Yoga for Men – Flexibility, Mental Health and Finding Strength with Jake Panasevich

Welcome to Episode 36 of No Man's an Island – a podcast powered by Men's Therapy Hub, a directory of male therapists for male clients.In this episode, Dr Jett Stone speaks with Jake Panasevich, a yoga teacher, health science journalist, podcast host and former Division I collegiate wrestler whose journey into yoga began after years of injuries, chronic pain and an identity crisis following the end of his wrestling career.Jake shares how yoga became a turning point in his life, helping him recover physically while also rebuilding his sense of self. Together, Jett and Jake explore the connection between physical flexibility and psychological flexibility, discussing how many men become trapped by rigid ideas of masculinity, performance and identity. They examine how yoga can create opportunities for men to reconnect with their bodies, process emotions and develop greater self-awareness.The conversation looks at why so many men avoid yoga, the barriers that stop them attending classes and how male-only spaces can help create a sense of safety, community and belonging. Jake explains why pain, injury and health scares often become the catalyst that brings men to yoga and how many discover benefits that extend far beyond physical fitness.Jett and Jake also discuss depression, anxiety and the growing evidence supporting yoga as a tool for mental wellbeing. They explore mindfulness, breathwork, emotional regulation, social connection and the ways yoga may help men develop resilience both physically and psychologically. The conversation touches on identity, vulnerability, self-acceptance, performance culture and why learning when to slow down can be just as important as learning when to push forward.LinksYoga With Jake: https://yogawithjake.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogawithjakeJett Stone:https://jettstonephd.comEpisode on Men's Therapy Hub:https://menstherapyhub.co.uk/yoga-for-men-flexibility-mental-health-and-finding-strength-with-jake-panasevich/Men's Therapy Hub UK DirectoryNo Man's an Island - podcast pageFollow:🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@menstherapyhub📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/menstherapyhub/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/menstherapyhub/🎵 Music: Raindear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.