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In this episode, Ariana and Jules get into the distinctions between randomized clinical trials (RCTs), feasibility studies, and pilot studies. They discuss the importance of understanding these methodologies in the context of yoga research and the common misconceptions surrounding them. The conversation highlights the role of preliminary studies in developing effective interventions and the significance of case studies in building evidence for future research. Additionally, they explore the concept of the null hypothesis and its implications in research design. Takeaways ?RCTs are designed to ..read more

In this episode, Ariana and Jules discuss a planned study on the efficacy of an online yoga intervention for cancer patients, specifically those with high-grade gliomas, and their caregivers. They explore the unique aspects of the study, including its design, the importance of trial registration, and the challenges faced in previous online yoga research. The conversation highlights the potential benefits of online yoga for improving mental health and well-being in this vulnerable population. Takeaways ?The study focuses on high-grade glioma patients and their caregivers. ?Online yoga is a comp ..read more

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Calling all body-nerds, science-buffs, and curious yogis! Dive into the fascinating world of biomechanics with Jules Mitchell in this intensive 3-day course. Discover how to create positive adaptations through your asana practice by integrating the latest research and foundational principles of exercise science. Gain practical insights that will revolutionize the way you teach and practice yoga. From differentiating anatomy and biomechanics to exploring pain science and intentional loading techniques, this course covers it all. Elevate your understanding of alignment cues, prop placement, and ..read more

Transform the way you move with Jules Mitchell’s Somatic Principles course. This in-depth program helps you explore movement through the lens of somatics, improving your body awareness, coordination, and efficiency. By integrating somatic practices into your yoga teaching or personal practice, you’ll gain tools to understand the nervous system's role in movement and learn to support functional body mechanics. Whether you're looking to prevent injury, enhance performance, or simply deepen your practice, this course offers an accessible and insightful approach to improving how you move. Key Topi ..read more

In this episode, Ariana and Jules discuss the significance of Patient Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) in understanding patient experiences, particularly focusing on the Pain Catastrophizing Scale (PCS) and the Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia (TSK). They delve into the process of validating and shortening these surveys, emphasizing the importance of reliability and validity in research. The conversation also highlights the limitations of the study, particularly regarding gender representation, and concludes with insights from the survey questions that can enhance compassion and understanding in ..read more

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