Dharma Talk with Henry Winslow
Health & Fitness:Alternative Health
Derrick “DJ” Townsel (@dade2shelby) is a former NFL athlete and currently an Orlando-based yoga teacher, health coach, and personal trainer. DJ recently competed on Season 1 of NBC’s The Titan Games with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, where much to his modest embarrassment, DJ was introduced as a “yoga master.” By sharing his journey and practice openly and enthusiastically, he inspires countless individuals worldwide, especially men and people of color, to take up a yoga practice for its physical, mental, and spiritual benefits.
In this episode, you’ll hear from DJ on:
[09.52] Carving out his own path. He recounts his unconventional route from NFL athlete to inspirational yoga teacher. He is happy to defy stereotypes and remains resolute in his determination to help others improve their fitness and discover their true selves through yoga.[18.01] Yoga as his driving force. In addition to his impressive physical practice, Derrick is a passionate advocate for the emotional and spiritual benefits of yoga, which informs every aspect of his life.
[26.27] Competing in The Titan Games. DJ shares how he was able to make use of meditative breathing techniques to help him focus and still his mind whilst taking part in the show’s rigorous physical challenges.
[32.46] His advice to prospective yoga students. For those who may feel uncomfortable or self-conscious about participating in a yoga class, DJ recommends creating a safe space on the mat, forgetting about other people and focusing on the practice.
[40.43] His unusual ambition. Inspired by his uncle, an influential teacher who set foot in each of the seven continents, Derrick intends to travel the world teaching yoga and vows to perform a handstand in every continent.
Announcements:
Visit https://www.henryyoga.com/masterclass to get your free 60-minute hatha vinyasa masterclass Follow @henryyoga.app on Instagram Visit www.warriorbridge.com/teachertraining to learn more about their upcoming teacher trainings Check out https://yogaeastaustin.com/forrestyoga/ to learn more about Ana Forrest and Jose Calarco’s weekend of workshops in Austin. Visit https://henrywins.com/events/ to view all my upcoming workshops
Links from this episode:
The Celestine Prophecy by James Redfield- Grab a copy of DJ’s recommended book Looking for your next book to read? Check out the list of every book recommended on Dharma Talk
Get in touch with DJ:
Follow on @dade2shelby Instagram Visit https://www.dade2shelby.net
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Credits:
Music by Momentology (@momentologymusic) Production and audio engineering by Ease of MindDT 108: Be Receptive to Grace with Sri Dharma Mittra
DT 107: Stretching Redefined with Jules Mitchell
DT 106: A Touch of Humor with Pedro Luna and Bryan Holub
DT 105: Dissect the Whole with Leslie Kaminoff
DT 104: Service Depends on Connection with Elena Brower
DT 103: Treat the Individual with Amanbir Singh
DT 102: Choose to Be Enough with Janet Stone
DT 100: Meditate and Co-Create with Ajeet Kaur
DT 099: Work From the Inside Out with Laruga Glaser
DT 098: Jump in the Circle with Francisco Morales-Bermudez
DT 097: Support in the Struggle with Gianna Purcell and Carolina Villalba
DT 096: Sing With Devotion with Audrey Sarquilla
DT 095: Growth in Discomfort with Carmen Aguilar
DT 094: Bring Back Our Values with Jeff Krasno
DT 093: Your Questions Answered with Henry Winslow
DT 092: Decide to Be Your Best with Jacob Manning
DT 091: Disobey the Lie with Ana Forrest and Jose Calarco
DT 090: Look Into the Shadows with Bee Bosnak
DT 089: Exist Gently with Joseph Armstrong
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