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 Support the Podcast, Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/infoRf 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 Instagram: @dr.john.campbell | tibethouse.us Keen on Yoga Website: www.keenonyoga.com Follow Adam: @keen_on_yoga | @adam_keen_ashtanga Retreats with Adam: https://www.keenonyoga.com/ashtanga-yoga-retreats Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Keenonyoga Become a Patron: https://www.keenonyoga.com/patrons/