Back at it again with the another gym bro. My guest today is Darren Huw, a personal trainer whose journey from skinny to fit is one that’s truly inspiring. As someone who embodies dedication and growth in both body and mindset, I’m glad to have him on the pod to share his passion with fitness and faith (in Islam). Enjoy. Stuff we talked about: The …

To commemorate the 50th episode of the Mostly Yoga Podcast, I thought I'd run through some of the lessons I've learned over the past few years that have helped me out a lot in shaping who I am. Expect to learn about the importance of being authentic, honouring your truth, acknowledging the shadow and going to the gym. To all the listeners out there…

My final guest from the Chiang Mai Soul Connection series... It was a privileged to have Dan on the pod for yet another thought-provoking episode. His wisdom and stories resonates with me on such a profound level, much akin to the timeless teachings of Alan Watts, so I hope this conversation will resonate with you guys too. He shares with us his in…

I had the pleasure of connecting with my soul friend, Logan, whose heart hails originally from South India, but is now residing in the enchanting city of Chiang Mai. My chat with him was inspiring and enlightening and he graciously shares his perspectives on life, spirituality and the art of surrendering to one's fate. Stuff we talk about: Life in …

A truly special guest from the CNX soul connection series, my good friend Shao Hao takes centre stage as we explore the profound connections between nature's beauty, spiritual enlightenment, and the rhythmic chants that echo the essence of the divine. Stuff we talk about: The contrast between SG and CNX Pursuing a life worth living Consciousness ex…

Definitely one of the best episodes so far. My third guest on the list from the CNX Soul Connection series, and one of my good friends, is Jackson Barber. Listen in as we navigate the delicate dance between light and shadow and ponder over the intricate balance between the forces that shape our world. Stuff we talk about: Meditation Religion v.s. S…

My second guest from the Chiang Mai Soul Connection series is Atum Sphinx, another gifted musician seamlessly weaving together the sacred and the sublime. Stuff we talk about: Finding strength through softness Symbolisms and ceremonies Visions from Goddess Ixchel A reminder of pain (Cĕb: เจ็บ) Move. Earn. Learn. Doing your side quests in the RPG of…

We kick off the first episode from the Chiang Mai Soul Connection series with handpan hero and demon whisperer, Craig Coppack, with his stories of harmonious healing, rhythmic transcendence and mad stories he shares from his spiritual journey. Stuff we talk about: Life in Chiang Mai Battling addiction Moving closer to ‘God’ Running into the darknes…

Really loving the 'Gym Bro' series so far. Up next we have a true powerhouse and arguably one of the strongest guys in the gym, Fadlullah (aka. Ah Fad). Plenty of wisdom both in fitness and life was shared in this episode. Along with the usual bo liao banter. Stuff we talk about: Gym origin story (Power) Building your body FAT-dullah Gym culture v.…

The Gym Bros series continues with our 4th Gym Bro Sir / Otaku Overlord, Ardy. A lot of cock was talked in this episode. Along with bits of powerlifting, gym tips and anime memes sprinkled into the mix. Stuff we talk about: Training Arc Creatine = Steroids (PES C) Army life Powerlifting First ever pull up Eastside best side How sexy/f*cked up Danie…

My 3rd guest from the gym bro series is Elson, one of the OG members of the Morning Crew Boys Club, who shares with us stories from the good old days growing up, experiences of fatherhood and of course, our shenanigans at the gym. Stuff we talk about: How to play Basketball, Futsal and Crocodile Childhood memories and the good ol’ times Working in …

The 2nd guest from the gym bro series is Fadhil, former Morning Crew Bad Boy and self-proclaimed kitty cat of the gym. There was a lot of technical talk going on in this episode. We explored the intricacies of weightlifting, food intake and overall health and fitness. But of course, neither of us are doctors or medical professionals, all of this is…

Here we go, Season 3. The first guest of the gym bro series is Daniel, who I met at the beginning of the year when I starting became more regular at the gym. Aside from working out together with the rest of the morning crew boys, we spend most of time between sets picking up girls, starting impromptu dance battles, and touching each other's pee pee…

“All the gods, all the heavens, all the hells, are within you.” ― Joseph CampbellAv Aaron Tan

Angie Yeo shares with us an interesting take on the more physical side of the practice, with her knowledge on anatomy, understanding injuries, and well-structured sequences that could help bring more awareness to what most of us are already familiar with on the mat. Stuff we talk about: Stepping into teaching What happens after a TT Structure in se…

One of the most entertaining paddies I’ve done in a while. Ian’s journey from student to teacher has been such an incredible one. I’m very happy to see how far he’s grown over the past few years, and for him to continue this path of self-discovery. From being a fan of the pod, to eventually being a guest, but more importantly a friend. Thanks for s…

I had such a lovely time chatting with Nicole during this episode. She shared about her experiences with birth, balancing motherhood with yoga and everyday life, as well as some tips that I think might give future mommies some useful insight into preparing for the big day. ⁣Stuff we talked about:⠀ Teaching experiences Practicing yoga while pregnant…

Sita has grown to be one of my good friends over the past few years, especially during the peak of the pandemic, when I was recovering from a blown out knee, and when morning Mysore was the only class that wasn’t fully booked all the time. I got to experience the magic of Mysore for myself during that time, which helped give me a bit of a routine, …

Anyone else been waiting for a second episode to drop for the past 3 years? Always nice reconnecting with my teacher, friend and soul mommy, Leigh Khoo. Thanks for doing this with me again and for always holding space for us all. ⁣Stuff we talked about:⠀ Personal shifts The power of surrendering Leaving HOM Drama in Bali Finding Intimacy through yo…

What's up y’all, its been a while. For my first guest back, I sat down with Bo to share about his experiences as a teacher, who he was back then and who he is now, and how he’s transcended to become the individual he is today, simply by following his natural flow. Om Namah Shivaya Gurave. “I bow to the goodness within myself, the true Eternal Teach…

“No man ever steps in the same river twice. For it’s not the same river and he’s not the same man.” -HeraclitusAv Aaron Tan

Malvina and I got together again for our second session of the poddy, which turned out to be the best episode ever. Stuff we talked about: The birth of Bay A mother's intuition The spirit of the baby The language we use with our children Personal shifts Learning to love Powerful women needing powerful men The Hom studio (Hom Yoga) That one time Bla…

I chat with Angeline Chia, fellow yoga teacher and a good friend of mine, about her journey to becoming a yoga teacher, soul intelligence and tapping into the universal energies that surrounds all living and possibly even non-living beings. Sounds a little woo-woo but it really isn't :p Hope you enjoy listening to it as much as I enjoyed recording …

Hi, my name is Aaron and I tore my ACL doing BJJ. This is that story. I talk about: How I tore it How it felt What the Orthopaedic doctor told me and the graft choices What I did in the days leading up to surgery How the surgery went How my recovery is currently going Enjoy! ------------------------------------ SUPPORT THE PODCAST :) https://ko-fi.…

In reality, there is no such thing as a perfect yoga body. Yoga is for everybody, and every body is a yoga body. It's common to think of inclusion as something that has to do with integrating others into our space. But instead, it starts from ourselves and our own level of awareness, openness, and understanding of the subject. If Diversity is a fac…

"If you’re a stressed-out cog in the corporate wheel or you’ve ever asked yourself the questions "what am I doing and why am I doing it?" this show is for you!" Well, not this show, but The Yoga Den Podcast of course! It was a great honour to be on your show Ryan. Thanks again for having me on. Hope you enjoy listening to it. Aaron ----------------…

Humans are great storytellers. But sometimes the stories we tell ourselves end up hurting us more than helping. Creating these narratives are perfectly natural — we do it all the time. The trouble comes when we're no longer aware of the stories and how they shape the way we feel, behave and understand the world around us. Perhaps one of the most re…

John is a life-long practitioner of yoga and one of the more stoic guests I've had on the poddy. He shares with us his incredible insights about the ancient practice of Ashtanga and we delve into the history and philosophy of Patanjali's Yoga Sutra, as well as his experiences with Mysore and how the yoga has shaped him. ----------------------------…

The problem with labels is that it limits us to whatever we decide to define as who we are. And it bounds us unintentionally to live or to be a certain way in order to maintain these expectations of yourself. Having recently completed her second 200-hr yoga teacher training with my teacher Leigh (Episode #11 of the pod), Shirlyn’s shares with us a …

Coral might just be the only yoga teacher in the world to not 'love' yoga but still enjoys the act of teaching, sharing and shouting at strangers lol. To the people of Podcast Land, listener discretion is highly advised. ------------------------------------ Follow Coral on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/coraltong/ -----------------------…

From the sweaty practice of Bikram to the subtle side with yin, Floydd’s journey with yoga reminds us just how important balancing yin with the yang can be in our daily lives. As a branding strategist by trait, Floydd reveals his thoughts on personal branding as a yogi, the downsides of social media and its impact on yoga, as well as the importance…

#Vagina #Menstruation #Pregnancy From periods to pregnancies, birth labyrinth and the various life stages of a woman, Amber and I navigate the intricacies of what it means to be a woman, as well as her thoughts on birth, pregnancy and the connection women experience with baby and their bodies. ------------------------------------ You can find Amber…

Blair and I go deep about the frameworks of teaching, leading a purposeful life and teaching with the intention of inspiring and empowering. Much to unpack here so be sure to strap in! ------------------------------------ Follow Blair on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/blair.hughes/ Blair's upcoming workshops and trainings: Meditation Fou…

"Beneath me, I quiet my mind. I breathe in and I breathe out." -My Sun, My Sun I sat down with Malvina Kang at Hom's newest studio in Valley Point to chat about love, life and all things warm and wonderful. We talked about her relationship with yoga, the history of Hom and how it came to be, and a call-to-action for embracing the power of our inner…

Hello friends, it's been a while... :p My guest today is the wise and sagacious Edmund Ang, who was first introduced to me by Leigh Khoo of Episode 11 of the podcast, and has since become a good friend as well as a mentor of mine as well. Edmund's relationship with yoga is an intimate one. We navigate his experiences with both the physical and spir…

⁣#ComePPwithLena Join Lena in this 60-minute Heart Opening sequence as you tap into the power of your centre for an uplifting and chest-expanding flow. ------------------------------------ Follow Lena on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lenaboon/ Follow Lena on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lenaboonyoga/ If you enjoyed the class, show her y…

#ComePPwithShena Join Shena in this 75-minute calming flow to ground the mind, nourish the body and soothe the soul — the perfect practice to get you out of a bad mood! ------------------------------------ Follow the bubbly Shena on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/shenayoga/ And if you enjoyed her class, you can show her some love by givi…

#ComePPwithJasmine⁣ Surrender to relaxation with this 45-minute Yin practice with Jasmine Tay that focuses on soothing your nervous system and calming your mind.⁣ ------------------------------------⁣ Follow the Jasmine on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/jasxtay/ And if you enjoyed the class, show her your support by donating! Jasmine wou…

We take a look into what "high-functioning depression" looks like as Tif shares with us her battle with her invisible suffering in this honest, intriguing and inspirational poddy that's surprisingly still quite entertaining and hilarious despite the heavy subject matter lol. There's still so much we don't know about mental health. And between liste…

#ComePPwithAngeline Join Angeline in this all-rounded 60-minute Slow and Grounding Basics Flow, suitable for beginners just starting out, as well as seasoned practitioners looking to revisit foundational poses. ------------------------------------ Follow the lovely Angeline on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/angelinexhl/ And if you enjoye…

#ComePPwithShaoHao Join Shao Hao in this 55-minute Feel-Good Flow followed by a short 5-minute meditation that invites you to keep an open heart during this time of uncertainty. ------------------------------------ Follow Shao Hao on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/shaohaoyoga/ And if you enjoyed the class, show him your support by donati…

⁣⁣⁣I sit down with my jiu-jitsu buddy, Nick Chia, who I've been living and training together with for more than a month when I was over in Chiang Mai where we talk about travel, breaking bones, and checking your ego at the door. Nick is a blue belt under Team Pedro Sauer, a traveller, an amateur film maker, and a really humble guy that Im glad to l…

#ComePPwithLeigh Join Leigh in this 60-minute flow practice that will take you through some yummy opening through your shoulders and hips, leading up to the peak pose - Bird of Paradise. If her recordings have made a difference then show her a little love! Paypal email: leigh@livingyoga.co ------------------------------------ Follow Leigh at @saron…

Anyone wanna PP with me? #comePPwithme ----------------------------------- SUPPORT THE PODCAST :) https://ko-fi.com/mostlyyoga FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/aaaroning/ https://www.instagram.com/mostlyyogapodcast/ ------------------------------------Av Aaron Tan

One of my most favourite people on earth! The bubbly Liz shares with us how yoga helped her cope with the challenges of life in her youth, the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and elaborates more on her desire to heal and help others through positive connections. Follow Liz on Instagram at @elizabethhoon for pretty travel pics,…

“We can complain because rose bushes have thorns, or rejoice because thorns have roses.” -Alphonse Karr Stay home, stay safe, and let the planet rest and recover for a bit. ------------------------------------ SUPPORT THE PODCAST :) https://ko-fi.com/mostlyyoga FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/aaaroning/ https://www.instagram.com/mo…

Back again with another spot on the pod, Bronson updates us on his movement journey, the new moves he’s been working on, and what’s planned for the future. Follow Bronson on Instagram at @bc_flowstate for updates on his upcoming Animal Flow, Ginastica Natural and various movement workshops. If you like what you hear, subscribe to this poddy and fee…

The lovely Gayle Nerva opens up to us about her relationship with food, fitness and all things yoga. Delving deep into what it really means to practice Ahiṃsā (non-violence) and how sometimes, we just need to show a little more love, compassion and acceptance to ourselves. Follow Gayle on Instagram at @gaylenerva to follow her handstand journey and…

Gave myself permission to pause, maybe you should too. Here's to the start of a little side-segment called "Interlude" which I'll try to do once in a while just to remind the good people out there to slow things down. Hope no one missed me too much :p ------------------------------------ SUPPORT THE PODCAST :) https://ko-fi.com/mostlyyoga FOLLOW ME…

"Your world shapes the way you teach", and Carmen takes us into that world of hers as shares with us her journey with yoga, what it takes to foster a daily practice and a deeper look into her unique teaching style, cYoga. Follow Carmen on Instagram at @cyogalife and visit her website at https://cyogalife.com/ for details on her upcoming workshops, …