Ep 193 Beryl Bender – The Original Power Yoga

Explore Beryl Bender’s journey into yoga, her experiences with
Ashtanga, and the evolution of Power Yoga. Beryl shares her
insights on the importance of mindfulness, the intersection of
yoga and meditation, and the moral responsibilities of yogis in
today's world. They discuss the challenges of aging in practice,
the significance of teaching philosophy, and the need for
activism in the yoga community. Beryl's optimistic outlook on
life and her dedication to her practice shine through as she
reflects on her past and future aspirations.


 www.power-yoga.com | @berylbenderbirch


Key Points


·      Beryl's early curiosity about
life's big questions led her to yoga.


·      Her first yoga class was
Kundalini yoga with Yogi Bhajan.


·      Beryl was inspired by Norman
Allen's Ashtanga practice.


·      Power Yoga was created to make
yoga accessible to athletes.


·      Beryl modified Ashtanga to suit
the needs of her students.


·      The practice of yoga is about
learning to pay attention.


·      Aging brings challenges, but
Beryl remains optimistic and dedicated.


·      Activism and yoga are
intertwined; yogis have a moral obligation to speak out.


·      Beryl emphasizes the importance
of meditation in yoga practice.


·      She has no regrets and believes
everything happens for a reason.