The Elements of Ayurveda Podcast

 

 

Ayurveda is the ancient holistic healing system of India and translates to ‘Wisdom of Life’. Colette, the host, will share the teachings of Ayurveda, Yoga and various holistic health topics. Always curious, she will be interviewing inspirational people along the way. Her humble wish is to empower you to take charge of your health and wellbeing!

Ayurvedic Wisdom on Exercise and Recovery

May 29, 2025

Episode 394

In this solo episode Colette explores listening to your body's needs and the wisdom of Ayurveda when choosing your exercise and recovery program. She discusses moving with intention and emphasizing regeneration over depletion, especially in our fast-paced culture where over-exercising is common. She covers the following:

  • Core Ayurvedic principles to consider when choosing an exercise program:

    •  Strength and stamina (bala)

    • Digestive fire (agni)

    • Vitality (ojas)

    • Season (ritu)

    • Age (jara)

    • Constitution (prakriti)

    • Current state of health (vikriti)

  • Best exercises for vata, pitta and kapha. 
  • Signs of imbalance in each dosha and how to modify exercise accordingly.
  • Recovery requirements for each dosha type.

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