Ep. 30 Interview with Lara Ramey on Bringing Yoga Therapy to the Corporate World

Are you ready to break free from chronic stress and burnout—and finally feel balanced in both your work and personal life?

In this episode of The Legal Yogi, Yoga Therapist and HR professional Lara Ramey joins host Vanisha Weatherspoon for a deep dive into the world of yoga therapy, Ayurvedic nutrition, and the mind-body connection. Lara shares how techniques such as progressive muscle relaxation, vocal vibration, and trauma-informed yoga can support nervous system health, particularly in high-pressure environments. Whether you're a corporate professional curious about yoga therapy or simply seeking practical tools to feel more grounded, this conversation offers a powerful invitation to slow down and reconnect.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• (00:00) Intro: Meet Laura Ramey
• (02:50) Lara’s professional and yoga therapy journey, and shares her ‘something good’
• (08:22) Lara defines yoga therapy and who can benefit from the practice
• (12:37) Lara shares how her niche has evolved, and she discusses how the nervous system is overstimulated
• (15:20) There is value in bite-sized, accessible yoga practices for corporate professionals
• (22:43) Introduction of progressive muscle relaxation to help clients recognize and release held tension
• (29:12) How to learn more about yoga therapy, and whether yoga would be beneficial to you

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Unlike general yoga classes, yoga therapy is deeply individualized and based on intake assessments, meeting clients exactly where they are—physically, emotionally, and mentally. It's used to help manage health challenges, support mental health, and complement other medical treatments through a combination of breathwork, movement, and meditation.
• Blending corporate HR insights with yoga therapy helps address chronic workplace stress. Targeted techniques support the shift from fight-or-flight to calm, countering modern stressors such as email overload and high-pressure environments that can lead to sleep disturbances, irritability, and tension.
• Small, consistent wellness practices can create significant change, especially when they’re simple and easily accessible. By introducing techniques such as the “I am here” breath, progressive muscle relaxation, vocal vibration, and Viniyoga, yoga therapy supports nervous system regulation and fosters a mind-body connection. These tools are designed to fit into the demands of busy professional lives. At the same time, holistic guidance—including lifestyle support and referrals to Ayurvedic nutrition—helps promote lasting balance and well-being.

RESOURCES:

Legal Yogi Podcast Website

Legal Yogi - Spotify

The Legal Yogi - Apple

Vanisha Weatherspoon - LinkedIn

Shine With Lara - Website

Shine With Lara - Videos

Shine With Lara - Instagram

My Vinyasa Practice - Website

LARA RAMEY BIO:

I am a Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT), Yoga Teacher (RYT® 500), and Reiki II Practitioner living in Austin, TX, and have a variety of offerings available for those interested in working with me. Take a look around my webspace to learn more and select “Connect” up in the menu area if you have any questions. I hope you find what you are seeking.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Vanisha is a 500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) and resides in Austin, TX. She began her yoga journey in 2017 during her 1L year at Georgetown Law. The first year of law school is often the most challenging and can be a gateway to the bad habits that are prevalent among legal professionals. Lawyers are at an extremely high risk of alcoholism, drug abuse and dependency, anxiety and depression, so Vanisha turned to yoga to avoid falling victim to one of the former. It was here on her mat where she found peace, which led her to want to bring this to her law school community. Vanisha became a certified instructor during the summer of her 2L year of law school and began teaching classes on Georgetown’s campus in the fall of her 3L year. Upon graduation, she obtained her 300-hour certification in 2020 and returned to Austin, where she teaches yoga and practices law as a fifth-year associate at a law firm.

KEYWORDS: Yoga Therapy, Nervous System Health, Progressive Muscle Relaxation, Vocal Vibration, Ayurvedic Nutrition, Vinyasa Practice, Therapeutic Rapport, Yoga For Burnout, Trauma Informed Yoga, Yoga Therapist, Meditative Techniques, Corporate Yoga Therapy, Yoga Therapy Certification