What do you think of when we talk about the spine in yoga? Probably anatomy, the spine in Asana, posture, age of the spine, backbends and more. But mostly we end up staying in the physical , western view of the spine in yoga. But according to yogis, the spine is so much more than just the physical spine. There is the Sukshma (subtle ) spine that is expansi ... Show More
Apr 19
Stretch or Strength First? What Every Yoga Teacher Needs to Know
Should you teach stretch or strength first in your yoga classes?In this episode, I break down a clear, practical framework for sequencing, especially for beginners. Learn how to balance flexibility, strength, and mobility in a way that builds confidence, prevents injury, and actu ... Show More
22m 41s
Apr 5
Sankhya - The Lens Behind Yoga with Vikram Jeet Singh
I sit down with Vikram Jeet Singh to explore Sankhya—the philosophical framework behind yoga—and how it helps us understand the mind, reduce suffering, and cultivate real awareness. It’s a practical, eye-opening conversation on discernment, identity, and seeing clearly.Episode Hi ... Show More
51m 16s
Aug 2025
SCP Mini Podcast: Thoracic Spine Linchpin To Chronic Neck And Back Pain
The thoracic spine is one of the most overlooked keys to resolving chronic neck and back pain. Acting as the central anchor between the cervical and lumbar regions, it influences posture, breathing, rib motion, and spinal stability. When the thoracic spine becomes stiff or restri ... Show More
11m 29s
Jan 2025
Exploring the Cosmos of Low Back Pain: From Astronauts to Everyday Life with Daniel Belavy
<p>In Episode 72 of the Physiotutors podcast, we interview Dr. Daniel Belavy, a professor with a prolific research background in muscle, bone, and joint health, specifically focusing on low back pain. The discussion explores various aspects of back pain research, including disk h ... Show More
56m 37s
Sep 2025
Lower back pain: causes, treatment, and prevention of lower back injuries and pain | Stuart McGill, Ph.D. (#287 rebroadcast)
View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter Stuart McGill is a distinguished professor emeritus at the University of Waterloo and the chief scientific officer at Backfitpro where he specialize ... Show More
2h 31m
Apr 2025
Shapes Of The Spine - Lateral Flexion
Today's episode kicks off a mini series diving into the different shapes the spine makes in Pilates, exploring the planes of movement, the muscles involved in making the shape, and where we see this movement in our Pilates exercises. The star of the show today is lateral flexion, ... Show More
21m 56s
Jul 2024
Build a Strong, Pain-Proof Back | Dr. Stuart McGill
In this episode, my guest is Dr. Stuart McGill, Ph.D., a distinguished professor emeritus of spine biomechanics at the University of Waterloo and a world expert on spine anatomy and physiology, back pain, and rehabilitation. We discuss the most common sources of back pain, how ba ... Show More
2h 52m
Oct 2025
Anatomical Terminology In Pilates
Sometimes it may feel like your Pilates teacher is speaking in another language when you hear words like supine, abduct, external rotation, or hip flexion. Don't worry! Tune in to this episode to learn the anatomical terms you may hear in your Pilates classes and what they mean!I ... Show More
16m 22s
Apr 2025
Why do so many people have back pain? Do monkeys have the answer?
This week, Kevin explores how our evolution from quadrupeds to bipeds may be the root cause of chronic back pain. He shares his own injury experience and examines how our spine’s design, combined with modern habits like prolonged sitting, contributes to discomfort, plus tips to k ... Show More
13m 56s