This workshop is unique because it offers a holistic framework that integrates the physical, mental, and energetic aspects of core rehabilitation. Led by Liz Gillem Duncanson, an expert in the field, it combines insights from yoga therapy, physical therapy, and sports medicine. The course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of core anatomy, applied pranayama, and spinal alignment, ensuring a well-rounded approach to musculoskeletal rehabilitation. 

No. The workshop is updated in 2025 to be accessible for everyone* with a working diaphragm muscle, regardless of their prior knowledge or experience.

Whether you're an athlete, a yoga or physical therapist looking to earn continuing education hours, or someone simply interested in enhancing their understanding of core stability and rehabilitation, this workshop is designed to cater to a wide audience. 

*Internet Access is required

No. With over 900 evidence-based citations, the highly recommended course textbook will also support your learning journey, making it easy to follow along and deepen your understanding.

It is available to purchase at all major bookselling sites. Paperback and Kindle Versions Available.

Publisher : Singing Dragon (July 21, 2023)

ISBN 978 1 78775 420 1

elSBN 9781 78775 421 8

ASIN: BOBWBRPC1M

Yes! This course content is peer-reviewed and cites hundreds of references. It is 3.5 hours of approved continuing education for yoga teachers, yoga therapists, and physical therapists.

Body Temple Online is a Yoga Alliance Approved Continuing Education Provider (YACEP) and this course is an approved professional development course (APD) for the International's Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT). 

The course is also approved for 3.5 Hours (0.35 CEUs) with the California Physical Therapy Association. Course CPTA #24-360

Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the course, the participant will be able to:
• Identify optimal spinal posture for efficient core muscle recruitment according to to evidence-based research.
• Analyze sustainable core muscle recruitment versus fight or flight muscle response.
• Distinguish between energy-saving and energy-consuming breathing mechanics.

This course addresses the lAYT Competencies:
1.1. Yoga Teachings and Philosophy Category
1.2. Yoga and the Mind Category
2.1. Anatomy and Physiology Category
2.1.2. Knowledge of biomechanics and movement as they relate to the practice of yoga and the work of a yoga therapist
2.2. Additional Biomedical Knowledge Category
2.5. Body and Mind Integration Category
2.5.1. Knowledge of the interaction of the body, breath, mind, intellect, and emotions in health and well-being
3.1. Yoga Therapy Tools Category
3.1.2.1 Asana (postures)
3.1.2.2. Pranayama (regulated breathing)
4.1. Providing Yoga Therapy

Liz Gillem Duncanson, (PT, MPT, E-RYT, C-IAYT, AT-Ret., Retired CSCS) is a California Licensed Physical Therapist, Certified Yoga Therapist, Experienced and Registered Yoga Teacher, Retired Athletic Trainer, and Retired Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Her career in rehabilitation began in high school as a student athletic trainer and she has been collecting professional credentials ever since. With over 30 years of experience in Sports Medicine and over 20 years of practice in Physical Therapy and Orthopedics, she is now the owner of and sole caregiver at Body Temple Physical Therapy and Yoga, a cash pay physical therapy practice, in Oakland, California and Body Temple Online, an international yoga therapy education provider. She helps and treats clients through the combined lenses of orthopedics, sports medicine, physical therapy, and yoga. Over the years, she has distilled these disciplines into a whole body approach to include in traditional rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries.