Ari Lipponen: From Dance Floors to Yoga Mats
Ari Lipponen is a beacon in the world of yoga. With his constantly innovative approach to the practice, he is an inspiration to all yoga teachers. But his love for yoga didn't come easily.
What happens when a competitive dancer finds his way to the yoga mat? In this episode of 'Yoga Radio Sessions - Yogapodden', hosts Christian Wigardt and Curt Lundberg chat with Ari Lipponen, a trailblazer in the Swedish yoga scene. Ari's journey is anything but ordinary. Starting as a competitive dancer in Växjö, he transitioned into a yoga teacher who constantly reinvents his practice. Ari's story isn't just about yoga; it's about resilience, creativity, and the relentless pursuit of passion.
Ari shares how his love for yoga wasn't immediate. It took years of teaching up to 25 classes a week in both Pilates and yoga before he found his groove. Now, he introduces new training forms like Piloxing and keeps his Instagram followers engaged with a fresh yoga pose every day for an entire year. But what truly sets Ari apart is his refusal to go on autopilot. His classes are dynamic, filled with vibrant music, and always evolving.
The episode also touches on the impact of social media on the yoga community. Ari talks about how platforms like Instagram inspire him to keep innovating. He even brings back gold medals from fitness conventions in Los Angeles, blending the worlds of fitness and yoga in unique ways. If you're curious about how someone can continually reinvent their practice and stay motivated, this episode offers plenty of inspiration.
Ari's infectious spirit and innovative approach make for an engaging listen that will leave you rethinking your own approach to wellness.