Biomechanics and Evolutionary A&P
This course delves into the intricate relationship between evolutionary theory, bodily systems, and spinal stability to enhance the application of yoga asana and yoga therapy. Matt emphasizes the importance of understanding human development and movement through evolutionary patterns, which helps practitioners develop more effective interventions by focusing on functional, non-compensatory movements and correcting asymmetries.
The course:
Is ideal for yoga teachers, yoga therapists, and yoga practitioners with an interest in Biomechanics, Anatomy, and Physiology
Includes over 2 hours of video content plus transcripts
Is taught by Matthew Krepps, Yoga Therapist
Features a bonus video “The CYS vision of the Yoga Therapist”
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Lesson 1: Evolutionary Development
Matthew discusses the influence of Darwinian evolutionary theory on yoga asana and yoga therapy, highlighting the importance of understanding human development and movement through evolutionary patterns.
Matthew discusses the influence of Darwinian evolutionary theory on yoga asana and yoga therapy, highlighting the importance of understanding human development and movement through evolutionary patterns.
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Lesson 2: The 3 Whole Body Systems
The human body can be understood through three interconnected whole body systems - the nervous system, the circulatory system, and the myofascial system. Understanding these whole body systems and the concept of "compensation" is crucial for yoga teachers and therapists to develop effective strategies for restoring healthy movement and function in their clients.
The human body can be understood through three interconnected whole body systems - the nervous system, the circulatory system, and the myofascial system. Understanding these whole body systems and the concept of "compensation" is crucial for yoga teachers and therapists to develop effective strategies for restoring healthy movement and function in their clients.
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Lesson 3: Core Activation Mechanics
Matt highlights the importance of spinal stability in human locomotion, by explaining the interdependence of the inner and outer cores. He also discusses the anatomy of the core muscles and their role in maintaining proper spinal stability, aligning the spine in a neutral position to optimize breathing function and prevent potential injury.
Matt highlights the importance of spinal stability in human locomotion, by explaining the interdependence of the inner and outer cores. He also discusses the anatomy of the core muscles and their role in maintaining proper spinal stability, aligning the spine in a neutral position to optimize breathing function and prevent potential injury.
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Bonus: The CYS Vision of Yoga Therapy
This lecture explains the role and scope of yoga therapy, which involves using yoga principles and techniques to support health and healing.
This lecture explains the role and scope of yoga therapy, which involves using yoga principles and techniques to support health and healing.
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About your teacher, Matthew Krepps
Matt is Co-founder & Co-owner of Circle Yoga Shala, Certified Yoga Therapist, Yoga Teacher, Ayurvedic Chef, Philosopher, and Movement Enthusiast.
Matthew has been a practitioner of the systems of Yoga and Ayurveda for over three decades and he has had the privilege of training teachers for over twenty years. Read more about Matt here.
