SPEAKING WITH A PURPOSE
BOOKING Ann
About Ann
Hi! I’m Ann Swanson
I empower people to heal themselves by making yoga and mind-body practices non-intimidating and practical.
It really seems magical, but mounting scientific research supports the benefits of mind-body practices like yoga for pain relief, improved mental health, better sleep, and more. There is a reason that these ancient practices have stood the test of time.
This truly works!
I am a science nerd. I speak and teach on the key research supporting yoga and meditation, along with the basic anatomy for adapting yoga to be safe, effective, and accessible for all body types and conditions. My books, Science of Yoga and Meditation for the Real World, present the science and practice in a straightforward and simple way.
…But I am also open to spirituality. I embrace that word, but you don’t have to call it “spirituality” if you don’t feel comfortable with it. Call it “a life of more purpose” or “deeper meaning”. Either way, I believe there are some questions that science perhaps can’t answer, but we will continue to ask and continue to explore with endless curiosity.
I love talking about the science of yoga & mind-body practices in a straightforward and engaging format. Every talk I give incorporates experiential practices and practical tips to take with you.
Speaking Topics
I love to talk about the following topics:
Mindfulness, Your Brain, & Neuroplasticity
Science of Yoga for Stress Management
Science of Yoga for Pain Relief
Science of Yoga for Boosting Immunity
Yoga for Combatting Lifestyle Diseases (heart disease, diabetes, cancer…)
Yoga for Arthritis and Chronic Pain
Yoga Therapy in Healthcare
Accessible Yoga for Everybody—intelligently adapting the practice for people with health conditions & who perhaps believe they can’t do yoga.
I have experience speaking to:
Healthcare practitioners
U.S. military
Conferences
Active retirement communities
College students
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I also offer day to week-long workshops on the science of yoga, yoga for arthritis, and more.