shares her spin on sound healing.

What is sound healing and how can it compliment your yoga practice? Heather dives into the magic of sound healing with her fellow Durga’s Tiger Rider, Beth Connelly. Heather and Beth met while completing their Tantra Yoga teacher training at Durga’s Tiger School for Tantra...

Olivia of The OM Experience joins Heather on the show to discuss her approach to helping others heal themselves. She's an international yoga teacher, intuitive healer, Reiki practitioner, spiritual psychologist & retreat facilitator based out of San Diego

Olivia Hughes of The Om Experience joins Heather on the show to discuss her approach to helping others heal themselves. About Olivia Olivia Hughes is an international yoga and aerial teacher, intuitive healer, spiritual psychologist, reiki practitioner and retreat facilitator based out of San Diego,...

In this episode of the Yoga for Balance podcast, Heather Gjerde speaks to Hannah Block of Union Yoga in San Diego, CA. Hannah shares how yoga supported her through trauma and her eating disorder. Learn how she's helping others through her new studio.

In this episode of the Yoga for Balance podcast, Heather Gjerde speaks to Hannah Block of Union Yoga in San Diego, CA. Hannah shares how yoga supported her through trauma and her eating disorder. Learn what she’s doing now to support and help others on...

In this episode, Heather speaks with Vinyasa yoga studio owner Melissa St. James of Bird Rock Yoga in San Diego, CA. She describes her path from a curious runner to a 500+ hour teacher that specializes in Vinyasa, Hatha, Yoga Nidra, Yin Yoga and Reiki.

In this episode, Heather speaks with Vinyasa yoga studio owner Melissa St. James of Bird Rock Yoga in San Diego, CA. She describes her path from a curious runner to a yoga studio owner and 500+ hour teacher that specializes in Vinyasa, Hatha, Yoga Nidra,...

In this episode Heather speaks to Sheel Seidler (aka Jai Guru Sheel) about Kundalini yoga, sobriety and the path to recovery, motherhood, teaching yoga on a stage and more. Sheel shares two Kundalini practices you can try at home!

In this episode of the Yoga for Balance podcast, Heather speaks to Sheel Seidler (aka Jai Guru Sheel) of Kundalini with Sheel. Sheel shares her path to Kundalini Yoga, how Kundalini supported her through addiction recovery and still does today, about motherhood, what it’s like...

In this Yoga for Balance podcast episode, the host Heather Gjerde speaks with Katya Lovejoy regarding yoga nidra, hypnotherapy, shamanism, cacao ceremony and more.

In this week’s episode of the Yoga for Balance podcast, Heather speaks with clinical hynotherapist, yoga nidra teacher and sacred ceremony guide Katya Lovejoy of Higher Self Therapies. Katya offers a powerful and integrative approach to help others expand into their highest self. She teaches...

In this episode Heather speaks with nutrition consultant and wellness coach Lia Chiccehitto of Lia Nicole Nutrition. Lia shares her holistic approach to health, which includes a whole-food, plant-based diet, moving often and managing stress.

In this episode of the Yoga for Balance podcast, Heather speaks with nutrition consultant and wellness coach Lia Chiccehitto of Lia Nicole Nutrition. Lia shares her holistic approach to health, which includes a whole-food, plant-based diet, moving often and managing stress so her clients can...

In this episode of the Yoga for Balance podcast, the host Heather Gjerde (RYT 500) speaks briefly about styles of yoga as an introduction. Heather will speak to individuals within the styles mentioned in future episodes.

In this episode of the Yoga for Balance podcast, Heather speaks briefly about styles of yoga as an introduction. She will speak to individuals within the styles mentioned in future episodes. Listen to this week’s Yoga for Balance Podcast Episode

Encinitas based meditation guide and Reiki master teacher Mariah Slingerland of Healing Mariah is back on the show to discuss energy healing. Dive into what energy healing is and how you might experience it as a practitioner or healer.

What is energy healing and how might it help you? In this week’s episode of the Yoga for Balance podcast, Heather once again speaks with Encinitas-based meditation teacher and Reiki master healer Mariah Slingerland of Healing Mariah. She dives deep into what energy healing is...

In this episode, Vintantra founder Heather speaks about the basis of yoga and shares her perspective. Get back to basics in this intro deep dive into yoga.

In this week’s Yoga for Balance podcast episode, Heather takes a step back to share her perspective on the basis of yoga and how you might relate to it. There are many schools of thought and this is Heather’s point-of-view based on her personal practice...

Heather speaks with San Diego based yoga instructor Zoë Freedman of Flow with Zo. Get inspired by her tips to feel the fear and courageously move forward, how to take inspired action, what your yoga business partnership might look like, retreats and more!

Heather speaks with San Diego based yoga instructor Zoë Freedman, of Flow with Zo, in the latest episode of the Yoga for Balance podcast. Tune in for Zoe’s tips to feel fear and courageously move forward, where to find inspiration and how to follow-up with...

Heather speaks with Iris Disse, the founder of Durga's Tiger School where she completed her 300-hour yoga teacher training program. Iris shares how Tantra practices helped to save her marriage, what led her to open her school & more.

In this Yoga for Balance podcast episode, Heather speaks with Iris Disse, the founder of Durga’s Tiger School where she completed her 300-hour yoga teacher training program. Iris shares how Tantra practices helped to save her marriage. Learn how she went from being an actress...

San Diego based yin yang yoga and meditation teacher Rex Villena opens up in this week's podcast about his transformation from yoga student to teacher, how his teaching and practice continues to transformation, yin yang yoga, what it's really like to be engaged to a fellow yoga teacher, how yoga helped him and his partner transcend challenging times and how they are now dedicated to serving those affected by alcoholism and eating disorders.

San Diego based yin yang yoga and meditation teacher Rex Villena opens up in this week’s podcast about his transformation from yoga student to teacher, how his teaching and practice continues to transformation, yin yang yoga, what it’s really like to be engaged to a...

Tables are turned in the fifth episode of the Yoga for Balance podcast. Heather is interviewed by her Juan-and-only fiancé, Juan Lozano. Get to know the voice behind the mic as Heather shares insight to her journey to becoming a 500 hour yoga teacher and yoga...

Heather Gjerde speaks with Mariah Slingerland of Healing Mariah. From anti-depressants to being highly meditated, learn how this Encinitas-based meditation teacher and Reiki healer turned her life around with the help of daily practices. She shares stories from her time in India and tips for anyone considering a trip. Mariah also shares how you can start a meditation practice today.

In the fourth episode of the Yoga for Balance podcast, Heather Gjerde speaks with Mariah Slingerland of Healing Mariah. From anti-depressants to being highly meditated, learn how this Encinitas-based meditation teacher and Reiki healer turned her life around with the help of daily practices. She...

Heather speaks to Zen Girl Mandy Burstein. Learn how Mandy has moved from a heavily physical yoga practice to a more mindful, balanced approach. She empowers women by gathering them together in new moon goddess circles and invites yogis from all over the world to join her in transformative international yoga retreats. You will be motivated by her beautiful words and inspiring perspective.

In the second episode of the Yoga for Balance podcast, Heather speaks with Jenna Zabrosky of Yoga with Jenna. Learn how Jenna went from a springboard diver to a hand standing, meditating yoga teacher that now teaches yoga throughout San Diego and the world in her international yoga retreats.