Yogis Archives - YOGA PRACTICE https://yogapractice.com YOGA PRACTICE Sun, 08 Nov 2020 03:57:40 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.6.12 https://yogapractice.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/cropped-cropped-Retreats_tr-192x192-2-32x32.png Yogis Archives - YOGA PRACTICE https://yogapractice.com 32 32 Interview with Jonah Kest @kestyoga https://yogapractice.com/yoga/interview-with-jonah-kest/ https://yogapractice.com/yoga/interview-with-jonah-kest/#respond Tue, 27 Oct 2020 21:01:50 +0000 https://yogapractice.com/?p=16093 Between classes, workshops, virtual teacher training certifications, and Spotify meditations, Jonah Kest has something for every step of your yoga journey. This talented yogi was born to vinyasa yoga pioneer Jonny Kest, and one of the first yoga business owners, Milla Kest. Not only was Jonah destined to follow the path of yoga, but he…

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]]> Between classes, workshops, virtual teacher training certifications, and Spotify meditations, Jonah Kest has something for every step of your yoga journey. This talented yogi was born to vinyasa yoga pioneer Jonny Kest, and one of the first yoga business owners, Milla Kest. Not only was Jonah destined to follow the path of yoga, but he started to develop for his lifelong practice at an incredibly young age. He maintained other interests growing up, such as basketball, boxing, and track, which showed him the importance of finding a balance between strength and flexibility. Today, Jonah enjoys sharing his travels, diet, and yoga practice with the world and is inspired to help others live their best life through the teachings of impermanence, compassion, and humility.

When did you first try yoga?
Growing up in a yoga family, my father introduced me to yoga at a very young age. I can remember walking the yoga room at 3 years old. But I just tell people I was handstanding out the womb 🙂

How many years have you been practicing yoga?
Ive been practicing for 15 years and teaching for 7

Who was the first teacher that greatly influenced you?
My father Jonny Kest

When did you decide to become a yoga teacher and why?
I became a teacher to share the gifts that had done so much for me. Sharing the practice changed everything.

How much time do you devote to your yoga practice per day/week?
I devote about an hour a day. Continuity of practice is the secret to success

 

 

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What is the hardest yoga pose that you have ever found?
Meditation seems to be the most challenging yoga pose for me. To just sit and do nothing is so difficult.

What advice would you give to those who are just starting their yoga journey?
Start with what’s necessary. Then do what’s possible and suddenly you’re doing the impossible 🙂

How often do you meditate? (Min per day / once per day)
Every day I meditate about 20-30 mins. The morning seems to be the best time for me.

What are your Top 3 favorite places? they can be anywhere on earth
India, Hawaii and Bali!

 

 

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What are your Top 3 favorite movies that everyone should watch?
India, Hawaii and Bali!

Do you have any favorite TV Shows? If so, what are your Top 3?
The shawshank redemption, Way of the Peaceful warrior and Life of Pi

What are the Top 3 YouTube channels that you regularly watch?
Prison break, The last dance and friends

What are your Top 3 favorite books that have influenced your life in some way?
The London Reel, Joe Rogan and Asap Science

 

 

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What are your Top 10 songs (for 2019-2020)? 

What are the Top 5 modern yogis you admire and that the readers should check out? Do they have an Instagram?
@Bryan_kest @dylanwerneryoga @Sadhguru @Talia_sutra @Seanecorn

As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?
I wanted to be an NBA player! Basketball was my first love

What was your first ever job?
I worked at a smoothie shop. I made the best vegan smoothie in town

 

 

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What time do you wake up? What about going to sleep?
Extra early here on Kauai. 6:30am. 10pm bedtime.

What do you do in the first 30 minutes after waking up?
Went into the river and cold plunged

Do you drink coffee? If so, how do you take it?
Yes, I love a nice French press. I also love to grind my own beans.

Do you drink alcohol? If so, what’s your drink of choice?
nope

 

 

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What type of food do you gravitate towards? (your diet)
Plant-based foods

If you could have any superpower in the world, what would it be?
To fly

If you had the ability to change yourself would you, and if so, what would you change?
Why would I change if there’s nothing wrong with me? We are perfect the way we are.

What are your hobbies other than yoga?
Photography is a huge passion of mine

 

 

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What are the three basic rules that you live by?
Be honest, always do your best and trust the proccess

If you received a gift of $1 billion, how would you spend it?
I would invest it into people and companies who are making a positive environmental impact on the planet. + buy a beautiful home in Hawaii.

If you could invite any person in history, dead or alive, to dinner, who would you choose?
The buddha without hesitation

What new skill would you like to master in the next 3 years?
1 arm handstand

What is one piece of advice that you would give to your younger self?
Take it easy on yourself. Its all gonna be okay

How much time do you spend on your phone per day?
a few hours!

What are the top 5 apps you spend the most time on?
Instagram, mail, chess, Spotify and Vsco

Whose interview would you like to read next on this site?
@nayitavp

 

 

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]]> https://yogapractice.com/yoga/interview-with-jonah-kest/feed/ 0 Interview with Kylan Fischer @yoga_ky https://yogapractice.com/yoga/interview-with-kylan-fischer-yoga_ky/ https://yogapractice.com/yoga/interview-with-kylan-fischer-yoga_ky/#respond Sat, 17 Oct 2020 02:45:01 +0000 https://yogapractice.com/?p=15878 Kylan Fischer is a yoga instructor and plant-based health coach with degrees in business marketing and liberal arts. This vibrant yogi also holds certifications in yoga, SUP yoga, sports nutrition, and rescue scuba diving. Kylan views yoga as a form of magic with the potential to make people feel better from the inside out, and…

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]]> Kylan Fischer is a yoga instructor and plant-based health coach with degrees in business marketing and liberal arts. This vibrant yogi also holds certifications in yoga, SUP yoga, sports nutrition, and rescue scuba diving. Kylan views yoga as a form of magic with the potential to make people feel better from the inside out, and she’s eager to share it with the world. Over the years, she has relished in the opportunity to teach various classes, workshops, and retreats. From skincare, workouts, and yoga tutorials to motivational quotes, vegan recipes, and travel tips – this bendy beauty seeks to enlighten others with her inspiring, health-based lifestyle on a daily basis.

When did you first try yoga?
I first tried yoga in an LA fitness gym when I was 15. I didn’t fall in love with it until 5 years later when I found a studio I loved!

How many years have you been practicing yoga?
15

 

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Who was the first teacher that greatly influenced you?
Polina was my teacher during my teacher trainer. I though her practice was beautiful and it inspired me to take my practice to the next level.

When did you decide to become a yoga teacher and why?
When I was 22 I received my certification. I loved the practice and wanted to share it with the world.

How much time do you devote to your yoga practice per day/week?
1 hour/ 3-4 days per week

 

 

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What is the hardest yoga pose that you have ever found?
Lotus handstand! I love it because it is the perfect combo of strength, flexibility, and balance.

What advice would you give to those who are just starting their yoga journey?
Consistency is key!

How often do you meditate? (Min per day / once per day)
5 minutes a day.

What are your Top 3 favorite places? they can be anywhere on earth
New Zealand, California, Hawaii

 

 

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What are your Top 3 favorite movies that everyone should watch?
I don’t have any favorite movies.

Do you have any favorite TV Shows? If so, what are your Top 3?
Friends, friends, and friends

What are the Top 3 YouTube channels that you regularly watch?
I don’t watch a whole lot of YouTube.

What are your Top 3 favorite books that have influenced your life in some way?
The Buddhist bootcamp by Timber Hawkeye is my all time favorite.

 

 

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What are your Top 10 songs (for 2019-2020)? 
“Jack Johnson:
Banana pancakes,
Better together,
I got you,
Angel,
Imagine

Donovan Frankenreiter:
Free,
Butterfly,
Make you mine,
Live love laughter,
Pass it around”

What are the Top 5 modern yogis you admire and that the readers should check out? Do they have an Instagram?
@lamise, Talia Sutra, Tawny Janae

As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A marine biologist

What was your first ever job?
Dance teacher

 

 

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What time do you wake up? What about going to sleep?
10pm/ 6:30am

What do you do in the first 30 minutes after waking up?
Drink coffee

Do you drink coffee? If so, how do you take it?
Yes! I use vanilla almond milk with vanilla coffee

Do you drink alcohol? If so, what’s your drink of choice?
Wine occasionally

 

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What type of food do you gravitate towards? (your diet)
Vegan diet for life. I try to eat the rainbow.

If you could have any superpower in the world, what would it be?
Read minds

If you had the ability to change yourself would you, and if so, what would you change?
No

What are your hobbies other than yoga?
Surf. I surf every morning.

 

 

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What are the three basic rules that you live by?
Do no harm. Be kind. Think before I speak.

If you received a gift of $1 billion, how would you spend it?
I would save animals, save people, and try to make the world a better place.

If you could invite any person in history, dead or alive, to dinner, who would you choose?
My Fiancé will always be my dinner date of choice. Forever and always.

What new skill would you like to master in the next 3 years?
Press handstands

 

 

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What is one piece of advice that you would give to your younger self?
Go for it and stop looking back.

How much time do you spend on your phone per day?
A few hours a day because I work mostly on my phone.

What are the top 5 apps you spend the most time on?
Instagram, emails, zoom, perfect video, Lightroom.

Whose interview would you like to read next on this site?
Lamise. I’ve always admired her practice.

 

 

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]]> https://yogapractice.com/yoga/interview-with-kylan-fischer-yoga_ky/feed/ 0 Interview with Mary Ochsner @maryochsner https://yogapractice.com/yoga/interview-with-mary-ochsner-maryochsner/ https://yogapractice.com/yoga/interview-with-mary-ochsner-maryochsner/#respond Sat, 10 Oct 2020 03:46:42 +0000 https://yogapractice.com/?p=15929 Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or a total yoga newbie, Mary Ochsner is ready to help bring your yoga dreams to fruition through a wide range of beginner yoga tutorials. This certified yoga teacher is passionate about helping others transform their lives through consistent, judgment-free, and inspiring daily yoga practice. While her yoga journey started…

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]]> Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or a total yoga newbie, Mary Ochsner is ready to help bring your yoga dreams to fruition through a wide range of beginner yoga tutorials. This certified yoga teacher is passionate about helping others transform their lives through consistent, judgment-free, and inspiring daily yoga practice. While her yoga journey started as simply a new workout regime, she quickly realized the power it had to transform her body and mind. If you’re looking to start a yoga practice or deepen an existing one, check out Mary’s incredible podcast, “Her Vibe is Pretty,” or explore the Mary Ochsner Yoga App.

When did you first try yoga?

I took a community yoga class back in 2011 because I thought it sounded like a “cool” workout HA! And ended up being so much more than that!

How many years have you been practicing yoga?
9 years

 

 

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Who was the first teacher that greatly influenced you?

Rachel Brathen – @yoga_girl on insta!

When did you decide to become a yoga teacher and why?

Yoga was the only practice that I actually looked forward to doing. It had such a positive influence on my life that I knew I wanted to share it with others. I decided to sign up for YTT in 2016 and started teaching once a week. A few years later I quit my job and went head first into the yoga world and never looked back!

How much time do you devote to your yoga practice per day/week?

I practice almost every single day. Sometimes for 5 minutes other times for hours! It totally varies and that’s okay 🙂 As long as I’m consistent, that is all that really matters to me!

 

 

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What is the hardest yoga pose that you have ever found?

Handstand! I’ve been working toward it for years. It’s taught me to be humble and patient in my practice.

What advice would you give to those who are just starting their yoga journey?

It’s okay to be a beginner and not have any idea what you’re doing! We all start somewhere 🙂 The goal of yoga isn’t to have a perfect yoga pose, but instead to show up, move and connect to our bodies and breathe deep!

How often do you meditate? (Min per day / once per day)

About 20 minutes every day

What are your Top 3 favorite places? they can be anywhere on earth

Hawaii, Capri in Italy, Michigan

 

 

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What are your Top 3 favorite movies that everyone should watch?

I’m a huge movie person so there are so many! But I tend to like dark/thriller type movies. The first few movies that come to mind are Fight Club, The Dark Knight, and Pulp Fiction

Do you have any favorite TV Shows? If so, what are your Top 3?

Game of Thrones, New Girl, Ozark

What are the Top 3 YouTube channels that you regularly watch?

Honestly I don’t really watch YouTube, but lately I’ve been practicing with a Wim Hof and Joe Dispenza breath work/meditation. My husband usually has Joe Rogan on a lot too so I guess I get sucked into watching that!

What are your Top 3 favorite books that have influenced your life in some way?

Oh goodness, so many! The 4 Hour Work Week by Tim Ferriss, You Are A Badass by Jen Sincero, and Journey to the Heart by Melody Beattie

 

 

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What are your Top 10 songs (for 2019-2020)? 

I’ve had this playlist on repeat this summer! 

What are the Top 5 modern yogis you admire and that the readers should check out? Do they have an Instagram?

There are so many!! @yoga_girl, @phyllicia.bonanno, @esthermarieyoga, @dannipomplun, @jasoncrandell, @adellbridges, @jessicarichburg @priti_yoga, @meditatingwithdeandre, @meditatingwithdeandre, @miz.liz, and @Elaina.embodied

As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

I wanted to be a writer, dancer, veterinarian and spy.

What was your first ever job?

I worked at a bakery

 

 

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What time do you wake up? What about going to sleep?

I’m usually in bed by 11 and up before 8

What do you do in the first 30 minutes after waking up?

I start my morning routine! (It’s been a game changer for me) I get out of bed, and go into our spare room to start my breath work and meditation (for usually 20-60 minutes), have coffee with my husband, journal, and then start my day!

Do you drink coffee? If so, how do you take it?

Oh yes! I love sweet creamy coffee & lattes!

Do you drink alcohol? If so, what’s your drink of choice?

Yes! Vodka & lemonade

 

 

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What type of food do you gravitate towards? (your diet)

I don’t follow any specific diet – everything in moderation! But I do my best to eat healthy & wholesome foods and try to avoid processed/fake foods.

If you could have any superpower in the world, what would it be?

To fly!

If you had the ability to change yourself would you, and if so, what would you change?

I honestly love myself the way I am, but for fun, I would make myself so freaking funny! Like the funny friend who always makes you laugh until your stomach hurts!

What are your hobbies other than yoga?

I love to travel, read, watch movies, paddle board, go boating, paint, calligraphy, eat delicious food and take care of my plant babies.

 

 

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What are the three basic rules that you live by?

Be kind to everyone. Love yourself. Have fun!

If you received a gift of $1 billion, how would you spend it?

I would invest most of it, use it to help people kick start their own businesses and also take all of my friends and family on an EPIC vacay! Wanna come?!

If you could invite any person in history, dead or alive, to dinner, who would you choose?

Jesus. I would want to ask how I can better live this life on Earth

What new skill would you like to master in the next 3 years?
Inner Peace

 

 

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What is one piece of advice that you would give to your younger self?
Trust your gut. If you’re feeling called to do something, DO IT!

How much time do you spend on your phone per day?

Ahh I’m too embarassed to say HAHA! A lot!

What are the top 5 apps you spend the most time on?
Instagram, InShot, Podcast App, Messages, Facebook

Whose interview would you like to read next on this site?
@esthermarieyoga she is AMAZING

 

 

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