Meet Dr. Suzie Carmack
Your go-to-authority for Yoga, Lifestyle Medicine and Coach training programs.
Trusted by leading institutions ā and featured in the press
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Best-selling books
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Team, Organization, and Agency Workshops
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Trainees on 5 Continents
In their own words
Trusted Globally by Coaches, Experts, Leaders, Teams, Organizations and Agencies
Here is what clients and students say about working with Dr. Suzie Carmack.
“I sincerely recommend Dr. Suzie Carmack as a visionary scholar and practitioner. She combines rigorous research and innovative communication to develop evidence-based interventions.”
“Suzie is fantastic! I thoroughly enjoyed her method of coaching — one that boosts confidence, allows for positive, incremental changes and gets results! I HIGHLY recommend her.”
“I simply cannot thank her enough for the incredible value, passion, and insight that she gave... She honored us by her kindness and her steadfast commitment to real value that has resulted in direct impact on people's lives, including mine.”
“Suzie is a true gem. During a single conversation, she helped me narrow down my options and focus on my goals. I am so grateful for her ability to guide me in my decision-making.”
“Suzie is a compassionate, well-educated teacher who inspires people to become healthy. I've incorporated many of her teachings not only into my work but into my life. She gets people.”
“I wholeheartedly support Suzie as a lifestyle guide, teacher, trainer & mentor. The enthusiasm and compassion she shares with her clients is truly remarkable — she is undoubtedly one of the best.”
“Suzie was the trainer for the bulk of my RYT work, and she did an amazing job. She knows the science behind everything we do on a yoga mat. I'd enthusiastically recommend her as a teacher or trainer for anything mind/body-related.”
“Suzie was a valued, remarkable colleague at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival. She has a brilliant mind, collaborative spirit and entrepreneurial spark that benefits everyone around her. She has my highest recommendation.”
“I have worked with Suzie on numerous occasions and keep coming back. Her professionalism makes her a pleasure to work with, and she inspires others with her unique spirit and energy.”
“It immediately drew me in and created a bridge back to myself. I went back to yoga after months of no-showing... I began to breathe again. I do believe 'I am back'!”
“I had a brain aneurysm 10 years ago and had to rebuild my body and strength. The Traffic Light Method gives me ideas going forward in teaching restorative yoga to those in recovery.”
“I've been experiencing chronic pain this year. This training was a fresh reminder that I don't have to shut the door on my beloved yoga practice just because Ashtanga isn't accessible right now.”
“I was stuck for a couple of years — until I completed this course! I now know how to set up my health coaching business, all in the context of my well-being being foundational to the well-being of my business.”
“Holy moly — this course helped me clarify, name and map my own well-being. Now I feel organized, motivated, and excited to get myself in the picture.”
“Yoga For One is a warm and practical guide for yoga teachers ready to deepen their one-on-one work. No fluff — a comprehensive deep dive. I finished it feeling inspired, supported, and full of ideas I'm excited to bring into my teaching.”
“The Well-Being Ultimatum offers guidance for public health professionals to plan, implement and sustain their own personal recovery strategy. It's a great resource!”
“I bought this while studying to become a health coach. Dr. Carmack's ‘3-S’ framework is a must for any health coach's toolkit.”
“I sincerely recommend Dr. Suzie Carmack as a visionary scholar and practitioner. She combines rigorous research and innovative communication to develop evidence-based interventions.”
“Suzie is fantastic! I thoroughly enjoyed her method of coaching — one that boosts confidence, allows for positive, incremental changes and gets results! I HIGHLY recommend her.”
“I simply cannot thank her enough for the incredible value, passion, and insight that she gave... She honored us by her kindness and her steadfast commitment to real value that has resulted in direct impact on people's lives, including mine.”
“Suzie is a true gem. During a single conversation, she helped me narrow down my options and focus on my goals. I am so grateful for her ability to guide me in my decision-making.”
“Suzie is a compassionate, well-educated teacher who inspires people to become healthy. I've incorporated many of her teachings not only into my work but into my life. She gets people.”
“I wholeheartedly support Suzie as a lifestyle guide, teacher, trainer & mentor. The enthusiasm and compassion she shares with her clients is truly remarkable — she is undoubtedly one of the best.”
“Suzie was the trainer for the bulk of my RYT work, and she did an amazing job. She knows the science behind everything we do on a yoga mat. I'd enthusiastically recommend her as a teacher or trainer for anything mind/body-related.”
“Suzie was a valued, remarkable colleague at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival. She has a brilliant mind, collaborative spirit and entrepreneurial spark that benefits everyone around her. She has my highest recommendation.”
“I have worked with Suzie on numerous occasions and keep coming back. Her professionalism makes her a pleasure to work with, and she inspires others with her unique spirit and energy.”
“It immediately drew me in and created a bridge back to myself. I went back to yoga after months of no-showing... I began to breathe again. I do believe 'I am back'!”
“I had a brain aneurysm 10 years ago and had to rebuild my body and strength. The Traffic Light Method gives me ideas going forward in teaching restorative yoga to those in recovery.”
“I've been experiencing chronic pain this year. This training was a fresh reminder that I don't have to shut the door on my beloved yoga practice just because Ashtanga isn't accessible right now.”
“I was stuck for a couple of years — until I completed this course! I now know how to set up my health coaching business, all in the context of my well-being being foundational to the well-being of my business.”
“Holy moly — this course helped me clarify, name and map my own well-being. Now I feel organized, motivated, and excited to get myself in the picture.”
“Yoga For One is a warm and practical guide for yoga teachers ready to deepen their one-on-one work. No fluff — a comprehensive deep dive. I finished it feeling inspired, supported, and full of ideas I'm excited to bring into my teaching.”
“The Well-Being Ultimatum offers guidance for public health professionals to plan, implement and sustain their own personal recovery strategy. It's a great resource!”
“I bought this while studying to become a health coach. Dr. Carmack's ‘3-S’ framework is a must for any health coach's toolkit.”
“Suzie has the greatest understanding of the totality of mind-body practice that I have ever seen in one human being — and she can transmit that understanding to others in a way that touches them deeply. One of the greatest teachers I have ever known.”
“In just one session, she helped me identify my target market, craft a purpose statement, and articulate my elevator pitch in a way that finally clicked! She doesn't just teach — she shows up for her graduates long after certification.”
“Her YogaMedCo training program enabled me to grow not only in my professional skills but also in my own personal development. Her approach to show up for her trainees is inspiring and life changing.”
“Suzie was one of my first yoga teachers, and one of the best I have ever encountered. Her knowledge and expertise in the fitness industry, the health sciences, and interpersonal communication is admirable. A true Guru.”
“Suzie is amazing and I miss her so much. I strongly recommend her as a trainer and life coach.”
“Suzie is a wonderful instructor who focuses on total body health. Personable and creative, she consistently provides outstanding classes and programs.”
“Suzie is the consummate professional. She has worked many times with our Fairfax County Public Schools theatre teachers delivering relaxation workshops, and has always delivered an awesome session!”
“I went to Suzie when physician-recommended exercises weren't helping my knee. In our first session she identified something in my alignment I needed to know, and took time to understand what I really wanted. She has expert knowledge of the physical and emotional sides of people.”
“Suzie perfectly blends her extensive education and expertise in multiple areas to give you a one-of-a-kind course. You will walk away with a wealth of excellent material that can be applied to all areas of your life.”
“YogaMedCo has forever changed my personal practice. I'm a better Friend, Daughter, Sister, Wife and Mother by implementing the Traffic Light method and honoring myself first.”
“This training reminded me that yoga is not about pushing toward an ideal, but about listening more closely to what is true in the moment.”
“By the end of this course I had a brand new website, joined a group that pitches me to corporate decision-makers, updated my LinkedIn, and started a new book. It completely unified and uplifted my brand.”
“This course brought me closer to the coach I want to be. Instead of staying away from my calling due to fear and doubt, I feel more confident to chase my coaching dream and build my own business.”
“I moved from 'lactation consultant' to 'integrated postpartum systems strategist.' That subtle shift changes everything — messaging becomes clearer, authority feels earned, not forced.”
“Yoga For One teaches the yoga teacher how to launch a successful business — from finding your niche to setting your fee structure. Thorough, succinct, and very impressive.”
“A dear friend gifted this book when I needed it most. For anyone dealing with burnout or struggling to improve their health, I highly recommend it — it can help you reclaim the joy in life.”
“Dr. Suzie Carmack is a genius in creating a bite-size system we can incorporate throughout our day. Something as simple as breathing, standing, or moving will result in re-setting our mind and body.”
“Suzie has the greatest understanding of the totality of mind-body practice that I have ever seen in one human being — and she can transmit that understanding to others in a way that touches them deeply. One of the greatest teachers I have ever known.”
“In just one session, she helped me identify my target market, craft a purpose statement, and articulate my elevator pitch in a way that finally clicked! She doesn't just teach — she shows up for her graduates long after certification.”
“Her YogaMedCo training program enabled me to grow not only in my professional skills but also in my own personal development. Her approach to show up for her trainees is inspiring and life changing.”
“Suzie was one of my first yoga teachers, and one of the best I have ever encountered. Her knowledge and expertise in the fitness industry, the health sciences, and interpersonal communication is admirable. A true Guru.”
“Suzie is amazing and I miss her so much. I strongly recommend her as a trainer and life coach.”
“Suzie is a wonderful instructor who focuses on total body health. Personable and creative, she consistently provides outstanding classes and programs.”
“Suzie is the consummate professional. She has worked many times with our Fairfax County Public Schools theatre teachers delivering relaxation workshops, and has always delivered an awesome session!”
“I went to Suzie when physician-recommended exercises weren't helping my knee. In our first session she identified something in my alignment I needed to know, and took time to understand what I really wanted. She has expert knowledge of the physical and emotional sides of people.”
“Suzie perfectly blends her extensive education and expertise in multiple areas to give you a one-of-a-kind course. You will walk away with a wealth of excellent material that can be applied to all areas of your life.”
“YogaMedCo has forever changed my personal practice. I'm a better Friend, Daughter, Sister, Wife and Mother by implementing the Traffic Light method and honoring myself first.”
“This training reminded me that yoga is not about pushing toward an ideal, but about listening more closely to what is true in the moment.”
“By the end of this course I had a brand new website, joined a group that pitches me to corporate decision-makers, updated my LinkedIn, and started a new book. It completely unified and uplifted my brand.”
“This course brought me closer to the coach I want to be. Instead of staying away from my calling due to fear and doubt, I feel more confident to chase my coaching dream and build my own business.”
“I moved from 'lactation consultant' to 'integrated postpartum systems strategist.' That subtle shift changes everything — messaging becomes clearer, authority feels earned, not forced.”
“Yoga For One teaches the yoga teacher how to launch a successful business — from finding your niche to setting your fee structure. Thorough, succinct, and very impressive.”
“A dear friend gifted this book when I needed it most. For anyone dealing with burnout or struggling to improve their health, I highly recommend it — it can help you reclaim the joy in life.”
“Dr. Suzie Carmack is a genius in creating a bite-size system we can incorporate throughout our day. Something as simple as breathing, standing, or moving will result in re-setting our mind and body.”
Meet My Evidence-Informed YogaMedCo Method
Bringing the Practices of Yoga, Lifestyle Medicine, & Life Story Coaching Together
At YogaMedco we offer education programs for the public to empower them to practice yoga wisely, and certification programs that provide continuing education credits for yoga, fitness, and coaching professionals..
A recent peer-reviewed journal article found that the YogaMedCo method of coaching (which integrates yoga, mindfulness and movement into talk-based health coaching) improved physician-scientists' well-being during the pandemic.
Read our peer-reviewed pilot study→Let's Work Together
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Let's Practice Together Online
Start Yoga Wisely Free Online Course!
Many people want to start practicing yoga, but they aren't sure where to begin. That's why I created my FREE Start Yoga Wisely course. You'll learn how you can practice yoga safely and wisely -- on and off the mat. Strategies for modifying the practice for your medical needs are included, as well as a global directory of our YogaMedCo Yoga Coaches.
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Learn the Research Behind My Methodology
Four Best-Selling Books
Learn the science, soul, and strategy behind my YogaMedCo method - and how you can apply it in your own life and share it with your clients.
Well-Being Ultimatum (2015) | Genius Breaks (2017) | Yoga for One (2024) | Chakras of Business (2025) Order Books Here3
Online Training for the Public and Professionals
YogaMedCo Online Training Studio
Train from anywhere in our online programs - including an online studio with weekly live classes and monthly workshops, and continuing education programs training you in my YogaMedCo Coaching methodology.- Yoga Coach Training: A Self-Paced Online Program w/CE Credits NBHWCCEA000521-1 ACECEP299163 IAYT35472028 Yoga Alliance YACEP24896
- Group Yoga Coach Training: A Live In Person 2-Day Training & 1 Year Cohort Mentoring Program NBHWCCEA-100364-1 ACECEP343928 IAYT41130463 Yoga Alliance YACEP24896
- Chakras of Business Program w/CE Credits NBHWCCEA-000075-1Ā ACECEP 343501Ā Yoga Alliance YACEP24896
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Work with Me One-on-One
Live 1:1 Yoga Coaching and Business Mentoring
Our journey begins with a one-on-one consultation online, and then you can choose to continue receiving support online and/or in person in Fairfax VA (near Washington, DC). Schedule Your 1st Session5
For teams, organizations and agencies
Team-Building Workshops & Retreats
More than 100 organizations and government agencies have trusted me to facilitate leadership trainings and experiential learning workshops (offsite retreats) that empower their people with new strategies for moving their health, human performance and well-being forward. I also host my own retreats annually, for private coaching clients only. Contact us6
Make Time to Protect Your Well-Beinge
Genius Break Away Annual Retreat (2027)
Join me for my annual retreat, the Genius Break Away, Inspired by my best-selling book Genius Breaks, this 4-day in person retreat welcomes you to reconnect with the genius within you and geniuses from all over the world. Dates will be announced 8/1/26 - so get on the waiting list to be first in line. Learn more
Suzie Carmack
- PhD, Health Communication
- MFA, Theatre
- MEd, Kinesiology
- E-RYT 500, Yoga Teacher Trainer
- C-IAYT, Yoga Therapist
- PCC, Executive Leadership Coach
- NBC-HWC, Board-Certified Health Coach
- ACE, IAYT, NBHWC, Yoga Alliance , CEC Provider
30 Years of Experience as an Expert in Mind-Body Medicine
Meet Dr. Suzie Carmack
Dr. CarmackĀ is an award-winning coach, founder of YogaMedCo, LLC, and aĀ Senior Scholar with the Center for the Advancement of Well-Being (CWB) at George Mason University. As a coach, yoga therapist and somatics practitoner, she has sharedĀ her pioneering work in mind-body medicine (which intersects the sciences of yoga, lifestyle medicine, life story coaching and health communication) through 4Ā best-selling books, 20 online courses, 8 peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters, keynote talks, and the YogaMedCo mobile app (iOS and Android). She has also consulted over 100+ organizations and government agencies (at local, national, and global levels) in the optimization of worker and leader well-being, including the U.S. Department of War, the U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Treasury Executive Institute, the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency, and the Pan American/World Health Organization. When she isn't certifying yoga, coaching, and fitness professionals in her YogaMedCo method and mentoring soulpreneurs as a business coach, she enjoys her own daily practice yoga and Pilates; engaging in the performing arts community in the Washington, DC metropolitan area as an actor, and spending quality time with her husband, adult children and grandchildren.Ā
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