The Great Wild Thing Debate
Yoga teacher Jenni Rawlings and Exercise Science professor Travis Pollen discuss wild thing – a yoga pose that many yoga practitioners have strong opinions about! Jenni and Travis discuss the anatomy and biomechanics of wild thing, as well as a controversial kerfuffle that happened in the yoga community surrounding this yoga pose a few years ago.
Points of discussion include:
- The anatomy & biomechanics of wild thing
- The controversial kerfuffle about wild thing in the yoga community
- The difference between “wear and tear” vs. “wear and repair”
- How would one go about researching the prevalence of yoga injuries in a scientific manner?
- Does injury prevention in yoga have more to do with alignment or preparation?
- How can we build strength to support wild thing?A brief intro to hip joint anatomy
- …And much more!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Strength for Yoga Remote Group Training – ongoing, interactive monthly strength program for yogis designed by Jenni & Travis
Online yoga class library & yoga anatomy workshops with Jenni
Strength for Yoga email newsletter
Podcast episode: Are Headstand and Shoulder Stand the King and Queen of Yoga Poses?
Podcast episode: Can We Prevent Yoga Injuries?
Article: How Common Are Yoga Injuries? The Science Weighs In
Podcast episode: Language, Fear, & Science in the Yoga Studio
Podcast episode: Which Yoga Educators Should I Trust?
YouTube video: Where Should the Shoulder Blades Be In Down Dog?
To find out more about Travis Pollen: website / Instagram
Music used with generous permission from Dischord A Cappella.
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