227 Avita Yoga and the Healing Power of Joint Compression with Jeff Bailey

In this episode of  Growing Older Living Younger , Dr. Gillian  Lockitch  speaks with Jeff Bailey, creator of  Avita Yoga , about the power of joint compression in preserving mobility and independence. Jeff explains how distinguishing between  pain and healing sensation  can transform the way we move, age, and heal. He shares simple yet powerful practices for maintaining mobility in joints—especially hands, hips, and spine—and emphasizes how combining diet with consistent compression keeps arthritis at bay. This conversation will inspire you to trust your body's intuition and embrace mobility as a lifelong practice for vibrant aging.   Jeff Bailey has centered his life around yoga since 1985, teaching over 13,000 classes and workshops. After sustaining a severe hip injury in a skiing accident, Jeff discovered the critical role of  joint compression in healing and long-term mobility. He studied Rolfing Structural Integration at the Dr. Ida Rolf Institute, where he trained in fascia-focused bodywork. Jeff credits this most valuable yoga teacher training he ever received, with shaping the development of his innovative Avita Yoga . By integrating Rolfing principles of fascia reorganization with mindful, joint-targeted movement, Jeff created a practice that has helped thousands overcome pain, restore mobility, and even avoid joint replacements. He is the author of  The Yoga Mind  and the forthcoming  Mobility for Life: Healthy Joints, Strong Bones, and a Peaceful Mind with Avita Yoga .  

Time Line

00:00 – Welcome & Introduction  
Dr. Gillian  Lockitch  frames the show's focus on mobility, joint health, and aging youthfully.  

02:09 – Jeff's Background & Early Influences  
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