Podcasts about constructive rest

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Welcome to Spiritually Fit Yoga! This episode includes a video which can be viewed on Spotify, demonstrating how to set yourself up for Constructive Rest Pose⁠. If you have never experienced 30 minutes of rest in this supported, reclined posture, I highly recommend it! It's like aaaahhhh-mazing! If you happen to be experiencing a lot of stress or have been told your sympathetic nervous system is dominant or you just feel emotionally reactive, staying in Constructive Rest for 10-30 minutes can be an effective and enjoyable way to train the body and mind to relax and create a default of being in equanimity, feeling calm and peaceful. Props: 2 blocks 1 bolster 3-5 blankets 1 strap Constructive Rest Pose or the Alexander Technique Active Rest can be practiced daily for 10-30 minutes. The variation demonstrated in this episode elevates the spine and head off the ground and supports the legs with a strap cinched around the upper thighs, just above the knees. As with any physical practice, modify this posture to suit your body and consult your doctor if you experience any pain. Constructive Rest Pose can offer these benefits: spinal alignment reduce excess muscular tension expand your breathing calm the nervous system relax the body and mind Enjoy! ✅ Follow ⁠⁠@spirituallyfityoga⁠⁠ in instagram for more inspo ✅ Visit ⁠⁠http://SpirituallyFitYoga.com⁠⁠ ✅ ⁠⁠Subscribe to my newsletter⁠⁠: https://tinyurl.com/sfityoganewsletter ✅ ⁠⁠Apply for my 200hr YTT Yoga Teacher Training⁠⁠: https://tinyurl.com/spirituallyfityogaytt Thanks for tuning in!

The best type of self-care is true, constructive rest. The kind of rest that settles your nervous system, supports long-term sleep, and allows you to destress. You may feel like you're resting when you're on the couch watching Netflix, but today's practice will actually give both your body and your mind a break. Rachel will guide you through the steps of a Yoga Nidra. Tune in to begin. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This talk was given live during a session at the third annual ATTGP online Alexander Technique Summit in October 2022, and is designed to be listened to while lying down in Constructive Rest. Heather is an Alexander Technique teacher in Philadelphia, PA. ATTGP (Alexander Technique Teachers of Greater Philadelphia) website: alextechgreaterphila.com. Heather's website: heathergardnerstudio.com. More information about Constructive Rest: AlexanderTechnique.com/ConstructiveRest. More information about the Alexander Technique: AlexanderTechnique.com

(Zoom was acting up during the recording and there some audio glitches in Robert's side of the conversation.) Power Poses, developed by Amy Cuddy and others, are postures associated with being powerful that help you feel and behave more assertively. Cuddy's TED talk, which helped popularized Power Poses: tinyurl.com/2p8ck4a3 Robert Rickover and Imogen Ragone discuss how Alexander Technique Constructive Rest can be seen as a type of Power Pose, and how an understanding of how Power Poses work can make Constructive Rest more powerful. Imogen Ragone is an Alexander Technique teacher in Wilmington, Delaware. Imogen's website: ImogenRagone.com Robert Rickover is an Alexander Technique teacher in Omaha, Nebraska. Robert's website: AlexanderTechniqueNebraska.com Both Imogen and Robert teach primarily online. More information about Constructive Rest: AlexanderTechnique.com/ConstuctiveRest More information about the Alexander Technique: AlexanderTechnique.com How to easily and quickly enhance the effectiveness of Power Poses: youtu.be/zKeLRA5lEYoThe video version of this podcast can be found here:  https://youtu.be/8aKdmg9ZuAA

This talk was given live during a session at the third annual ATTGP online Alexander Technique Summit in October 2022, and is designed to be listened to while lying down in Constructive Rest. Anne is an Alexander Technique teacher in Mt Airy, Philadelphia, PA. ATTGP (Alexander Technique Teachers of Greater Philadelphia) website: alextechgreaterphila.com. Anne's website: alexandertechphiladelphia.com. More information about Constructive Rest: AlexanderTechnique.com/ConstructiveRest. More information about the Alexander Technique: AlexanderTechnique.com

This talk was given live during a session at the third annual ATTGP online Alexander Technique Summit in October 2022, and is designed to be listened to while lying down in Constructive Rest. Meade is an Alexander Technique teacher in Lawrenceville and Princeton, NJ. ATTGP (Alexander Technique Teachers of Greater Philadelphia) website: alextechgreaterphila.com. Meade's website: meadeandrews.net. More information about Constructive Rest: AlexanderTechnique.com/ConstructiveRest. More information about the Alexander Technique: AlexanderTechnique.com

This talk was given live during a session at the third annual ATTGP online Alexander Technique Summit in October 2022, and is designed to be listened to while lying down in Constructive Rest. Ariel is an Alexander Technique teacher in Philadelphia and Wallingford, PA. ATTGP (Alexander Technique Teachers of Greater Philadelphia) website: alextechgreaterphila.com. Ariel's website: atphila.com. More information about Constructive Rest: AlexanderTechnique.com/ConstructiveRest. More information about the Alexander Technique: AlexanderTechnique.com

This talk was given live during a session at the third annual ATTGP online Alexander Technique Summit in October 2022, and is designed to be listened to while lying down in Constructive Rest. Mary is an Alexander Technique teacher in Philadelphia and Montgomery County, PA. ATTGP (Alexander Technique Teachers of Greater Philadelphia) website: alextechgreaterphila.com. Mary's website: explorealexander.com. More information about Constructive Rest: AlexanderTechnique.com/ConstructiveRest. More information about the Alexander Technique: AlexanderTechnique.comNote: This audio is intended for informational purposes only. Not for commercial use. This audio cannot be reproduced in any form, in whole or in part, without the express permission of Mary McCann. Please do not listen while driving. © 2022 Mary McCann

This talk was given live during a session at the third annual ATTGP online Alexander Technique Summit in October 2022, and is designed to be listened to while lying down in Constructive Rest. Imogen is an Alexander Technique teacher in Wilmington, DE. ATTGP (Alexander Technique Teachers of Greater Philadelphia) website: alextechgreaterphila.com. Imogen's website: imogenragone.com. More information about Constructive Rest: AlexanderTechnique.com/ConstructiveRest. More information about the Alexander Technique: AlexanderTechnique.com

This talk was given live during a session at the second annual ATTGP online Alexander Technique Summit in October 2021, and is designed to be listened to while lying down in Constructive Rest. Jano is an Alexander Technique teacher in Wynnewood, PA, a suburb of Philadelphia. ATTGP (Alexander Technique Teachers of Greater Philadelphia) website: alextechgreaterphila.com Jano's website: alexandertechnique-teacher.com. More information about Constructive Rest: AlexanderTechnique.com/ConstructiveRest More information about the Alexander Technique: AlexanderTechnique.com

This talk was given live during a session at the second annual ATTGP online Alexander Technique Summit in October 2021, and is designed to be listened to while lying down in Constructive Rest. Mary is an Alexander Technique teacher in Philadelphia and Montgomery County, PA. ATTGP (Alexander Technique Teachers of Greater Philadelphia) website: alextechgreaterphila.com Mary's website: explorealexander.com. More information about Constructive Rest: AlexanderTechnique.com/ConstructiveRest More information about the Alexander Technique: AlexanderTechnique.comNote: This audio is intended for informational purposes only. Not for commercial use. This audio cannot be reproduced in any form, in whole or in part, without the express permission of Mary McCann. Please do not listen while driving. © 2021 Mary McCann

This talk was given live during a session at the second annual ATTGP online Alexander Technique Summit in October 2021, and is designed to be listened to while lying down in Constructive Rest. Anne is an Alexander Technique teacher in Philadelphia. ATTGP (Alexander Technique Teachers of Greater Philadelphia) website: alextechgreaterphila.com Anne's website: alexandertechphiladelphia.com. More information about Constructive Rest: AlexanderTechnique.com/ConstructiveRest More information about the Alexander Technique: AlexanderTechnique.com

This talk was given live during a session at the second annual ATTGP online Alexander Technique Summit in October 2021, and is designed to be listened to while lying down in Constructive Rest. Imogen is an Alexander Technique teacher in WIlmington, Delaware. ATTGP (Alexander Technique Teachers of Greater Philadelphia) website: alextechgreaterphila.com Imogen's website: imogenragone.com. More information about Constructive Rest: AlexanderTechnique.com/ConstructiveRest More information about the Alexander Technique: AlexanderTechnique.com

Constructive Rest Pose by Kathryn Kennedy

What I love about Kristin's story is that it once again reminds us that every birth is different and there is no way to TRULY plan ahead for it. Episode 02 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing the story of how Kristin became a mom and then having another baby! Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn more about working with Sarah! She offers virtual sessions for expecting and new parents. Expecting parents will have a framework for considering and building positive habits for not just the baby - but also yourself. New parents will learn how to move like a kid again, so you have more energy for what matters.In this episode of Poised & Powerful Podcast, my guest and I discuss the following:We chat through pregnancy, two different births, and the parenting experience.The differences between Kristin's first and second birth experiences.How the Alexander Technique helped her be able to have a birth experience that worked for her.Kristin opens up about her anxiety as a mom and how she gets support to help her navigate that right now.Kristin shared such an important reminder that sometimes we go into something we've done before, like giving birth again, with preconceived ideas based on our past experiences; but it's important to remember that no two births are the same - even for the same person!Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!  And don't forget to subscribe, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!CONNECT WITH KRISTIN CARLSON:WebsiteCONNECT WITH SARAH MAYHAN:FacebookInstagramWork with Sarah! LINKS MENTIONED:The Alexander Birth BookKristin and I talk about doing a “lie down” or constructive rest as something that helps us. Constructive Rest for PregnancyConstructive Rest Basics for Parents 

Use this guided mindfulness practice during constructive rest during Pregnancy.Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn more about working with Sarah! She offers virtual sessions for expecting and new parents. Expecting parents will have a framework for considering and building positive habits for not just the baby - but also yourself. New parents will learn how to move like a kid again, so you have more energy for what matters.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!  And don't forget to subscribe, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!CONNECT WITH SARAH MAYHAN:FacebookInstagramWork with Sarah! 

This talk was given live during a session at the ATTGP online Alexander Technique Summit in October 2020, and is designed to be listened to while lying down in Constructive Rest. Mary is an Alexander Technique teacher in Philadelphia and Montgomery County, PA. ATTGP (Alexander Technique Teachers of Greater Philadelphia) website: alextechgreaterphila.com Mary’s website: explorealexander.com. More information about Constructive Rest: AlexanderTechnique.com/ConstructiveRest More information about the Alexander Technique: AlexanderTechnique.comNote: This audio is intended for informational purposes only. Not for commercial use. This audio cannot be reproduced in any form, in whole or in part, without the express permission of Mary McCann. © 2020 Mary McCann

This talk was given live during a session at the ATTGP online Alexander Technique Summit in October 2020, and is designed to be listened to while lying down in Constructive Rest. Andrea is an Alexander Technique teacher in Swarthmore, PA. ATTGP (Alexander Technique Teachers of Greater Philadelphia) website: alextechgreaterphila.com Andrea’s website: empoweringdirections.com. More information about Constructive Rest: AlexanderTechnique.com/ConstructiveRest More information about the Alexander Technique: AlexanderTechnique.com

This talk was given live during a session at the ATTGP online Alexander Technique Summit in October 2020, and is designed to be listened to while lying down in Constructive Rest. Meade is an Alexander Technique teacher in Lawrenceville and Princeton, NJ. ATTGP (Alexander Technique Teachers of Greater Philadelphia) website: alextechgreaterphila.com Meade’s website: https://meadeandrews.net. More information about Constructive Rest: AlexanderTechnique.com/ConstructiveRest More information about the Alexander Technique: AlexanderTechnique.com

This is a 60-minute Power Flow. The focus of this class is the powerhouse of stability that is the core of the body - not just the superficial layer of tissue on the front of the belly, but the sheath that runs all the way around the torso and includes the front, the sides, the back, as well as the hip flexors and the quads. In this class, I offer you an exploration of core engagement in a dynamic breath-to-movement context with powerful standing poses and without excessive hip flexion. Sun Salutations A invite chest-opening and hip extension, while Sun Salutations B play with balance in the energetic shift that happens in the flow from one standing posture to the next. A forearm plank special takes us down onto the mat and targets the body’s center from every angle, with dynamic hip extension mid-set to continue to lengthen the front of the body. Things get slow and mellow as we roll onto the back and explore gentle twisting and hip work. We finish in Constructive Rest pose and easily descend into stillness and full-body presence. This class is the ultimate balance of effort and ease. Enjoy!

Chan discusses why it is of great value for us to be cognizant of how we expend and recharge our energy. She prompts us to get in touch with our actions and decide what is energetically in alignment and what needs to be moved around or eliminated from our schedule. In need of some support in making your life fricken awesome? Reach out at @chancastano or chan@chancastano.com and see how she can best support your journey.

Yoga practice with Caitlin Rose Kenney: This nourishing Yin practice will encourage you to release stale energy and renew every layer of your being. Caitlin Rose shares insights from Chinese Meridian Theory about how a Yin Yoga practice can support your organs and takes you on a restoring journey through poses that attend to both your liver and your kidneys. Suggested props: 2 blocks, a blanket unfolded across your mat and a bolster Moves & poses to know: Constructive Rest, Supine Twist, Sphinx, Seal, Embryo, Dragonfly, Broken Wing and Pigeon. Visit www.caitlinrosekenney.com to learn about LIVE Virtual Classes, Yoga Teacher Training and more.

Jane Clappison, an Alexander Technique teacher in East Yorkshire, England provides a talk-through for this useful Alexander Technique process. Jane's website: JaneClappison.co.uk More information about the Alexander Technique: AlexanderTechnique.com You can learn how to support this and other Alexander Technique websites at AlexTechExpress.com/support

Learn the components of All Fours and Downward Facing Dog all while seated in a chair. Chair yoga class can be challenging for all and accessible. Learn to use a chair in new ways that break the vinyasa class mold while still delivering the outcomes that many are looking for in a yoga class. Note: you'll need a wall & a chair. You can begin class seated comfortably in the chair on in a reclined position with your legs up on the chair seat or in Constructive Rest on the floor. Chair (any kitchen or office chair with four secure legs will work. Make sure to place on top of a nonslip surface and have the back of the chair positioned with a wall behind it. Bolster 2 Blocks All Levels

Yoga practice with Caitlin Rose Kenney: Inspired by a visit to the Cadaver Lab, Caitlin Rose takes you through a sequence designed to strengthen an under-used muscle — your gluteus minimus! This alignment-focused 42-minutes class is great for newer yogis and experienced yogis that appreciate technical instruction. Highlights include booty work, hamstring opening and poses to release your psoas. Recommended props: 2 blocks Moves and poses to know: Constructive Rest, Booty Work and Full Splits (Hanumanasana), & Acid Cat (a creative take on the traditional Cat-Cow flow that I learned from my teacher Gina Caputo). Visit www.caitlinrosekenney.com to learn about LIVE Virtual Classes, Yoga Teacher Training and more.

Ariel Carson, an Alexander Technique teacher in New York City, provides a guided talk-through which you can use as you lie down in Constructive Rest. Ariel's website: RedefiningPosture.com More information about the Alexander Technique: AlexanderTechnique.com You can learn how to support this and other Alexander Technique websites at AlexTechExpress.com/support

Mastaneh Nazarian, an Alexander Technique teacher in Melbourne, Australia provides a guided talk-through of this useful process. Mastaneh's website: rediscoverease.com More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com You can learn how to support this and other Alexander Technique websites at AlexTechExpress.com/support

Carolyn Nicholls, an Alexander Technique teacher in Brighton, England recorded this to accompany Chapter 1 of the Second Edition of her book Body, Breath and Being. Carolyn's website: alexander-technique-college.com Carolyn's book can be ordered at alextechexpress.com/books/#intro More information about the Alexander Technique: AlexanderTechnique.com You can learn how to support this and other Alexander Technique websites at AlexTechExpress.com/support

Constance Clare-Newman, an Alexander Technique teacher in Oakland, CA and Provincetown, MA, provides a guided talk-through which you can listen to as you lie down in Constructive Rest. Constance's website: constanceclare.com More information about Constructive Rest: alexandertechnique.com/constructiverest More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com You can learn how to support this and other Alexander Technique websites at AlexTechExpress.com/support

Nancy Romita, an Alexander Technique teacher in Baltimore, Maryland, provides a guided Constructive Rest lesson that will allow you to make the most use of the process. Nancy's website: atmidatlantic.com More information about Constructive Rest: alexandertechnique.com/constructiverest More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com You can learn how to support this and other Alexander Technique websites at AlexTechExpress.com/support

John Macy, an Alexander Technique teacher and physical therapist in Omaha, Nebraska, talks with Robert Rickover about ways to make the combined use of the Up With GravitySM process and negative Alexnder Technique directions easier and more effective. John's website: alexandertechniqueomaha.com John is the owner of The Workout Omaha Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com. More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com

Imogen Ragone, an Alexander Technique teacher in Wilmington, Delaware, talks about how the constructive rest position an be used as a platform for experimenting with negative Alexnder Technique directions and Up With GravitySM while moving parts of your body. Imogen's website: ImogenRagone.net Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com. More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com

Imogen Ragone, an Alexander Technique teacher in Wilmington, Delaware, talks with Robert Rickover about how the constructive rest position an be used as a platform for experimenting with the Up With GravitySM process. Imogen's website: ImogenRagone.net Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com. More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com

Imogen Ragone, an Alexander Technique teacher in Wilmington, Delaware, talks with Robert Rickover about how the constructive rest position an be used as a platform for experimenting with Alexander Technique negative Alexander Technique directions Parts 2 and 3 will include a disscussion about using the Up With GravitySM process during constructive rest. Imogen's website: imogenragone.com Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com More information about Constructive Rest: alexandertechnique.com/constructiverest More information about Up With GravitySM can be found here: UpWithGravity.net More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com

Imogen Ragone, an Alexander Technique teacher in Wilmington, Delaware, provides a guided talk-through which you can listen to as you lie down in Constructive Rest. In 2016 Imogen released a new, updated and extended audio guide. Imogen's website: imogenragone.com More information about Constructive Rest: alexandertechnique.com/constructiverest More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com

Diana Rumrill, an Alexander Technique teacher and physical therapist in Washington, DC, talks about this process, and it's usefuness. Diana's website: harmoniousbodies.com Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com. More information about Constructive Rest: alexandertechnique.com/constructiverest More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com

Cecile Raynor, an Alexander Technique teacher in Boston, Massachusetts, talks about the ways constructive rest can help you release harmful tension. Cecile's website: alexandertec.com Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com. More information about Constructive Rest: alexandertechnique.com/constructiverest More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com

David Nesmith, an Alexander Technique teacher in Columbus, Ohio, talks with Robert Rickover about constructive rest and how it can help you return to a state of greater freedom and ease. David's website: poisedforlife.com David has an audio guide series devoted to Constructive Rest at website devoted to the process: constructiverest.com Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com. More information about Constructive Rest: alexandertechnique.com/constructiverest More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com

Amy Ward Brimmer, an Alexander Technique teacher in Philadelphia and Newtown, Pennsylvania, talks with Robert Rickover about the power of constructive rest for releasing harmful tensions. Amy's website: wayopenscenter.com Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com. More information about Constructive Rest: alexandertechnique.com/constructiverest More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com

Ruth Rootberg, an Alexander Technique teacher in Amherst, Massachusetts, talks with Robert Rickover about the constructive rest process and how you can use it as a framework for exploring Alexander Technique directions. Ruth's website: alexandertechnique.com/amherst Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com. More information about Constructive Rest: alexandertechnique.com/constructiverest More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com

Imogen Ragone, an Alexander Technique teacher in Wilmington, Deleware, talks with Robert Rickover about the constructive rest process and it's usefulness for anyone who wants to release harmful tension and function more effectively. Imogen's website: imogenragone.com Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com. More information about Constructive Rest: alexandertechnique.com/constructiverest More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com

Alice Riccardi, a yoga instructor and Alexander Technique teacher in Portland, Maine, talks with Robert Rickover about the benefits of regular constructive rest. Alice's website: portlandpoweryoga.com Robert teaches in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada. Website: alexandertechniquenebraska.com. More information about Constructive Rest: alexandertechnique.com/constructiverest More information about the Alexander Technique: alexandertechnique.com