Biography
Piper Abbott is an IYT (Integrative Yoga Therapist), ERYT-500+ (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher), Certified Level 1: Foundations of Ayurveda, YCEP (Continuing Education Provider) and IAYT (International Association of Yoga Therapists). Piper first became a student of Yoga in 1992, seeking the balancing and meditational aspects of this ancient practice as a complement to academics, running, climbing and skiing. She was immediately impressed by the transformational effects on the body, mind, and energy. As a Psychology student at the University of Vermont she completed her honors thesis in "Yoga as a Therapeutic Intervention" and embarked on a lifelong exploration and study into the healing aspects of Yoga. She received her Integrative Yoga Therapy (300 hr IYT) certification in 1995. Her early training in the Iyengar, Astanga and Anusara styles led her to the primordial Tantric roots of the yogic tradition in 2004 under her teacher, Dharma Bodhi Saraswati based in Kailash Acharya, Thailand. With over 2,700 hours of instructor training and 23 years of teaching experience, Piper specializes in working one-on-one therapeutically with beginner to advanced students. Emphasizing alignment, breath directed movement, pranayama, meditation and relaxation. Certified in the Foundations of Ayurveda by Dr. Claudia Welch and Dr. Robert Svoboda, she teaches with an in-depth understanding of the synergy of these sister sciences. She is particularly invested in the healing capacity of this ancient art and science, and the profound effects on the mind, body and energy. With continuous study into all aspects and forms of Yoga, Piper has developed innovative methods of teaching. Her perceptual approach to posture has led her to create a practice that utilizes grounding points to feel our connection to earth, and a simultaneous sensory awareness of alignment in relationship to our surroundings. In this way we establish a balanced perceptual orientation with a deeper felt-sense of embodiment. Owner of Burlington Yoga since 2001 and director of the Burlington Yoga Teacher Training since 2010, she is especially inspired by and focused on the integration of the paths of Yoga and Ayurveda with daily living and vibrant health.
Research Interest
Piper's research focuses on the integration of the paths of Yoga and Ayurveda as a way to cultivate self regulation through relaxation, correct breathing and awareness techniques. She is particularly interested in the role of the nervous system and the techniques and practices to increase vagal tone and well-being.
Related Publications
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Annual Congress on Yoga and Meditation
2020 Conference Announcement: JYPTY
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Dr. Palakkal Nagaraj
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Annual Congress on Yoga and Meditation | Webinar, November 26-27, 2020
Awards 2020: JYPTY
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Annual Congress on Yoga and Meditation | Webinar, November 26-27, 2020
Market Analysis: JYPTY
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Dr. Palakkal Nagaraj
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Annual Congress on Yoga and Meditation | Webinar, November 26-27, 2020
Past Conference Report: JYPTY
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Dr. Palakkal Nagaraj
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2020 Market Analysis of Annual Congress on Yoga and Meditation Conference
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Promoting the Sustainable Development goals
2020 Conference Announcement: J Yoga Pract Ther
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Marija Maksin
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Young Research Forum â Young Scientist Awards: Naturopathy Asia Aref
Young Research Forum: J Yoga Pract Ther
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Aref Abu-Rabia
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Physical therapy for the treatment of respiratory issues using systemic manual therapy protocols
Short Communication: J Yoga Pract Ther
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Adi Halili
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6th Global Conference on Physiotherapy, Physical Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine, October 23-24, 2020
Editorial: J Yoga Pract Ther
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Adi Halili
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Considering fascia to inform treatment
Short Communication: J Yoga Pract Ther
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Alison Slater
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There is no such thing as a simple ankle sprain
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Faraz Sethi
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Sport, disability and social integration
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Gabriella Fizzotti
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Evaluation of efficacy and efficiency in implementing Knee Ankle Foot Orthosis (KAFO) as a functionally assistive indoor ambulatory device for motor complete thoracic level (T10 âT12) spinal cord injury in males
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Gamage Nuwani
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Physiotherapy and Yoga
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Rina Pandya
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ACL grafts compliance during time: Influence of early solicitations on the final stiffness of the graft after surgery
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Stephane Nouveau
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Determination of immediate impact of exercises on plasma glucose values of type 2 dm patients
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Wickramarachchi WAM
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Comparative effect of mat pilates and egoscue exercises in asymptomatic subjects with lumbar hyper-lordosis - A randomized controlled trial
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Aarti Welling
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Comparison of brueggerâs exercise with elastic resistance band and deep cervical flexor training with pressure biofeedback unit in asymptomatic subjects with forward head posture: A randomized controlled trial
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Peeyoosha Gurudut
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Breast cancer knowledge in nuns of belagavi city - An observational study
Short Communication: J Yoga Pract Ther
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Varsha S Huddar
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Effects of cupping therapy
Short Communication: J Yoga Pract Ther
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Amir Hariti
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Effects of physical therapy with multilevel upper airway exercise for moderate and severe obstructive sleep apnea- A preliminary randomized controlled trial
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Hsin-Yu Lin
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Capacity building for geriatric rehabilitation in middle income countries: Identifying problems and planning ahead
Short Communication: J Yoga Pract Ther
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Sanjay Eapen Samuel
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The Inclusion of Yoga with Traditional Drug Addiction Treatment: A Systematic Review of the Evidence
Research Article: J Yoga Pract Ther
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Kathleen Lawson, Casey J Mace Firebaugh and Brandon Eggleston
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The effectiveness of physiotherapy modality combining with exercise towards reducing pain among elderly with knee osteoarthritis in Malang, Indonesia
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Rakhmad Rosadi
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Sociodemographic profile and social support for post stroke depression in Peshawar: A hospital based cross sectional study
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Ashfaq Amad
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Recovering from catastrophic injury: A patientâs journey through the healthcare system and a new model for continued rehabilitative care
Short Communication: J Yoga Pract Ther
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Chris Leeuw
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Yoga Therapy for Mental and Physical Health
Editorial: J Yoga Pract Ther 2020, 3:1
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Piper Abbott
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7th Global Conference on Physiotherapy, Physical Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine, February 10-11, 2021
Editorial: J Yoga Pract Ther
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Adi Halili
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Effect of Spontaneous Non-Therapeutic Light Massage on Heart Rate Variability in Young Adults: A Pilot Study
Research Article: J Yoga Pract Ther
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David PR Catela*, Cristiana IA Merce, Ana PL T Seabra and Marco AC Branco
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Psychological and Social Determinants of Yoga Practice: An Application of the Theory of Planned Behavior
Research Article: J Yoga Pract Ther 2018, 1:1
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Brandon Eggleston and Casey Mace Firebaugh
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Migraine Syndrome in Ayurveda
Commentary: J Yoga Pract Ther 2018, 1:1
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Jaisri M Lambert
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Creative Practices as Mutual Recovery: Flamenco-Yoga
Research Article: J Yoga Pract Ther 2018, 1:1
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Elvira Perez Vallejos, Emily Haslam-Jones and Diane Pickard
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Mindfulness Practices among Rural College Students in the US: Perceptions and Barriers
Research Article: J Yoga Pract Ther 2018, 1:1
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Donna Wang, Leslie Temme and Mary Freeman
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Yoga Nidra to Release Emotional Pain
Commentary: J Yoga Pract Ther 2018, 1:1
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