Press Articles and Media
A collection of Gary Kraftsow’s writings, press interviews and podcasts, etc.
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Jess on the Mountain Podcast with Gary Kraftsow
There is so much to say about this episode! You will want to have a pen nearby, as the quotable quotes are nonstop. Gary Kraftsow is one of the master teachers of our time, and he’s here to talk about yoga, chakras, and becoming your own guru! His wealth of knowledge is beyond compare, and…
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Keen on Yoga Podcast with Gary Kraftsow
Gary Kraftsow shares his background and experiences studying with Krishnamacharya and Desikachar. He discusses the teachings he received and the impact they had on his life. He also talks about the relationship between Krishnamacharya and Desikachar and their teaching methods. Kraftsow explains the concepts of Viniyoga and Vinyasa and how they are applied in yoga…
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Nonsectarian but not Secular: Yoga and Religion
Gary talks to J Brown about the historical, philosophical, and religious context in which yoga appeared. They discuss the origins and substance of teachings given by TKV Desikachar at Colgate University in 1976, Patanjali’s interest in the phenomenon of faith rather than the metaphysical nature of the godhead, qualified non-dualism, escaping the materialism of asana,…
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The Yoga of Deśikācar
A dialogue to honour and express gratitude for Sri TKV Deśikācar on the occasion of the 2021 International Day of Yoga. This online event was organised by Yoga Vahini and Ritambhara Ashram. The intent behind this event is for teachers in the tradition of Sri T Krishnamacharya-Desikachar to reflect upon: Four senior teachers in this…
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Embodied Yoga interview with Gary Kraftsow
Listen to Gary’s interview with Mark Walsh of Embodied Yoga as he discusses his days with Deśikācar and Kriṣṇamācārya, Yoga Therapy, the importance of the breath, the lineage of Viniyoga, the multi-dimensional model of the human being, the ultimate goal of yoga as preparation for death.
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Meet Gary Kraftsow
Meet Gary Kraftsow. The first American yoga teacher to be certified by T.K.V. Desikachar and now the leading teacher of Viniyoga Therapy.
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A Viniyoga Sequence for Managing Addictive Behavior in Yoga Journal
Gary Kraftsow was named a Lifetime Contributor and “one of America’s Leading Yoga Therapists” by Yoga Journal magazine. In the July/August 2019 issue, learn more about Viniyoga and experience the power of an integrated Yoga Therapy practice to help manage addictive behavior.
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Positive Life Magazine Recommends Yoga for Life with Gary Kraftsow
Positive Life Magazine has recommended Gary Kraftsow’s workshop, Yoga for Life, at Unity Yoga in Clonakilty, Co. Cork on June 14-16, 2019. Are you living for your yoga practice, or using your yoga practice to help you live your life? Join Gary Kraftsow, Founder & Director of the American Viniyoga Institute, to explore specific Yogic…
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Podcast with Brian James of Medicine Path Yoga
Gary speaks with Brian James of Medicine Path Yoga about the early days on his 40-year yogic path, the meaning of Tantra, the Cakra-s as a symbol system and tool for personal transformation, and what Yoga Therapy is all about.
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Gary Kraftsow – “What is Viniyoga?” Podcast with J. Brown
Gary Kraftsow, founder of the American Viniyoga Institute, author of Yoga for Wellness and Yoga for Transformation, talks with J. about his precedent-setting career in yoga and yoga therapy. They discuss his relationship with TKV Desikachar and the impact it had on his teaching, why the efforts to create a national organization were thwarted, the…
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Righting the Balance of Emotional Well-being
“By engaging every aspect of our being, yoga teaches us how to lift ourselves out of depression and move toward a deeper sense of self.” –Gary Kraftsow, MA, E-RYT 500, Founder and Director American Viniyoga Institute Gary Kraftsow’s latest article on Viniyoga Therapy appears in the Winter 2011-12 issue of Yoga International. Gary reminds us…
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Viniyoga for Low Back Pain: New Study Results Released
Karen Sherman’s first randomized controlled trial (RCT) investigating the effectiveness of yoga for low back pain was published in 2005 in the Annals of Internal Medicine. Her initial study was met by high enthusiasm among Viniyoga teachers and therapists as well as the broader yoga community. Recently, results from Sherman’s second, larger study using the…
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Can Yoga Be Bad for You?
“It’s not about the postures, it’s about the practitioner.”— Gary Kraftsow KQED (NPR affiliate station in Northern California) held a radio show on January 12, 2012about a recent New York Times Magazine article focused on how yoga can cause seriousinjury. The safety of yoga practice was addressed by a panel of speakers including: Gary Kraftsow,…
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For this CEO, mindful management means yoga for employees
View a segment from PBS NewsHour on the classes provided for Aetna employees by the American Viniyoga Institute.
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Patricia Sanzone: A Position of Strength
How a breast cancer survivor and Viniyoga Therapist, Patricia Sanzone, used her love of yoga to help others.
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The Yoga Therapist Will See You Now
An article about Yoga Therapy, featuring two American Viniyoga Institute graduates.
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Teaching Pranayama
“Pranayama, the formal practice of controlling the breath, lies at the heart of yoga. It has a mysterious power to soothe and revitalize a tired body, a flagging spirit, or a wild mind.” Read inspiration from a variety of yogic traditions and teachers (including Gary Kraftsow) about the ancient practice of Pranayama
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Radical Healing: Yoga with Gary Kraftsow
The nationally acclaimed yoga teacher couldn’t move when he woke up from brain surgery. But that didn’t stop him from practicing yoga.
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Yoga Therapy: A Living, Healing Tradition – Part 3
The Inner Art of Yoga Therapy
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Yoga Therapy: A Living, Healing Tradition – Part 2
The city dweller and the nine cities.
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Yoga Therapy: A Living Healing Tradition – Part 1
Vedic Roots of Wisdom
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Yoga Shouldn’t Hurt Panel
Join Ana Forrest, Gary Kraftsow, David Swenson, and William Broad, author of the highly-publicized book, The Science of Yoga: The Risks and Rewards, as they discuss the complexities of this controversial topic. Moderated by Yoga Journal Editor in Chief, Kaitlin Quistgaard.
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A Healing Yoga Sequence to Ease Neck + Shoulder Pain
Spending too much time at your desk? Try this Viniyoga sequence for neck and shoulder relief.
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The Distinction Between a Yoga Class and a Yoga Therapy Session
This article originally appeared in the International Journal of Yoga Therapy — No. 24 (2014). Although yoga as a practice is therapeutic, there are significant differences between a yoga teacher and a yoga therapist, and between a yoga class and a yoga therapy session.
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The Differences Between Yoga Teacher Training Programs and Yoga Therapist Training Programs
This article originally appeared in the International Journal of Yoga Therapy — No. 24 (2014). A yoga teacher training program differs from a yoga therapist training program. We present an overview of the essential contents of each type of program in order to illustrate the differences.
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How Aetna C.E.O. brings health and healing to workplace
Bertolini found healing in Viniyoga, and it helped change the way he viewed recovery.
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The Meaning of Life, A Reflection by Gary Kraftsow
Gary Kraftsow talks about the meaning of life.
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Yoga for Depression: An Integrated Practice
Yoga teaches us how to lift ourselves out of depression and move toward a deeper sense of self. Find out how—and try these poses, breathing exercises, and mantras.
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Yoga As a Religion?
Gary Kraftsow was a member of a panel that discussed issues of yoga and religion with Yoga Journal. When asked if it’s possible to teach the deeper aspects of yoga in a way that doesn’t cross boundaries of ideology and belief, Gary responded, “I think that we can definitely teach a mind-body connection and teach…
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Where is Yoga Headed These Days? The Experts Discuss its Evolution, and Future
Gary joins a panel with Seane Corn, Rodney Yee and Colleen Saidman at the Omega Institute to discuss the commercialization of yoga.