Exercise for Longevity and Balance (Vyayama) with Dylan Smith

Dylan Smith is a devoted Ayurvedic Practitioner and holistic health educator, rooted in the lush Byron Bay Shire, Australia. As the founder of Vital Veda, he seamlessly blends ancient Vedic wisdom with a grounded, relatable approach, helping people unlock vibrant health through consultations, immersive courses, and his popular Vital Veda Podcast. Trained under the legendary Raju family of South India, Dylan brings authenticity and depth to his practice, making Ayurveda accessible and transformative for a global audience.

As the co-founder of One Eleven Health, an Ayurvedic health brand in Australia, Dylan also champions the daily use of rasayanas—powerful herbal longevity elixirs—to elevate nourishment beyond just organic or high-quality food. His work invites us to refine the way we care for ourselves, embracing Ayurveda’s most potent formulations for true vitality.

In this conversation, Dylan and Sasha explore the Ayurvedic principles of Vyayama (exercise)—why movement is medicine, how to honor the body’s signals, and the wisdom of exercising to Ardha Shakti (half of one’s capacity). We discuss aligning movement with our Vikruti (current state of imbalance), injury prevention and recovery, sustainable exercise practices, body image and self-perception, the vital role of oil in joint health and aging, and how consciousness plays a role in metabolizing nourishment.

May you bask in the light of this insightful, delightful deep dive on all things Ayurvedic exercise. 

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