Why Yoga Works (And Why That Matters for Teachers)

Why does yoga regulate the nervous system — and why should teachers understand the biology behind it?In this introductory episode, I share the vision behind Nervous System Literacy for Yoga Teachers — a space where anatomy, physiology, somatics, and research meet the lived reality of teaching in a yoga classroom.We’ll explore the autonomic nervous system, vagal tone, co-regulation, consent, and hands-on touch — alongside the ways classical yoga philosophy often mirrors what modern science now measures.If you teach yoga and want to understand not just that yoga works, but how and why it works at the level of the nervous system, this podcast is for you.New episodes release twice monthly.Subscribe on Substack or follow wherever you listen to podcasts. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit literacy.rubberbandmethod.com