Keen on Yoga Ep 249 Elliott Goldberg – Exploring Modern Yoga

Adam Keen and Elliott Goldberg, author of seminal book The Path of Modern Yoga, delve into the history and evolution of modern yoga, exploring the contributions of key figures such as Sri Yogendra and Krishnamacharya. They discuss the cultural and nationalistic influences that shaped yoga's development, the transition from traditional practices to modern interpretations, and the lasting legacy of these pioneers in contemporary yoga. The dialogue emphasizes the importance of understanding yoga's roots while also considering its future in a rapidly changing world.

The Path of Modern Yoga, The History of an Embodied Spiritual Practice


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Key Notes

• Yoga as we know it is a modern construct.
• Sri Yogendra was a pioneer in teaching modern yoga.
• Krishnamacharya's influence shaped contemporary yoga practices.
• The role of nationalism played a significant part in yoga's evolution.
• Madhava Saji introduced healing methods in yoga.
• Krishnamacharya's teaching style was unique and influential.
• The flowing aspect of yoga was a response to modernism.
• Physical culture influenced the development of yoga.
• Krishnamacharya's legacy continues through his students.
• The future of yoga is a blend of tradition and modernity.

Chapters

00:00 The Origins of Modern Yoga
02:14 Key Figures in Yoga's Evolution
04:44 The Role of Krishnamacharya
06:59 The Influence of Historical Context
09:23 The Development of Vinyasa Yoga
11:38 Krishnamacharya's Teaching Methods
13:57 Cultural Influences on Yoga
15:58 The Intersection of Tradition and Modernity
18:34 Theatrical Elements in Yoga Practice
20:33 Personal Motivations Behind Yoga's Evolution
22:17 Conclusion and Reflections on Yoga's Journey
29:30 The Bizarre Turn of Events
31:21 Western Influence on Yoga
32:39 The Importance of Sweating in Ashtanga Yoga
34:32 Military Influence on Modern Yoga
37:29 Cultural Responses to Physical Culture
38:59 Individual Practices vs. Systematized Sequences
40:40 Contextualizing Yoga in Tradition
42:00 The Milieu of Accelerated Motion
49:39 Postmodernism and Movement Paradigms

Elliott Goldberg
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