11: Professional Basketball Player becomes Yoga Teacher: Rick's Journey Home to the Heart

Join us for an enlightening episode as we sit down with Rick Anderson, an ex-professional basketball player and now a passionate yoga teacher. Rick's journey from professional athlete to yoga teacher is nothing short of extraordinary. Having played basketball professionally overseas, Rick returned to pursue higher education, earning his Master's degree and delving deep into the intersection of yoga and athletic performance. Despite what was expected of him by his family to pursue a career in basketball coaching, Rick decided to follow his intuition and embarked on a path as a yoga teacher in community colleges. In this episode, Rick shares insights from his thesis on "Yoga in Athletes" and discusses the transformative power of yoga for athletes and individuals alike. He reflects on his decision to pursue yoga teaching, despite societal expectations, and offers valuable perspectives on following one's true calling. As Rick prepares to launch the first-ever 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training program at Long Beach City College, we delve into his vision for the program and his commitment to inspiring the next generation of yogis. Tune in as we explore Rick's, and discover the profound impact of yoga on physical and mental well-being. --------------------- Contact Rick: Email: [email protected] Instagram: @wellstix Long Beach City College Yoga Teacher Training Program Every Wednesday Rick teaches free yoga on the lawn from 12-1 pm. @LBCC Liberal Arts Campus, Carson Street, front lawn. ---------------------- Contact Reika: Podcast feedback, suggestions, and guest inquiries: Instagram: @reikayoga Website: www.reikayoga.com