Inside Anatomy Bites with Dr Libby Hinsley

Inside Anatomy Bites with Dr Libby Hinsley

From Yoga Teacher Resource Podcast by Mado Hesselink

April 2, 2026 · 1h 14m

About this episode

This episode features a live Q&A session with Dr. Libby Hinsley discussing the Anatomy Bites program for yoga teachers.

Peek behind the curtain of Anatomy Bites - the easiest and most enjoyable way for yoga teachers to learn anatomy. In this unusual episode, you’ll hear the audio portion of a live Q&A session led by Dr. Libby Hinsley, physical therapist and yoga teacher. Anatomy Bites is a 36-module program designed to give yoga teachers a solid foundation in anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics. You’ll also hear the story of how Anatomy Bites came to be and learn about what it’s like to be a member. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:00 The birth of Anatomy Bites 04:16 Dynamic vs. static movements for strengthening 06:41 The relationship between the low back and glutes in backbends 11:50 Foot and knee alignment in backbends 22:24 Foot placement in wide leg forward fold 30:20 Does it matter which side you roll towards in savasana? 33:41 Concentric vs eccentric movement 38:11 Torn labrum & chronic pain 52:11 Noise in neck movement 53:11 Spinal issues in yoga classes 01:06:14 Rounding the spine for older adults 01:10:51 Nerve sensations in Yin Yoga 01:13:27 Understanding fascia and its impact on movement 01:15:48 What to do with the shoulder blades in forearm plank 01:19:16 What it’s like inside…

People in this episode

Host: Mado Hesselink

Guest: Dr. Libby Hinsley

Topics covered

  • anatomy
  • yoga
  • physiology
  • biomechanics
  • Q&A
  • teacher training

Keywords

  • anatomy
  • yoga teachers
  • physiology
  • biomechanics
  • backbends
  • savasana
  • movement

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Anatomy Bites

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