Yoga That Works
Yoga that Works is for people who have full days of work and also big goals (just like you & me). They want to be more intentional with where they put their energy and want to have a Yoga practice that fits and supports their life because every time they practice they feel unstoppable after. In each episode, I share simple practices & real-life insights to help you build a realistic routine, on & off the mat, that keeps you going, with more energy, calmer and connected to what really matters in your life.
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How Yoga Can Support Your Gut Health
05/05/2026
How Yoga Can Support Your Gut Health
In this episode, I am joined by Tiffany Pridgen, nurse, neuroscientist, GI physiology researcher, equestrian athlete & Yoga teacher, for a conversation about the gut-brain axis, digestive health, chronic discomfort, nervous system regulation & how Yoga can become a tool to support the way we feel in our body. We talk about how digestion is not only something happening in the stomach or intestines, but part of a much bigger communication system between the gut, the brain, the immune system & the nervous system, and how practices like breath, Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga, gentle compression, twists & self-myofascial release (MFR) can help us create more awareness, safety & agency in the body. In this episode you'll learn: ● What the gut-brain axis actually is & why it matters for your daily life. ● How digestive discomfort can affect your nervous system, mood, energy & mental health. ● Why Yoga can be such a powerful support for gut health without trying to replace medical care. ● How simple practices like diaphragmatic breathing, gentle pressure, twists, yin & restorative Yoga can support digestion & nervous system regulation. ● Why it does not have to be a full class or a complicated routine to make a difference, and how one small tool can already change the way you relate to discomfort in your body. ● Introducing the digestion support series inside the Yoga Life Lab, inspired by Tiffany’s work & this conversation. This is Yoga that Works! ● Join the Yoga Life Lab to practice with the new series: ● Connect with Gwen on ● Connect with Tiffany on If you are ready for our journey together & never want to miss an episode, subscribe & leave a review. Thanks for tuning in!
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Going Back to Basics
04/21/2026
Going Back to Basics
In this episode, we dive into going back to the basics and how something as familiar as Sun Salutations can become a practice you actually use when you are on your own, whether you are on your mat, in your kitchen, or simply in between two moments of your day where you have a few minutes for yourself. Highlights include: Why it can feel difficult to practice on your own, even when you already “know” the poses, and how that impacts your ability to stay consistent. Strategies for using Sun Salutations as a foundation, not something to perform, but something you can adapt depending on your energy, your time, and what your body needs that day. Exploring how to simplify your practice so it becomes something you can return to anywhere, without overthinking, and how that creates a practice that supports your real life. Introducing the Yoga Snacks series inside the Life Lab, including a five-minute Sun Salutation designed to help you build that foundation and feel comfortable moving on your own. Join the Yoga Life Lab: Connect with Gwen : Subscribe for updates: If you are ready for our journey together & never want to miss an episode, subscribe & leave a review. Thanks for tuning in!
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Changing Routine: Letting Your Practice Evolve
03/30/2026
Changing Routine: Letting Your Practice Evolve
In this episode, we explore the pressure of keeping a perfect routine and how allowing change can actually make your practice more supportive, more sustainable, and more connected to your real life. Instead of trying to follow something rigid and identical every day, this episode invites you to see your routine as something alive, something that adapts with your schedule, your energy, and what you need in the moment. Through personal stories and practical insights, you will start to shift the way you approach consistency, letting go of the idea that it has to look perfect in order to work. Highlights include: ● Why routines don’t need to be identical every day to be effective, and how redefining consistency can remove a lot of pressure from your practice. ● How allowing change in your practice helps you notice more, understand your body better, and make choices that actually support you. ● The difference between forcing a routine and letting it adapt to your life, and why that shift makes it easier to stay consistent in the long term. ● How to start exploring what works for you, even when it’s not clear what you need, and how that process builds confidence in your own practice. ● A simple way to rethink your routine so it becomes something flexible, realistic, and supportive instead of something you feel like you are falling short of. If you are ready for our journey together and want a practice that actually supports your life, make sure to subscribe and leave a review. Thanks for tuning in. ● Join the Yoga ● Connect with Gwen on ● Get more information
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Less is More: How MFR Helps Regulate the Nervous System
03/03/2026
Less is More: How MFR Helps Regulate the Nervous System
In this episode, we explore why intensity is not always the answer when it comes to tension, fatigue, or feeling unsettled in your body. I share how myofascial release (MFR) can support nervous system regulation, and why choosing less pressure, less force, and more awareness often creates deeper and more sustainable results. If you have full days, big responsibilities, and struggle to feel truly settled even when you stop, this episode will help you understand what your body might actually need. Highlights include: ● Why tension is often a nervous system strategy, not just a muscle problem. ● How fascia communicates with your brain and influences regulation. ● The difference between intensity and safety in your Yoga practice. ● A simple 5-minute MFR structure you can use at home. ● How learning to soften under pressure on the mat changes how you respond to pressure in daily life. Join the Yoga Life Lab: Connect with Gwen on Instagram: Subscribe for updates:
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Creating Balance
02/05/2026
Creating Balance
In this episode of Yoga that Works, we take an honest look at what balance actually means when life does not unfold as planned. This week became a lived example of the practice itself, when priorities shifted, plans changed, and doing the bare minimum was all that was available. Through reflections on the mat and in daily life, this episode explores how balance is not about equal parts effort and rest, but about listening, choosing, and responding to what is truly there. We talk about how the regulation we practice on the mat is not meant for the poses themselves, but for the way we live, make decisions, and meet pressure later on. Because if what we are doing on the mat is not helping us in real life, then it is not a yoga practice that works. This episode is an invitation to let go of the all or nothing mindset, to see balance as something seasonal and responsive, and to trust that sometimes creating balance means doing just enough, and letting that be enough. Highlights include: ● Why balance is not 50/50 and does not need to look the same every day or every week ● How real life priorities can become part of the practice instead of something we fight against ● The difference between pushing automatically and choosing consciously when to push or rest ● Why doing the bare minimum can be a balanced and supportive choice ● A short guided reflection to help you tune into what you actually have available right now SHOW LINKS: ● Join the Yoga Life Lab: ● Connect with Gwen on Instagram: ● Take the Quiz: If you are ready for our journey together and never want to miss an episode, subscribe and leave a review. Thank you for listening and for practicing balance in your own way.
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Are you following or listening?
01/20/2026
Are you following or listening?
In this episode, we explore the pressure of doing in your Yoga practice & how it shows up in both group classes and private sessions. Gwen shares what she sees in students from teaching multiple classes each week & explains how the urge to keep up, get it right, or do it perfectly can pull us away from listening to what we truly need. This episode is an invitation to listen, especially at the start of the year, & reconnect with choice, awareness, and trust. Highlights include: ● Why keeping up is not required for your practice to work ● How the pressure of doing shows up in all styles of Yoga ● Why taking a break is still part of the practice ● Building confidence through small, conscious choices ● A simple reflection to bring into your next class SHOW LINKS: ● Join the Yoga Life Lab: ● Connect with Gwen on Instagram: ● Subscribe for updates: If you are ready for our journey together & never want to miss an episode, subscribe to the podcast. Did you enjoy this episode? Please leave a review or send your take-away to Gwen! Thanks for tuning in.
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When performance sneaks into your Yoga practice
09/16/2025
When performance sneaks into your Yoga practice
In this episode, we dive into the performance that sneaks into your Yoga practice. How to recognize it & what to shift to bring more confidence. Highlights include: Where can you find integrity in your strength & shift your focus from "How much can I do" to "'How well can I do it". Strategies for a change of perspective & why it matters. Exploring 3 simples practices to bring into your Yoga practice to bring back the integrity. Experience this in a recorded Yoga class online inside the Life Lab. A well-deserved pause in your practice & your life. Links: Connect with Gwen: Join the Life Lab: Subscribe for new strategies each week:
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You’re not doing it wrong: Recognizing & Moving past imposter syndrome in Yoga
09/02/2025
You’re not doing it wrong: Recognizing & Moving past imposter syndrome in Yoga
In this episode, we dive into how imposter syndrome shows up in your Yoga practice & what you can do about it. Highlights include: Recognizing imposter syndrome on the mat & how it disguises itself as doubt, comparison, and judgment. Strategies to shift your focus from “doing it right” to “noticing what you feel,” so your practice becomes more meaningful. Practical ways to counter self-doubt in your practice with awareness, curiosity, & compassion. Introducing LifeLab, created to support you in building confidence & consistency in your Yoga journey. Learn more about (2 spots left for founding member) Connect with me on Instagram: Join our community: Subscribe for updates: Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE and leave a rating and review if you enjoyed this episode. Thanks!
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Knowing who you are to know your practice
08/19/2025
Knowing who you are to know your practice
In this special format episode, I take you through the mindset of understanding who you are, as it impacts your practice & your routines. Here are the promtps mentionned during the episode: 1.If you could describe yourself without using your job, roles, or labels — who are you? 2.What have you tried so far to know yourself better? 3.On a scale from 1 to 10, how much do you think you know yourself? 4.What’s something you’ve been pretending not to know about yourself? 5.What part of yourself have you been hiding from others? Share your answers with me via DM in Instagram to start planting the seeds of a living your life your way. To keep doing the work, join YOU-Unlocked free event & understand how your practice & routines will guide you into knowing who you are & trusting yourself to live your life your own way. Send a DM to Gwen with your answers: Join us inside Subscribe for updates: If you are ready for our journey together & never want to miss an episode, subscribe & leave a review. Thanks for tuning in!
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Trust yourself with your Yoga practice
08/05/2025
Trust yourself with your Yoga practice
In this episode, we explore what it truly means to trust your intuition — even when everything around you says not to. 🎙️ What to expect: A deeply personal story of the moment I chose to listen to my gut Why intuition is often drowned out by expectations — and how to tune back in The role of daily practice (movement, breath, meditation) in staying connected to yourself How to navigate the pressure of “fitting in” while staying true to who you are This episode is for women who are done trying to fit in and are ready to live from within. If you’ve been told how to act, what to want, or who to be — and it never really sat right — this one’s for you. ✨ Join my free live event: YOU-Unlocked We’ll go deeper into this and more — it’s a space to reconnect with yourself and feel more clear, confident, and grounded in your own path. If you are ready for our journey together & never want to miss an episode, subscribe & leave a review. Thanks for tuning in!
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What is your deepest motivation?
07/22/2025
What is your deepest motivation?
In this episode, we explore what it means to find your motivation inside you: Highlights include: Understand what you want from your life Letting go of the surface level motivation & bringing your power from inside you Exploring your deepest motivators & how to access it Introducing your FREE live event YOU-Unlocked SHOW LINKS: Send a DM to Gwen to save your spot inside YOU-Unlocked: Subscribe for updates: If you are ready for our journey together & never want to miss an episode, subscribe & leave a review. Thanks for tuning in!
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Yoga in real life with mindset coach Jaemi Pierson
07/08/2025
Yoga in real life with mindset coach Jaemi Pierson
In this episode, we explore how Yoga fits into real life with Mindset coach Jaemi Pierson. When you feel stuck in a practice that doesn't fit you, there is often more to it than just a wrong practice. Listen to our conversation with Jaemi where she shares her Yoga journey going from "this is not for me" to "this is my daily tool". Jaemi is a mindset coach & she works with female entrepreneurs, helping them level up their minds and build mental frameworks that will separate these high-achievers women from the rest. For more on Jaemi Pierson, check out: Follow Gwen here: 🎧 Connect with Gwen on Instagram: Subscribe for updates: If you are ready for our journey together & never want to miss an episode, subscribe & leave a review. Thanks for tuning in!
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Using your Yoga practice to feed your life
06/24/2025
Using your Yoga practice to feed your life
In this episode, we dive into how your Yoga practice can become a real-life support system, not just something that happens on your mat, but a tool that fuels and empowers your daily life. Highlights include: How to use your Yoga practice as daily support & why it's more than just movement on the mat. Recognizing signs of moving on autopilot mode & how to reconnect through your practice. Personal stories from students and the host, showing how practice impacts real-life challenges—from carrying groceries to showing up with confidence in tough conversations. Introducing the Yoga Practitioner Quiz, a tool to help you discover what kind of practitioner you are & what your practice might be missing. ✨What’s next: A free audio guide is coming soon to help you identify if you’re in autopilot mode & how to change this. Share your results via DM on Instagram to receive your free audio guide Connect with Gwen on Instagram: If you are ready for our journey together & never want to miss an episode, subscribe & leave a review. Thanks for tuning in!
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Why Yoga doesn’t always make you feel good?
06/10/2025
Why Yoga doesn’t always make you feel good?
In this episode, we explore the reasons why you might not always feel good after your Yoga class & what you can do to change this. Highlights include: The one reason why we think Yoga should always make us feel good. Strategies for keeping the benefits of Yoga throughout your week, & why it matters. Exploring your own practice & how to leverage it effectively. Introducing a brand new quizz coming out this week. SHOW LINKS: Watch the free masterclass: Connect with Gwen on Instagram: Subscribe for updates: If you are ready for our journey together & never want to miss an episode, subscribe & leave a review. Thanks for tuning in!
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I don’t know where to start!
05/27/2025
I don’t know where to start!
In this episode, we dive into a common block when it comes to practicing Yoga at home: not knowing where to start. You’ll hear: Why this hesitation is more common than you think What might really be hiding behind that feeling Simple ways to begin, without needing the perfect setup The small things that helped me take the first step years ago Plus, I’m introducing the Life Lab Membership, created to support you if you want to bring Yoga into your daily life in a way that feels sustainable and realistic, especially if you work unusual hours, travel often, or don’t always want to join studio classes on a regular schedule. Inside the membership: – Short & efficient video practices – Themed playlist to find what you need – A growing library of videos – A monthly live class of 60 minutes (replay available) – A community of people figuring it out alongside you If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time, maybe this is it—just not in the way you imagined. SHOW LINKS: Learn more or join the Life Lab: Connect with Gwen on Instagram: Subscribe for updates: Ready for our journey together & never want to miss an episode? Subscribe & leave a review. Thanks for tuning in!
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When is the best time to practice Yoga?
05/13/2025
When is the best time to practice Yoga?
In today’s episode, we dive into one of the most common questions I receive from students and listeners alike: “When is the best time to practice Yoga?” The short answer? It depends. The real answer? Let’s unpack it together. Whether you’re just getting started at home or trying to bring more consistency into your practice, this episode will help you shift your mindset away from perfection and into presence. Because the “best time” isn’t about ticking a box—it’s about choosing what works for you, in your life, on your terms. . Highlights include: Reframing the idea of a “perfect time” and its impact on creating a sustainable practice. Strategies for identifying a practice time that fits your energy, schedule, and lifestyle—and why flexibility matters more than rigidity. Exploring how your Yoga routine can (and should) evolve—and how to use this to your advantage. Introducing a 3-step method to create a personal and realistic home Yoga practice that actually works for you. SHOW LINKS: Watch the free masterclass: Connect with Gwen on Instagram: Subscribe for updates: If you are ready for our journey together & never want to miss an episode, subscribe & leave a review. Thanks for tuning in!
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How do you want to feel every day?
05/13/2025
How do you want to feel every day?
In this episode of Yoga That Works, we shift the conversation from what your practice looks like to how you want to feel every day. Highlights include: Why it’s hard to maintain a home Yoga practice—and why that doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong. A moment of guided reflection to tune into how you feel most days vs. how you want to feel. The real insight: It’s not about doing more—it’s about choosing what supports your life. Strategies to create a sustainable practice that fits your real, busy, beautiful life. SHOW LINKS: Connect with Gwen on Instagram: Subscribe for updates: If you are ready for our journey together & never want to miss an episode, subscribe & leave a review. Thanks for tuning in!
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Welcome to Yoga that Works
05/08/2025
Welcome to Yoga that Works
Yoga that Works is a podcast for people who have full days of work and also big goals (just like me & you). You want to be more intentional with where you put your energy and want to have a Yoga practice that fits and supports your life because every time you practice you feel unstoppable after. In each episode, I will share simple practices & real-life insights to help you build a realistic routine, on & off the mat, that keeps you going, with more energy, calmer and connected to what really matters in your life. In this episode, I welcome you into Yoga that Works. SHOW LINKS: Connect with Gwen on Instagram: Subscribe for updates: If you are ready for our journey together & never want to miss an episode, subscribe & leave a review. Thanks for tuning in!
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