EP 136: From Burnout to Breath – An Athlete’s Healing Path with Yoga & Plants

When a lifelong competitive athlete and varsity basketball player suddenly couldn’t breathe, it wasn't a call to push harder—it was a call to stop. Nicolette Richer sits down with Emily Kane, owner of Yoga Cara in Whistler, who traded her “boot camp” mindset for a spiritual and restorative yoga practice after nine months of chronic bronchitis. They dive into why eliminating dairy cleared her lungs, how she built a thriving, heart-centered studio in a town of elite athletes, and why she believes yoga teachers could hold the key to reversing the chronic disease epidemic. This is a refreshing conversation about the courage to soften, the power of true nourishment, and making wellness accessible to every body—on and off the mat.

Links & Resources

From Emily Kane / Yoga Cara:

• Website: www.YogaCaraWhistler.com
• Book: The Energy and Art of Restorative Yoga – Available on Amazon and at the studio.
• Social Media: @yogacarawhistler (Instagram, Facebook)

From Dr. Nicolette Richer / Eat Real to Heal:

• Eat Real to Heal Online Course: www.richerhealth.ca/eat-real-to-heal-course
• Book (New Edition): Eat Real to Heal – Available on Amazon
• Film: Grounded in My Roots – www.groundedinmyroots.com
• Organic Cafés: The Green Moustache – Find a location: bit.ly/GMCafeW
• Charity: Sea to Sky Thrivers – Donate to fund health education: bit.ly/S2STS
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Disclaimer

The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast. The views and opinions expressed by the guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Dr. Nicolette Richer or Richer Health. Reliance on any information provided by this podcast is solely at your own risk.