The “Start Here” Episode (EP.410)

The “Start Here” Episode (EP.410)

June 29, 2026 · 42 min · Episode 410

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In this episode, Karen Fabian introduces the podcast's philosophy and answers foundational questions about teaching anatomy in yoga.

If you're new to this podcast—or you've been listening for a while and want to better understand the philosophy behind what I offer—this is the perfect place to start. In this episode, I answer five foundational questions: Why is anatomy often taught in such a confusing way? Why do so many yoga teachers struggle with confidence? Why did I create Bare Bones Yoga? What makes my approach to teaching anatomy different? And what can you expect if you continue listening to this podcast? Whether you're a new yoga teacher or have been teaching for years, this episode will give you a clear understanding of my mission to make anatomy approachable, practical, and immediately applicable to your teaching. I start our with a bit of background about Yoga Alliance, the registry for yoga teachers, as a way to help you build a better understanding of the organization and it’s role in the industry. I end with a success story for one of the teachers in my program. Here is a resource you might like: https://barebonesyoga.lpages.co/from-the-interview-chair-e-book/ And, if you’re curious about how I work with yoga teachers, here is one of my programs…

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Host: Karen Fabian

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Organizations: Yoga Alliance, Bare Bones Yoga

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