Ling Beisecker
Ling is a relational therapist, yoga teacher, and overall wellness advocate.
Ling finds joy teaching power vinyasa flows as well as decompressing in soothing yin yoga classes. She completed her teacher training in Rishikesh, India and is an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher (E-RYT 200) with Yoga Alliance. She is a Lead Instructor for a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training for Mental Health and Healthcare Professionals with the Well-Being Center LLC, Ardmore, PA. In college, she double majored in Kinesiology & Health Science and Psychology. Her work in the Kinesiology & Health Science Department, as an Anatomy Lab Teaching Assistant, was pivotal to her personal practice and teaching of alignment in asana. She received her master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in Behavioral Health. Her clinical experience at Therapy Center of Philadelphia provided outpatient long-term relational therapy for women and members of the transgender communities. She is thankful to be a part of the DOYOU community and editorial team.
11 Yoga Poses You Can Do While Watching Game of Thrones
Here are yoga poses you can do while watching Game of Thrones to help you channel your inner Westerosi & get into warrior mode for the Iron Throne.
5 Yogic Ways to Manage and Deal with Anger
Need help processing intense, hateful emotions? Read on to learn five yogic ways to manage and deal with anger and how to practice them.
We Tried and Tested These 5 Meditation Apps So You Don’t Have To
Looking for meditation apps to help deal with stress, nerves, or anxiety? We reviewed 5 meditation apps to help you in your quest of achieving inner calm.
Common Causes of Stress and How to Manage Them More Effectively
Everyone deals with different amounts of stress on a daily basis. Here we look at the common causes of stress & what you can do to help manage it.
3 Simple Things You Can Do to Achieve Work-Life Balance
What does work-life balance mean and why do a lot of people still struggle to achieve it? Get the answer, plus doable real-life tips, right here.
8 Yoga Poses to Prepare for Bird of Paradise Pose
Is Bird of Paradise pose in your list of asana practice goals? Here are great visuals to show you how to prepare & work up to this challenging balance pose.
5 Simple 5-Minute Practices to Calm the Mind
Need an instant dose of calmness but still struggle with meditation? Try these quick and simple practices to calm the mind and help ease anxiety.
Why You Should Give Kundalini Yoga a Shot
3 Reasons Having a Good Cry Can Be Really Good For You
Both men & women feel they should hide their tears so they don't look weak. But letting yourself feel & having a good cry can be good for you. Here's why.
5 Things You’ll Learn When You Work as a Volunteer Yoga Teacher
Is putting in work as a volunteer yoga teacher really worth it? The answer is YES. Here are some of the things you'll learn when you do volunteer yoga work.
6 Bound Variations of Popular Yoga Poses
Want to add an extra oomph to your asana practice? Try these bound variations of popular yoga poses!
How to Do Lifted Half Crow Pose
Wanna add more core and leg work to your Crow pose? Try Lifted Half Crow pose—here's a quick guide with photos to show you how.
7 Things You Need to Know About Aerial Yoga
What is aerial yoga really about and what is it like to practice yoga postures while suspended on a sling/hammock? Get the lowdown here.
It's Not "Alien Yoga"—It's Nauli Kriya, and Here's How to Do It
It's trending on social media as "alien yoga," but the practice of nauli kriya has been around for thousands of years! Learn all about nauli kriya here.
10 Things Yogis Do That Nobody Talks About
Think you're the only one guilty of skipping yoga class for a night of Netflix and wine? Think again! Here are 11 things yogis do that you don't hear about.
How to Do Funky Pyramid Pose (With Photos)
It's called Intense Side Stretch but that doesn't mean you can't play with it. Funky Pyramid pose is a fun & challenging variation—learn how to do it here!
Cleaning Up Bad Habits: Upward-Facing Dog
Upward-Facing Dog is a dynamic stretch that counters gravity thus requires strength and energy. Incorporated in millions of daily personal practices, it is important to clean up bad habits for the long-term health of the body.
Stabilize Your Spine: 11 Yoga Poses to Strengthen Your Quadratus Lumborum
Commonly known as the back muscle the quadratus lumborum can sometimes become irritated and tender. Here are 11 poses to strengthen your quadratus lumborum.
How to Maintain Your Breath in a Fast-Paced Practice
It's easy to lose your breath when moving quickly from one asana to another. Here are some tips on how to maintain your breath in a fast-paced practice.
24 Yoga Poses to Burn Off All Your New Thanksgiving Weight
November is the start of a season of festivities. And eating. And eating. Here are 24 yoga poses to burn off all your new thanksgiving weight.
9 Exercises to Prepare You to Move Your Handstand Away from the Wall
Have you been practicing and working up to doing handstands without props? Try these exercises to help you nail that handstand away from the wall.
26 Signs You’re a Bikram Yoga Lover
How do you know if you just enjoy a class or two, or if you're a full-on Bikram yoga lover? Check this out and see how many you can relate to!
Common Yoga Lingo Explained - Part 1
Hearing all sorts of yoga lingo in class can be intimidating if you're new to yoga. Here are commonly used yoga terms and phrases decoded to help you out.
How to Spread Love and Light This New Year and Beyond
Leave behind the negativity of 2016 as you ring in the new year. Learn how to spread love and light and inspire kindness to self & others with these tips.
10 Most Popular Yoga Inversions
Inversions have way more benefits and perks than just being a cool Instagram picture. Here are the 10 most popular yoga inversions and their benefits.
7 Yoga Poses That'll Give You a Good Back Stretch
Need a good back stretch to relieve tightness and pain? Here are 7 yoga poses that will give you that delicious stretch you need.
7 Everyday Things You Can Do to Improve Your Mental Health
It's the little things done daily that build you up. Here are 7 everyday things you can do to improve your mental health.
5 Tips to Help You Plan a Great Yoga Class
Where do you start if you want to plan a great yoga class? Here are 5 tips from a yoga teacher that will help.
10 Things Every Morning Person Can Relate To
Are you a night owl or a morning person? If you enjoy waking up early but not sure if you're a "morning person" through and through, check out this list!
8 Things Only Yogis Know
There are some things only yogis know... eight things, in fact. Here, you can find out what they are, and let them guide you along your yoga journey!
New Year's Eve Ideas (for Yogis)
Tired of the same old, same old when it comes to New Year's parties? Here are 6 New Year's Eve ideas that will have you saying, "Om." Check them out here!
5 Benefits of Restorative Yoga
Practicing Restorative yoga gives us the opportunity to slow down and relax. But there's more to it than that! Here are 5 benefits of Restorative yoga.
How to Feel Better: Tips From a Yogi
Are you feeling sad for some reason or just generally down in the dumps? Here are some tips on how to feel better from a yogi. Try them out for yourself!
The Holistic Benefits of Crow Pose
Are you working to get into Crow Pose in your yoga practice? Here's a quick how-to, as well as the holistic benefits of Crow Pose that you may experience.
Ask a Yogi: What are Patanjali's Yoga Sutras?
Curious as to what Patanjali's Yoga Sutras actually are? Here's a great breakdown for you, so that they're less daunting and a little clearer. Check it out!
The Holistic Benefits of Bow Pose
Does Bow Pose make you feel strong, and like you can conquer anything? There's a reason for that! Check out the holistic benefits of Bow Pose right here.
Why Mountain Pose Isn't Just For Beginners
Think Mountain Pose is just for beginners? Think again! Here's what you stand to gain from practicing Tadasana at all levels of yoga. Try it out!
10-Minute Yoga for Concentration
Do you need some help concentrating? Yoga is here to help! Here are some of the ways to use yoga for concentration, along with a quick asana sequence.
How to Build a Sequence Around Dancer's Pose
Do you love Dancer's Pose as much as we do? Here's how you can build a yoga sequence around Dancer's Pose, so you can practice it safely! Give it a try!
A Yogi's Guide to Merging Calisthenics and Yoga
Remember middle school gym class? You can work the same push-ups and sit-ups into your yoga practice! Here's how to use calisthenics and yoga together.
How to Build a Sequence Around Splits
Are Splits, or Hanumanasana, your goal pose in yoga? Then check out how to build a sequence around Splits, so you can safely in and out of the pose!
The Holistic Benefits of Cat/Cow Pose
There's a reason everyone loves Cat/Cow Pose, and it's in almost every yoga class. It's great for you! Here are some of the benefits you'll find.
10 Reasons to Do Your Yoga Teacher Training in India
Are you considering doing your yoga teacher training in India? Here are 10 amazing reasons why you should. Number 10 might just be the icing on the cake!
The Holistic Benefits of Dolphin Pose
Dolphin Pose has lots of mental and spiritual benefits, as well as being a full body workout! Get the benefits of Dolphin Pose here, as well as a how-to.
10-Minute Yoga Sequence for Core Strength
Want stronger and firmer core muscles? Try this 10-minute yoga sequence for core strength that goes beyond the flashy six-pack!
The Holistic Benefits of Frog Pose
Frog Pose or Mandukasana is a delicious hip opener with tons of physical, mental, and spiritual benefits. Read more and learn how to do variations here!
Building Up to Wheel Pose or Chakrasana
Wheel pose or Chakrasana is a powerful heart opener that effectively stretches almost the entire body. Here are tips and exercises to help you practice it.
7 Things Only Lazy Yogis Know
Are you a lazy yogi? Check out this article to find out if you are!
10-Minute Yoga Practice for a Clear Mind
Stressed out and anxious but no time for a full yoga session? Try this 10-minute yoga practice with asana and pranayama to clear your head and re-energize!
Common Misalignments in Crow Pose (and How to Fix Them)
Having trouble lifting off in this yoga pose? Check out this list of misalignments in Crow pose and learn how to fix them for a smoother, safer practice!
The Holistic Benefits of Yoga Handstand
There are tons of perks to practicing everyone's favorite inversion - the yoga handstand - that go beyond "instagram-worthy." Here are some of them.
Common Misalignments in Upward Plank Pose (and How to Fix Them)
Do you struggle lifting up or getting into Upward Plank pose? Do a quick alignment check right here and learn how to practice this yoga pose safely.
Why Yoga and Wrestling Are A Pretty Good Match
It may seem like an unlikely pair, but yoga and wrestling can and does go well together! Here are some yoga poses for wrestlers you should try.
3 Iyengar Yoga Flows and How to Do Them
Not quite sure how to sequence poses in Iyengar yoga? Here are 3 Iyengar yoga flows you can try with a focus on intention. Check them out here.
10 Yoga Music Artists Worth Checking Out (Part 2)
Do you feel a little bit more inspired when you practice asana with music? Check out these 10 yoga music artists & song suggestions for your next session!
How to Build a Sequence Around Forearm Stand
Pincha Mayurasana may seem scary at first, but you CAN build up to it to practice it safely. Try this Forearm Stand sequence & let us know how it goes!
21 Inspiring Quotes That Sum Up Yoga
Looking for your next mantra or yoga inspiration and wisdom? Look no further — here are 21 inspiring quotes to inspire your yoga practice on & off the mat!
15 Fresh Yoga Wear Brands Worth Checking Out
Looking to expand and diversify your yoga and fitness wardrobe? Here are 15 awesome yoga wear brands worth checking out for stylish & comfy yoga threads.
10 Yoga Exercises to Undo Damage of a Desk Job
Are you already starting to feel the damage of prolonged sitting & slouching behind a desk? Counter them with these yoga exercises for the back, neck &legs!
10 Yoga Poses and Exercises for Balance Training
Wanna increase or develop your balancing skills? Here are 10 yoga poses and exercises for balance training that you can try! Check 'em out here.
The Yogi Entrepreneur: 7 Yoga Lessons for Small Business Owners
Are you a business owner who also loves yoga? Here's how living yoga and its lessons can help a yogi entrepreneur like you thrive in the tough biz world!
This is How Yoga Benefits Your Brain
Yoga helps with our concentration and focus. But did you know there are also tons of practical AND scientific ways yoga benefits the brain? Learn more here!
Common Misalignments in Supported Shoulderstand Pose (and How to Fix Them)
Supported Shoulderstand pose offers tons of benefits but only if you practice it safely and properly. Here are tips to help you stay safe and aligned.
The Holistic Benefits of Savasana
It may be the easiest pose to do, but it's the most difficult to master. Here are the physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of Savasana.
7 Chakra-Inspired Tips to Improve Digestion
Feeling bloated, constipated, or gassy? The cure could be in your chakras! Try these chakra-inspired tips to improve digestion and have a happy tummy.
5 Yogic Exercises to Ease Eye Strain
Are your eyes getting enough rest? Try these yogic exercises to ease eye strain to keep your eyes healthy and avoid pain & headaches caused by eyestrain.
The Holistic Benefits of Firefly Pose
It's one of the most challenging and equally rewarding arm balances in yoga asana. Here are the physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of Firefly Pose.
11 Yoga Poses to Prepare for Scorpion Pose
Scorpion pose is an advanced arm-balancing asana that takes a lot of practice to achieve. Here are yoga poses that'll help you prep for it.
The Perfect Vinyasa Flow Routine For Beginners
New to yoga and Vinyasa? This is the perfect Vinyasa flow routine to get you started! Sync your breath and movement and learn the sequence here.
8 Yoga Poses for a Firm, Strong, and Sexy Butt
Work those glutes and be on your way to a firm and strong butt with these yoga poses!
A Yoga Sequence for an Instant Energy Boost
Need a quick energy boost that works just as good as a caffeine kick? Try this quick, energy-boosting yoga sequence!
3 Deliciously Healthy Breakfast Ideas to Kick Start Your Day
Forget the toast and cereal for now, try these delicious AND healthy breakfast ideas and recipes to kick start your day!
3 Reasons to Practice Malasana or Yoga Squats
We know squats are good for your glutes, but with Malasana or yogic squats, the benefits go way beyond the glutes and the physical body. Learn more here.
15 Inspiring Body Positive Yogis
Finding self acceptance and body love doesn't happen overnight. These 15 body positive yogis will help inspire you and help you find the path to self-love.
Release Your Lower Back: 5 Yoga Poses to Stretch Your Quadratus Lumborum
If you experience sharp pain when moving the pelvis & hips, your quadratus lumborum could be out of whack. Here are 5 yoga poses to give your QL some TLC.
5 Benefits of Inverting
Why bother with scary inversions, you ask? Here are 5 of the many awesome benefits of inverting that'll motivate you to push past the fear & go upside down.
Revealing The Skeleton: Your Bones and Their Functions
Dressing up as a skeleton this Halloween? Show appreciation for your body and score awesome trivia on bones and their functions right here!
5 Benefits of Arm Balances
Arm balances have a funny way of seeming impossible until one day they are not. There's a plus side too. Here are 5 Benefits of arm balances.
3 Types of Mental Disorders and How Yoga Can Help
More and more research show how yoga promotes better mental health. Here's a scientific look at how yoga can help with these 3 types of mental disorders.
10 Yoga Poses to Relieve Hip Pain
Ranging from mild tenderness to severe distress caused by diseases like arthritis, hip pain is a common complaint among individuals of all ages.
How to Do Fallen Angel Pose
Fallen Angel Pose is an arm balance with a twist. Read on how to do this pose and add it to your yoga practice.
How to Build Up to Eight-Angle Pose
The eight-angle pose is more intimidating-looking than it is actually challenging to practice. Here's how you build up to Astavakrasana
Exploring Peacock Pose
An in-depth look at Mayurasana (Peacock Pose) and preparatory poses for all yogis. In addition, a short flow to build into Mayurasana with a strap (option to not use the strap in time) as well as offering a few cool down asanas.
4 Easy Steps to Prepare for King Cobra Pose
An intermediate to advanced asana that requires more than meets its eye in flexibility and strength. Five preparatory pose to help build into Raja Bhujangasana.
Key Tips & Steps to Get Your Locust Pose Flying to New Heights
Breaking down Locust Pose (Salabhasana) from the head to the feet. Learn how to incorporate three prep poses before diving in to practice full Salabhasana.
How to Rock Funky Forearm Stand
A funky take on the traditional Forearm Stand, this arm balance is equal parts challenging and fun.
It's Time! Conquer Arm Balances with this ONE Yoga Pose
Ready to seize the day and overcome your fears of flying? Practice Kakasana (Crow Pose) daily to build a solid foundation and to conquer any arm balance.
How to Safely Bend Deeper into Forearm Wheel Pose
Five safety tips that explain the importance of certain actions and accompanying poses to help prepare them for Forearm Wheel Pose.
5 Useful Ways to Use a Wall to Improve Your Backbend Practice
Like any other prop, the wall is a great tool to help expand a yoga practice. Look at five useful uses for a wall to improve a yogis backbend practice while being creative.
5 Restorative Yoga Poses to Balance Your Mood
Of the many restorative poses that offer you space to grow, these five target different regions in the body and are associated with different effects. It is less important to practice all five every day. Rather hold a pose that feels right for you and focus on the creating balance in your breath and body.
The Surprising Link Between Play and Mental Well-being
Play is important for all ages, especially as we age and become more inflexible in mind and body. So, why is it that as we grow we begin to dismiss play? In this article we dive into the surprising link between play and mental well-being in the hope that we all find a little more space for it in our lives.
7 Gentle Poses to Explore for a Happy Pregnancy
Your body is working incredibly hard to create a healthy environment for your growing baby. Yoga is a chance to add energy rather than create more demand on your body. It is an opportunity to be empowered and advocate for what feels good and what does not in your unique body. Take time to explore your beautiful body and bond with your baby with these 7 poses.
Nature vs Nurture: Can You Really Achieve Any Pose, No Matter Your Body Type?
Have you ever wanted to practice some kick asana looking and fun sound poses like Eka Pada Galavasana (Flying Pigeon Pose)? Yet, when you try to get your leg in the air, you get stuck. It’s common to ask yourself, are all poses really achievable for your body?
Yoga for Healthy Knees: Understanding Biomechanics Can Protect Your Knees in Lotus Pose
Let’s break down one of the big three and look at the the biomechanics, or the science of movement, of the knee in padmasana to maintain healthy and happy knees. This article with introduce basic biomechanics that relate to padmasana; for a more detailed and comprehensive understanding of the knee joint, it is best to see a professional healthcare provider as well as an experienced yoga teacher.
7 Things to Consider Before Becoming a Yoga Teacher
You are considering becoming a yoga teacher, congratulations! You may have noticed the seemingly millions of fantastic programs and likely by now, your head is spinning. To help in your process, here are 7 important considerations before you take your next step to become a yoga teacher.
The Ultimate Yoga Sequence for Strength and Balance
If you are looking to fire up your practice, try this ultimate yoga sequence! Designed for practitioners who have a strong foundation of personal practice and solid baseline of strength and balance, this sequence will help you reach a new level. Take breaks whenever you need and modify to your body.
Restorative Yoga: 5 Poses for a Mindful Release
So how do we learn to mentally "let go" and "just be"? Two simple phrases comprised for four short words that take us a long lifetime love affair with ourselves.Read on to find out.
Build Your Top-to-Toe Muscle Strength with This Vinyasa Sequence
This vinyasa sequence illuminated by the fire of discipline will build your muscle strength and tend to the flame within.
5 Adaptations to Factor into Your Practice When You Have a Knee Injury
If you have exprienced knee pain, discomfort, or an injury and are looking for ways to take care of your knees in practice, try these 5 adaptations.
Practice Daily Gratitude with This 15 Minute Evening Flow
After a long day of go, it is incredibly jarring on our bodies to stop. Because many of us do not know how to stop or pause, we end up scrolling mindlessly online and binge watching TV until we convince ourselves to sleep. Days pass and exhaustion finds home in our bones. It gets harder to unwind and be thankful. And you may start to distance yourself from the world. If this sounds like you and y
Boost Your Confidence and Ease Into Challenging Yoga Poses with a Strong Core
While the exact definition of one’s “core” is up for debate, having a strong core improves posture, balance, and breathwork which all assist in increased confidence and ease into whatever yoga poses you find most challenging.
10 Pose Sequence and How It Affects Your Emotions
In 2010, a team of researchers noticed that yoga boosted participants’ positive affect. This piece looks at the study and highlight the ten pose yoga routine based on Iyengar’s teaching method for positive affect.
Everyday, Science-Backed Activities You Can Do to De-Stress Your Mind and Body
Take a pause to integrate these simple and effective activities into your daily life to help de-stress your mind and body. From writing three gratitudes to diving into a good book, this list was curated for accessibility and simplicity.
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