Yoga That Works

In this episode, I am joined by Tiffany Pridgen, nurse, neuroscientist, GI physiology researcher, equestrian athlete & Yoga teacher, for a conversation about the gut-brain axis, digestive health, chronic discomfort, nervous system regulation & how Yoga can become a tool to support the way we feel in our body.

We talk about how digestion is not only somet...

In this episode, we dive into going back to the basics and how something as familiar as Sun Salutations can become a practice you actually use when you are on your own, whether you are on your mat, in your kitchen, or simply in between two moments of your day where you have a few minutes for yourself.

Highlights include:

• Why it can feel difficult to practice on your own, even when you already "know" the poses, and how that im...

In this episode, we explore the pressure of keeping a perfect routine and how allowing change can actually make your practice more supportive, more sustainable, and more connected to your real life.
Instead of trying to follow something rigid and identical every day, this episode invites you to see your routine as something alive, something that adapts with your schedule, your energy, and what you need in the moment.
Throug...

In this episode, we explore why intensity is not always the answer when it comes to tension, fatigue, or feeling unsettled in your body. I share how myofascial release (MFR) can support nervous system regulation, and why choosing less pressure, less force, and more awareness often creates deeper and more sustainable results. If you have full days, big responsibilities, and struggle to feel truly settled even when you stop, this epi...

In this episode of Yoga that Works, we take an honest look at what balance actually means when life does not unfold as planned.

This week became a lived example of the practice itself, when priorities shifted, plans changed, and doing the bare minimum was all that was available. Through reflections on the mat and in daily life,...

In this episode, we explore the pressure of doing in your Yoga practice & how it shows up in both group classes and private sessions.

Gwen shares what she sees in students from teaching multiple classes each week & explains how the urge to keep up, get it right, or do it perfectly can pull us away from listening to what we truly need.

This episode is an invitation to listen, especially at the start of the year, & reconn...

In this episode, we dive into the performance that sneaks into your Yoga practice. How to recognize it & what to shift to bring more confidence.

Highlights include:

• Where can you find integrity in your strength & shift your focus from "How much can I do" to "'How well can I do it".
• Strategies for a change of perspective & why it matters.
• Exploring 3 simples practices to bring into your Yoga practice to bring b...

In this episode, we dive into how imposter syndrome shows up in your Yoga practice & what you can do about it.

Highlights include: 

• Recognizing imposter syndrome on the mat & how it disguises itself as doubt, comparison, and judgment. 
• Strategies to shift your focus from "doing it right" to "noticing what you feel," so your practice becomes more meaningful.
• Practical ways to counter self-doubt in you...

In this special format episode, I take you through the mindset of understanding who you are, as it impacts your practice & your routines.

Here are the promtps mentionned during the episode:
1.If you could describe yourself without using your job, roles, or labels — who are you? 
2.What have you tried so far to know yourself better?
3.On a scale from 1 to 10, how much do you think you know yoursel...

In this episode, we explore what it truly means to trust your intuition — even when everything around you says not to.

🎙️ What to expect:

• A deeply personal story of the moment I chose to listen to my gut

• Why intuition is often drowned out by expectations — and how...

In this episode, we explore what it means to find your motivation inside you:

Highlights include:

• Understand what you want from your life
• Letting go of the surface level motivation & bringing your power from inside you 
• Exploring your deepest motivators & how to access it
• Introducing your FREE live event YOU-Unlocked

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• Send a DM to Gwen to save your spot inside YOU-Unlocked: Instagra...

In this episode, we explore how Yoga fits into real life with Mindset coach Jaemi Pierson.

When you feel stuck in a practice that doesn't fit you, there is often more to it than just a wrong practice.

Listen to our conversation with Jaemi where she shares her Yoga journey going from "this is not for me" to "this is my daily tool".

Jaemi is a mindset coach & she works with female entrepreneurs, helping them level up their minds ...

In this episode, we dive into how your Yoga practice can become a real-life support system, not just something that happens on your mat, but a tool that fuels and empowers your daily life.

Highlights include:

• How to use your Yoga practice as daily support & why it's more than just movement on the mat.

In this episode, we explore the reasons why you might not always feel good after your Yoga class & what you can do to change this.

Highlights include:

• The one reason why we think Yoga should always make us feel good.

• Strategies for keeping the benefits of Yoga throughout ...

In this episode, we dive into a common block when it comes to practicing Yoga at home: not knowing where to start.

You'll hear:

• Why this hesitation is more common than you think
• What might really be hiding behind that feeling
• Simple ways to begin, without needing the perfect setup
• The small things that helped me take the first step years ago

Plus, I'm introducing the Life Lab Membership, created to support you if you wan...

In today's episode, we dive into one of the most common questions I receive from students and listeners alike: "When is the best time to practice Yoga?"

The short answer? It depends. The real answer? Let's unpack it together.

Whether you're just getting started at home or trying to bring more consistency into your practice, this episode will help you shift your mindset away from perfection and into presence. Because the "best ...

In this episode of Yoga That Works, we shift the conversation from what your practice looks like to how you want to feel every day.

Highlights include:

• Why it's hard to maintain a home Yoga practice—and why that doesn't mean you're doing it wrong.
• A moment of guided reflection to tune into how you feel most days vs. how you want to feel.
• The real insight: It's not about doing more—it's about choosing what supports ...