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cole Roger Cole, an accomplished scientist and internationally recognized Iyengar teacher, specializes in the anatomy and physiology of yoga, relaxation, sleep, and biological rhythms. He's renowned for an ability to give clear explanations of complex concepts and translate them into effective actions, on and off the mat.

The Science of Sleep and Insomnia
Instructor: Roger Cole
Monday, September 21
9:00am - 5:30pm: Healing Through Yoga: Session 2
Code: T2COLE

Good sleep keeps you healthy and helps you look, feel, and perform better. Learn the fascinating science of sleep and how to get the most out of it, including practical, drug-free, state-of-the-art yoga and nonyoga techniques proven to alleviate insomnia. Bring several blankets and an eye pillow. Lecture, discussion, gentle asana, and relaxation.



Neurophysiology of Yoga Breathing
Instructor: Roger Cole
Tuesday, September 22
9:00am - 12:00pm: Healing Through Yoga: Session 3a
Code: T3ACOL

The breath and brain are tightly linked. Learn how your nervous system controls respiration and how yoga breathing creates physical changes that alter your conscious experience. We'll apply this knowledge to the practice of relaxation techniques, yoga postures, pranayama, and meditation. Lecture and practice.



Stretching: Physiology and Practice
Instructor: Roger Cole
Tuesday, September 22
2:30pm - 5:30pm: Healing Through Yoga: Session 3b
Code: T3BCOL

Learn how to use stretch reflexes and other principles of physiology to safely and efficiently increase muscle length and strength. We'll alternate between explanation and practice, progressing from the molecular structure of muscles to complex control of movement by the brain. No prior knowledge of physiology needed. Two-thirds lecture and one-third asana practice.



Inversions: Physiology and Practice
Instructor: Roger Cole
Wednesday, September 23
9:00am - 12:00pm: Healing Through Yoga: Session 5
Code: T5COLE

When you turn upside down, your blood pressure, heartbeat, circulation, breathing, hormones, and brain activity are all affected. Learn what happens and how to get the most out of both head-up and head-down postures. Alternative postures will be offered for those who cannot practice full inversions. Lecture and asana practice.



Introduction to Stretching: Physiology and Practice
Instructor: Roger Cole
Friday, September 25
8:00am - 10:00am: Main Conference: Session 1
Code: M1COLE
mixed levels


Learn the basics of using stretch reflexes and other principles of physiology to safely and efficiently increase muscle length and strength. We'll alternate between physiological explanation and active practice. No prior knowledge of physiology needed. Two-thirds lecture and one-third asana practice.**This class has been approved by American Council on Exercise (ACE) for 0.2 CECs.**



Breathing: Physiology and Practice
Instructor: Roger Cole
Saturday, September 26
10:30am - 12:30pm: Main Conference: Session 5a
Code: M5COLE
mixed levels


Learn the basics of breathing science, from the molecular level to its effects on consciousness. We'll explore and practice breathing mechanics and physiology that apply directly to both pranayama and everyday life. Lecture and breathing practice.**This class has been approved by American Council on Exercise (ACE) for 0.2 CECs.**



Yoga Anatomy for Beginners
Instructor: Roger Cole
Saturday, September 26
3:30pm - 5:30pm: Beginners Conference
beginner


This introduction to anatomy will explain what makes various yoga postures work. We'll learn to see, feel, and understand the asanas from the inside out, making practice safer and more effective. Then we'll translate what we've learned into action. Lecture and asana.



Inversions from the Ground Up
Instructor: Roger Cole
Sunday, September 27
10:00am - 12:00pm: Main Conference: Session 7
Code: M7COLE
intermediate


Dramatically enhance your inversions by improving their foundation and then working up your body to align your whole posture. Poses will include Headstand, Shoulderstand, Handstand, and Forearm Balance. Preparatory poses or alternatives will be offered for students with limitations. Asana practice.**This class has been approved by American Council on Exercise (ACE) for 0.2 CECs.**




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