Welcome to Wednesday Q&A, where you ask questions and we answer them! In this Wednesday Q&A, we answer your questions about stepping forward successfully from down dog, the hot yoga craze, and moves to avoid with osteoporosis. Your questions: * I want to be able to step one foot forward form down dog into a low lunge. I can’t get my foot as far as my hands. Long legs? Short body? I don’t know. What can I do to develop this skill? Strengthen hip flexors? Core? I don’t even know what to...

Welcome to Wednesday Q&A, where you ask questions and we answer them! In this Wednesday Q&A, we answer your questions about hip and low back pain during pregnancy, cervical spine arthritis, and misconceptions about exercise and movement practices Your questions: * Any suggestions for hip and low back pain during pregnancy? I’m in my 4th month and the pain gets worse from sitting for too long but also from working out. I’m keeping my exercise routine light and easy but the pain flares...

Join Lara Heimann and Kristin Williams for a deep dive into the postnatal period from a physical therapist and movement perspective!  In this episode, they discuss: * common changes that occur post-pregnancy * challenges and fears that new mothers face regarding their body's changes and potential issues after giving birth * the importance of postural awareness and retraining in addressing core strength and stability, particularly after pregnancy * advice on returning to cardio activities such...

Welcome to Wednesday Q&A, where you ask questions, and we answer them! In this Wednesday Q&A, we’re helping you modify the goddess pose for an anterior tilted pelvis, figuring out how you move differently to be fit and functional, and advising you on making movement work throughout the day.  Connect with Lara Heimann, The Redefining Movement Podcast, and LYT Daily: Lara on Instagram - @Lara.HeimannRedefining Movement Podcast on Instagram - @RedefiningMovementPodcastLYT Method on...

Welcome to our special Work Well Series, where we explore the importance of prioritizing employee well-being in the office! In this last episode of our series, Lara and Kristin recap their biggest takeaways from these conversations. From the incredible impact of kindness to the unwavering need for psychological safety in the workplace to the push towards mental health support for employees, these companies set the bar for a better employee experience. Technology was also apparent to get ahead...

Welcome to our special Work Well Series, where we explore the importance of prioritizing employee well-being in the office! In corporate America, climbing the ladder is often the first priority, and casualty rates can be high. What happens when the focus moves from doing the work just to earn a paycheck to enjoying the work and coworkers while earning a paycheck? Wellness architect Jill Miller joins us on this episode of Redefining Movement to share how companies can create a supportive...

Welcome to our special Work Well Series, where we explore the importance of prioritizing employee well-being in the office! This episode uncovers the extraordinary results when a company invests in redefining success through unwavering dedication to ongoing education and development for their employees. Lara talks with Kevin Osterhaus, President of Graduate Hotels about his vision of empowering individuals through the hotel chain’s unique Graduate Academy program. The program offers an...

In this Monthly Motivation, Lara explains the importance of preventing injuries and shares techniques for injury prevention with a special focus on the role of the nervous system. You’ll learn common injuries, their causes, and ways to avoid or reduce them.  In this episode, you will learn the following: How keeping the nervous system in shape helps prevent injuries.Ways to prevent injury by warming up, training, and resting your body properly.Why a comprehensive approach can aid in...

Welcome to our special Work Well Series, where we explore the importance of prioritizing employee well-being in the office! Kindness can go a long way in your personal life, but what about in your business? In this episode of Redefining Movement, we dive into the incredible journey of Josh Kilmer-Purcell and Brent Ridge, founders of Beekman 1802, where kindness is not just a philosophy but a way of life.  Listen as host Lara Heimann chats with Brent and Josh, and learn how the seed idea of...

Welcome to Wednesday Q&A, where you ask questions, and we answer them! In this Wednesday Q&A, we answer your questions about getting started in the LYT platform, dealing with hip and groin pain when physical therapy isn’t working, and how to train your body to relieve knee pain caused by foot pronation. Connect with Lara Heimann, The Redefining Movement Podcast, and LYT Daily: Lara on Instagram - @Lara.HeimannRedefining Movement Podcast on Instagram - @RedefiningMovementPodcastLYT...

In this episode of our Work Well Series, we explore two exceptional platforms that take employee benefits to the next level. Modern Health and Wellable are both innovative solutions for companies designed to enrich physical, social, and mental well-being in the workplace.  First, Lara speaks with Nick Patel, Founder and CEO at Wellable. Wellable’s challenge library and customizable well-being programs emphasize the need for holistic health approaches from employers.  Next, Lara talks with...

Welcome to our special Work Well Series, where we explore the importance of prioritizing employee well-being in the office! In this introduction to the series, we touch on the world of corporate wellness, why it’s become such a buzzword, and why it’s time to redefine what it means to work well. Join our hosts, Lara Heimann and Kristin Williams, as they discuss the alarming statistics surrounding employee dissatisfaction and the negative impact it has on productivity, and employee’s personal...

Welcome to Wednesday Q&A, where you ask questions, and we answer them! In this Wednesday Q&A, we answer your questions about practicing with a torn labrum in your shoulder, whether skiing or snowboarding might cause less injury, and the obstacles we face as yoga teachers.  Connect with Lara Heimann, The Redefining Movement Podcast, and LYT Daily: Lara on Instagram - @Lara.HeimannRedefining Movement Podcast on Instagram - @RedefiningMovementPodcastLYT Method on Instagram -...

This month, Lara deep dives into research about strengthening your heart regardless of your current fitness level to avoid medical bummers like stroke, cardivascular disease, diabetes, and cancer. You’ll gain an understanding of the importance of staying in the right zone while exercising and what each zone does for your body.  In this episode, you will learn the following: How to strengthen your heart with specific zone levels for the best results.Ways to decrease your biological age in...

Welcome to Wednesday Q&A, where you ask questions, and we answer them! In this Wednesday Q&A, we answer your questions about stabilizing your pelvic floor, finding balance in your pelvis with visual challenges and sacral injury, and why we rarely feel stiff.  Connect with Lara Heimann, The Redefining Movement Podcast, and LYT Daily: Lara on Instagram - @Lara.HeimannRedefining Movement Podcast on Instagram - @RedefiningMovementPodcastLYT Method on Instagram - @LYTMethodKristin on...

Karin Reiter, Founder of Nutritious & Delicious, transitioned from a career in law and finance after being diagnosed with Epstein Barr at a young age. When she discovered that standard medical approaches weren’t making her feel better, she decided to study functional medicine and nutrition. Karin learned firsthand the importance of identifying root causes and how addressing them holistically can lead to recovery and better health. The episode dives into the impact of mold toxicity, the...

Welcome to Wednesday Q&A, where you ask questions, and we answer them! In this Wednesday Q&A, we answer your questions about maintaining good posture as an elementary teacher, how to do face yoga in everyday life, and the best ways to clearly define yourself in the fitness/wellness market. Connect with Lara Heimann, The Redefining Movement Podcast, and LYT Daily: Lara on Instagram - @Lara.HeimannRedefining Movement Podcast on Instagram - @RedefiningMovementPodcastLYT Method on...

Shivani Gupta knows a thing or two about the intricate world of supplements. She is a best selling author with a PhD in Ayurvedic medicine focusing on turmeric. In this episode, Lara speaks with Dr. Gupta about her own turmeric-based supplement line and addresses the need for trust and efficacy in an unregulated industry.  She explains the significance of understanding your dosha to achieve balance and overall well-being with Ayurveda’s holistic approach and Shivani's advice for incorporating...

Join Lara and husband Mark as they discuss the importance of strength, endurance, and mobility training for aging gracefully. You’ll hear tips on daily health prioritization, the positive effects of self-care, goal-setting with accountability, and forgiveness by releasing emotional baggage.  In this episode, you will learn the following: Assess your priorities to delegate your time and energy.Reset all parts of your life while giving yourself the grace to do so.Focus on your health, as you...

Welcome to Wednesday Q&A, where you ask questions, and we answer them! In this Wednesday Q&A, we answer your questions about finding motivation when it’s difficult, handling your ego as a teacher, and how to listen to your body as you practice. Connect with Lara Heimann, The Redefining Movement Podcast, and LYT Daily: Lara on Instagram - @Lara.HeimannRedefining Movement Podcast on Instagram - @RedefiningMovementPodcastLYT Method on Instagram - @LYTMethodKristin on Instagram -...

Brett Larkin, Founder and CEO of Uplifted Yoga, discovered gaps in how modern yoga is taught today. It often doesn’t take into account our busy lives or even our unique anatomies.  In her effort to help people who don’t believe that yoga is for them for one reason or another, she’s ready to share what she’s learned about yoga history in her latest book, Yoga Life: Habits, Poses, and Breathwork to Channel Joy Amidst the Chaos. In this episode of Redefining Movement, Brett takes us on a quick...

Welcome to Wednesday Q&A, where you ask questions and we answer them! In this Wednesday Q&A, we answer your questions about what we’d be doing if it weren’t for LYT, how to deal with disrespectful students, and why the LYT method differs from other practices.  Connect with Lara Heimann, The Redefining Movement Podcast, and LYT Daily: Lara on Instagram - @Lara.HeimannKristin on Instagram - @kbwilliams99 Redefining Movement Podcast on Instagram - @RedefiningMovementPodcastLYT Method on...

Victoria Moran, Author and Founder & Director of Main Street Vegan Academy, is evidence that the practices of yoga and veganism sustain the light inside you. At the age of 73, she has more energy than most of her generation (and younger generations as well), which is why she’s advocated for both practices since the 70s. She became a yogi and vegan when those words weren’t commonly used and has lived through many changes since then.  In this episode of Redefining Movement, Victoria talks...

Join Lara in the last Monthly Motivation for 2023 as she shares tips on unlocking your full potential through a balanced life. You’ll discover how you can improve the different areas of your life, from physical health, emotional health, and your professional life. In this episode, you will learn the following: Physical exercise is a keystone habit.If one area of your life isn’t doing well, it affects everything else. It’s tricky to find balance but what’s important is that you try...