Om Som Yoga + Ayurveda Podcast

On this weeks episode: We share some personal reflections from our recent trip to India AKA Bhārata. India is a rich country by the means of knowledge, it has given us so much wisdom & is the birth place of yoga itself. Each year we travel to Rishikesh to learn, practice & share. In this episode we share some information about Rishikesh, some stories from our recent trip & speak to the culture of yoga which we appreciate so deeply! India is great, if you feel called to join us next year on a training or on retreat find all the info you need on our website here: https://omsom.yoga/retreats-and-trainings Hari Om Aaron & Paige --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omsomyoga/message

On this weeks episode: Samkhya Darshan, the descent of consciousness into matter. This is the topic of all topics & the context for both Yoga & Ayurveda. It is the philosophy of philosophies & our favourite topic to speak about. Listen to this one on repeat, a must for any aspiring Yogi! Resources: 200 Hour YTT Jan 2024: https://omsom.yoga/200-hour-yoga-teacher-training-berwick-2024 300 Hour Advanced YTT 2024: https://omsom.yoga/300-hr-advanced-hatha-yoga-training-2024 More info, upcoming workshops, trainings & info for 1-1 Yoga consultations can be found at our website: www.omsom.yoga Hari Om, Aaron & Paige --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omsomyoga/message

On this weeks episode: Lineages, Cults & Guru's We talk about a topic that has been on our hearts of a while now.... Guru Culture! There's no doubt that Guru's play a huge role in both modern & traditional role, so we wanted to take the time to discuss our personal experiences. We take some time to unpack what Guru means, how Guru's can abuse their pose & more. We also look into what it means to be a part of a lineage & how that can affect the way we approach yoga practice. Huge conversation with lots of information & stories, we hope you enjoy! Resources: 200 Hour YTT in INDIA: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/200-hour-hatha-yoga-teacher-training-india-2023 Dharma & Sankalpa Shakti Training: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/dharma-and-sankalpa-shakti More info, upcoming workshops, trainings & info for 1-1 Yoga consultations can be found at our website: www.omsom.yoga Hari Om, Aaron & Paige --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omsomyoga/message

On this weeks episode: The Yogic Art of Cleansing We talk about cleansing from the perspective of Yoga & Ayurveda, along side our own personal experiences. Topics included in this conversation are: What is cleansing? Cleansing through the lens of the koshas Our personal experiences with cleansing Our personal history of cleansing Our most recent cleanse Aarons social media cleanse Modern cleansing VS ayurvedic cleansing VS hatha yoga cleansing The cleansing process Resources: Join Paige’s Ayurvedic Cleanse: https://omsom.yoga/ayurvedic-digestive-reset Join us on retreat in INDA: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/india-retreat-2023 200 Hour YTT in INDIA: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/200-hour-hatha-yoga-teacher-training-india-2023 Dharma & Sankalpa Shakti Training: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/dharma-and-sankalpa-shakti More info, upcoming workshops, trainings & info for 1-1 Yoga consultations can be found at our website: www.omsom.yoga Hari Om, Aaron & Paige --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omsomyoga/message

On this weeks episode: The Ayurvedic Wisdom of Menstruation We talk about the menstrual cycle from the perspective of Yoga & Ayurveda, along side our own personal experiences. Topics included in this conversation are - Personal experiences - Societal views of menstruation - History of menstruation - Male & Female biological rhythms - Hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle - The purpose of menstruation - Yoga practice at different stages of the cycle Resources: Prana episode https://open.spotify.com/episode/5tHSJBiZpD3RWkWd8zKLdT?si=ced4a444eda74eef Join us on retreat in INDA: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/india-retreat-2023 200 Hour YTT in INDIA: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/200-hour-hatha-yoga-teacher-training-india-2023 More info, upcoming workshops, trainings & info for 1-1 Yoga consultations can be found at our website: www.omsom.yoga Hari Om, Aaron & Paige --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omsomyoga/message

On this weeks episode: Injuries in Yoga Resources: The X-Ray effect: a study on Ballet dancers https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25430861/ Understanding Injury Symptoms of injury Personal stories with injury Personal stories of overcoming injury through yoga practice Injury & Mental Health Understanding common yoga injuries and how to prevent them Coping with hypermobility and managing joint pain through yoga Join us on retreat in INDA: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/india-retreat-2023 200 Hour YTT in INDIA: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/200-hour-hatha-yoga-teacher-training-india-2023 More info, upcoming workshops, trainings & info for 1-1 Yoga consultations can be found at our website: www.omsom.yoga Hari Om, Aaron & Paige --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omsomyoga/message

On this weeks episode: We’ll take a look at the ayurvedic daily routine known as dinacharya & the practice of self massage known as abhyanga. What’s the point of dinacharya? SAMYOGA taking actions that move us toward health SWASTHA We talk about our journeys with dinacharya & ritucharya & plenty more! Vital Veda Abhyanga Guide: https://vitalveda.com.au/learn/guide-for-ayurvedic-abhyanga-self-massage/ Hale Pule Abhyanga Guide: https://www.halepule.com/blog/release-your-best-self-with-abhyanga Sign up for our 100hr Hatha Yoga training here: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/100-hour-hatha-yoga-teacher-training Join us on retreat in INDA: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/india-retreat-2023 200 Hour YTT in INDIA: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/200-hour-hatha-yoga-teacher-training-india-2023 More info, upcoming workshops, trainings & info for 1-1 Yoga consultations can be found at our website: www.omsom.yoga Hari Om, Aaron & Paige --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omsomyoga/message

On this weeks episode of the podcast we chat about how we can relate Christmas to our yoga practice. Topics of conversation are: - The "lost years" of Jesus - Jesus as a Yogi - The 5 love languages - The 4 qualities of true love: Metta/Loving kindness, Karuna/Compassion, Mudita/Vicarious joy & Upeksha/Equinimity Sign up for our 100hr Hatha Yoga training here: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/100-hour-hatha-yoga-teacher-training More info, upcoming workshops, trainings & info for 1-1 Yoga consultations can be found at our website: www.omsom.yoga Hari Om, Aaron & Paige Extra Reading: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christmas?fbclid=IwAR3dRUQuKn2q9e_dzyiTrTzEyi1Yk5ZTkUyOOT2hKcKvl6BHa_qqd4M2vco https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Unknown_years_of_Jesus?fbclid=IwAR0xY0Qw8Hwyaas9X5hRTVM41Ymn8DjJLLm0ncSxuLLmQnjXsSPPsTlpfOo https://ocoy.org/original-christianity/the-christ-of-india/?fbclid=IwAR3bj88nQ3zpEscED-z-5sMW-NkNsuNJ6C60qGvFDWAUM0KbtwFNA_0iHCU --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omsomyoga/message

Join us for 7 days of Yoga in Rishikesh! Todays practice is a simple yin yoga sequence to restore balance to the body & create some space for rest. A perfect ending to our 7 day challenge & an opportunity to reflect on our week of practice. We hope you've enjoyed practicing with us for the past week. Thank you so much for joining the challenge! Online 100hr Hatha Yoga training here: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/100-hour-hatha-yoga-teacher-training India Retreat 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/india-retreat-2023 India YTT programs 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings Online Studio, 7 days free trial: https://omsom.yoga/online-yoga-studio More info, upcoming workshops, trainings & info for 1-1 Yoga consultations can be found at our website: www.omsom.yoga Follow us on instagram @omsom.yoga Hari Om, Aaron & Paige --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omsomyoga/message

Join us for 7 days of Yoga in Rishikesh! Todays conversation is centred around rest & why it is SO important for our health. We hope you've enjoyed practicing with us for the past week. Thank you so much for joining the challenge! Online 100hr Hatha Yoga training here: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/100-hour-hatha-yoga-teacher-training India Retreat 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/india-retreat-2023 India YTT programs 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings Online Studio, 7 days free trial: https://omsom.yoga/online-yoga-studio More info, upcoming workshops, trainings & info for 1-1 Yoga consultations can be found at our website: www.omsom.yoga Follow us on instagram @omsom.yoga Hari Om, Aaron & Paige --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omsomyoga/message

Join us for 7 days of Yoga in Rishikesh! In todays conversation we speak to the importance of purification & detoxification in hatha yoga. We chat about the various types of "toxins" that can seep into our lives & why the path of Yoga asks us to cleanse. Online 100hr Hatha Yoga training here: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/100-hour-hatha-yoga-teacher-training India Retreat 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/india-retreat-2023 India YTT programs 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings Online Studio, 7 days free trial: https://omsom.yoga/online-yoga-studio More info, upcoming workshops, trainings & info for 1-1 Yoga consultations can be found at our website: www.omsom.yoga Follow us on instagram @omsom.yoga Hari Om, Aaron & Paige --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omsomyoga/message

Join us for 7 days of Yoga in Rishikesh! In todays practice we utilise both kriya & mudra to cleanse the body. This is an opportunity to detoxify through the breath & delve into some of the more subtle & esoteric practices of hatha yoga. Online 100hr Hatha Yoga training here: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/100-hour-hatha-yoga-teacher-training India Retreat 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/india-retreat-2023 India YTT programs 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings Online Studio, 7 days free trial: https://omsom.yoga/online-yoga-studio More info, upcoming workshops, trainings & info for 1-1 Yoga consultations can be found at our website: www.omsom.yoga Follow us on instagram @omsom.yoga Hari Om, Aaron & Paige --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omsomyoga/message

Join us for 7 days of Yoga in Rishikesh! Todays Practice "The Steady Flame" Is one of our classical solar hatha sequences in a condensed form. It is a simple, energising sequence that is well rounded, steady & balanced. A perfect practice to get your days started with a focus on surya namaskar & steadiness within asana. Online 100hr Hatha Yoga training here: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/100-hour-hatha-yoga-teacher-training India Retreat 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/india-retreat-2023 India YTT programs 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings Online Studio, 7 days free trial: https://omsom.yoga/online-yoga-studio More info, upcoming workshops, trainings & info for 1-1 Yoga consultations can be found at our website: www.omsom.yoga Follow us on instagram @omsom.yoga Hari Om, Aaron & Paige --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omsomyoga/message

Join us for 7 days of Yoga in Rishikesh! Todays Conversation is centred around ritual as the backbone of the Yoga tradition & how we can optimise the effects of our practice through creating daily routine & habits. We talk to the Yogic concept of ritual known as Sadhana, along with the Ayurvedic idea of Dinacharya & discuss our own experiences with committing to daily practice. Online 100hr Hatha Yoga training here: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/100-hour-hatha-yoga-teacher-training India Retreat 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/india-retreat-2023 India YTT programs 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings Online Studio, 7 days free trial: https://omsom.yoga/online-yoga-studio More info, upcoming workshops, trainings & info for 1-1 Yoga consultations can be found at our website: www.omsom.yoga Follow us on instagram @omsom.yoga Hari Om, Aaron & Paige --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omsomyoga/message

Join us for 7 days of Yoga in Rishikesh! In this conversation we discuss the breath in depth. We explore various different pranayama techniques and how we can use them to increase energy (bramhana), ground and calm energy (langhana) or balance energy (samana). Online 100hr Hatha Yoga training here: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/100-hour-hatha-yoga-teacher-training India Retreat 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/india-retreat-2023 India YTT programs 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings Online Studio, 7 days free trial: https://omsom.yoga/online-yoga-studio More info, upcoming workshops, trainings & info for 1-1 Yoga consultations can be found at our website: www.omsom.yoga Follow us on instagram @omsom.yoga Hari Om, Aaron & Paige --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omsomyoga/message

Join us for 7 days of Yoga in Rishikesh! Todays Practice, take a Big Breath is a short & sweet seated Pranayama & Meditation Practice. An opportunity to create some space in the body, the breath and the mind and drop into a state of deep rest and relaxation. Online 100hr Hatha Yoga training here: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/100-hour-hatha-yoga-teacher-training India Retreat 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/india-retreat-2023 India YTT programs 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings Online Studio, 7 days free trial: https://omsom.yoga/online-yoga-studio More info, upcoming workshops, trainings & info for 1-1 Yoga consultations can be found at our website: www.omsom.yoga Follow us on instagram @omsom.yoga Hari Om, Aaron & Paige --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omsomyoga/message

Join us for 7 days of Yoga in Rishikesh! In this conversation we discuss the importance of core strength and stability and how it is related to low back pain. We also explore the link between the core and our breath, discussing how shallow breathing can also contribute to low back pain. Set in the atmospheric Beatles Ashram, we also share some insight into this beautiful place. Online 100hr Hatha Yoga training here: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/100-hour-hatha-yoga-teacher-training India Retreat 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/india-retreat-2023 India YTT programs 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings Online Studio, 7 days free trial: https://omsom.yoga/online-yoga-studio More info, upcoming workshops, trainings & info for 1-1 Yoga consultations can be found at our website: www.omsom.yoga Follow us on instagram @omsom.yoga Hari Om, Aaron & Paige --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omsomyoga/message

Join us for 7 days of Yoga in Rishikesh! Todays practice, Ignite Your Core is a short & sweet Solar Hatha Yoga Practice. An opportunity to test your core stability and build your core strength. This is a fun and challenging practice to encourage a sense of vitality within the body. Online 100hr Hatha Yoga training here: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/100-hour-hatha-yoga-teacher-training India Retreat 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/india-retreat-2023 India YTT programs 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings Online Studio, 7 days free trial: https://omsom.yoga/online-yoga-studio More info, upcoming workshops, trainings & info for 1-1 Yoga consultations can be found at our website: www.omsom.yoga Follow us on instagram @omsom.yoga Hari Om, Aaron & Paige --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omsomyoga/message

Join us for 7 days of Yoga in Rishikesh! Todays practice, Happy Hips & Hamstrings is a short & sweet Lunar Hatha Yoga Practice. Throughout this practice we explore our functional mobility by practicing without our hands. We work into the hips and hamstrings and embody a deep sense of grounding. Online 100hr Hatha Yoga training here: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/100-hour-hatha-yoga-teacher-training India Retreat 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/india-retreat-2023 India YTT programs 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings Online Studio, 7 days free trial: https://omsom.yoga/online-yoga-studio More info, upcoming workshops, trainings & info for 1-1 Yoga consultations can be found at our website: www.omsom.yoga Follow us on instagram @omsom.yoga Hari Om, Aaron & Paige --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omsomyoga/message

Join us for 7 days of Yoga in Rishikesh! In todays conversation we discuss what mobility is and what it means to create functional mobility within the body. We explore how sedentary living is effecting our physical & mental health and how we can incorporate mobility into our Yoga practice. Online 100hr Hatha Yoga training here: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/100-hour-hatha-yoga-teacher-training India Retreat 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings/india-retreat-2023 India YTT programs 2023: https://omsom.yoga/yoga-teacher-trainings Online Studio, 7 days free trial: https://omsom.yoga/online-yoga-studio More info, upcoming workshops, trainings & info for 1-1 Yoga consultations can be found at our website: www.omsom.yoga Follow us on instagram @omsom.yoga Hari Om, Aaron & Paige --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/omsomyoga/message