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What makes the Uplifted Online Yoga Teacher Training Different? Everything.
If you’re reading this, you’re likely considering an online yoga teacher training. You’re doing your research (GOOD!). Now that you’re here, considering joining our Uplifted campus, you may be wondering… What makes Uplifted YTT better?Why is it so expensive?How is it...
Calming Pranayama for Clarity, Focus and Peace
Get your fix of calm, cool and collected with these easy calming pranayama practices.
How to Do Sitali Pranayama: The Cooling Breath
Cool your inner fire with Sitali pranayama. Roll up your tongue (or not) and let’s get started! This is how to do it and when to use it.
How to Resolve Intense & Traumatic Kundalini Awakening
Spiritual awakening isn’t a 40 day walk in the park for everybody. Learn how to resolve a difficult Kundalini awakening and why it happens here.
Managing Cash Flow and Profit In Your Yoga Business
Managing cash flow and profit can be a breeze in your yoga business – learn how with this high level advice from my Business Launchpad course.
The Top 5 Biggest Fears of New Yoga Teachers
Drowning in waterfall of what ifs? You’re not alone. Read about the biggest fears of new yoga teachers everywhere and how to face them.
How To Become A Yoga Teacher
If you want to become a yoga instructor, then start here. These are my most helpful articles to get you started.
Yoga Teacher Resources
If you’re already a yoga instructor and you’re looking for resources on how to choose your advanced training or to improve your career, then you’ll love this section of the blog. From how to write the perfect resume to how to find a job, I’ve got you covered.
Yoga Business and Marketing
Why You Need A Yoga Intake Form (FREE download)
Teaching private yoga classes is a great way to boost your income as a yoga teacher and gain experience with one-on-one teaching. The ONE thing you need to get started? A private yoga intake form. Here’s why: A private yoga intake form is a simple, all-in-one admin...
How to Make a Logo for Your Yoga Business (No Design Skills Needed)
Logo design, branding, marketing...if you're reading this article, you already know that this customer-facing side of your yoga business is important! Learn how to make a logo to use in all of your marketing materials in this guide, compiled specifically for yoga...
Do I need to use Sanskrit to Teach Yoga? 13 Reasons You Should
To use Sanskrit or not to use Sanskrit... that is the big question for many yoga teachers these days! One of the most common questions we yoga teachers find ourselves asking is "do I need to use Sanskrit to teach yoga?" Does it really help students deepen their...
Yoga Alliance
How to Upgrade Your Yoga Alliance Certification Designation to 300 / 500 RYT
Hey, graduate! You just finished your 300 / 500 hour RYT, freshly aglow with wisdom and energy to share with students. Before you continue your teaching journey, make sure to upgrade your Yoga Alliance certification designation to 300 / 500 RYT. This post will show...
How to Register Your YTT Certificate With Yoga Alliance (With Photos)
So you're officially a yoga instructor, yay! Now it's time to get out there and start teaching yoga. For many, that means registering your certificate with Yoga Alliance. While I'm writing this for my students who will be registering their YTT certificates with Yoga...
How to Update Your Yoga Alliance Teacher Profile Step-by-Step
‘Tis the perfect moment for a revamp, no? As many of us are reinventing how we share yoga in the world, it’s an excellent time to give our Yoga Alliance profile a tender loving upgrade and share all the ways we’re growing as teachers! Read on to learn...
On Being a Yoga Teacher
The 7 BEST Online Yoga Teacher Training Courses, According to An Industry Expert
Looking for an online yoga teacher training course, but flooded with listicles and promises that this yoga school is "the best"? Yeah. I see them too. And for a long time, I didn't want to enter that space. I just wanted my online training to speak for itself and let...
11 Embarrassing Sanskrit Words Yoga Teachers Get Wrong
Namast’YAY or namaste oh no? The list of Sanskrit words yoga teachers get wrong is looong yogis, but we’ll look at the top contenders in this article. The difference between pronouncing a Sanskrit term correctly and making up the closest thing that comes to mind (it...
How Long Should You Do Yoga Before Teacher Training?
You’re wild about yoga and can’t wait to share your joy with students by becoming a teacher yourself! But you’re wondering; how long should you do yoga before teacher training? Is there some kind of rule? Spoiler alert ⚠️ There is no firm rule about how long you...
Chakras and Kundalini
Wanna know about the chakras colors, how they work, and how to balance them? Then check out these posts all about the chakras and Kundalini Yoga. See all of my posts about chakras and Kundalini Yoga here.
Yoga Pose Directory
Explore different yoga postures, alignment, and yogic philosophy behind the poses.
Product Reviews
Check out my honest opinion on yoga mats, yoga props, books, and clothing in these helpful product reviews.
Yoga Philosophy
Learn yogic philosophy, practices, and postures for a deep dive into traditional yoga.
Pranayama
10 Essential Types of Pranayama Breathing Techniques That You MUST Know
In this post Where Does Pranayama Breathing Come From?What Are The Benefits of Pranayama?The Three Phases of Pranayama Breathing10 Types of Pranayama Breathing (With Instructions)1. Nadi Sodhana2. Ujjayi Pranayama3. Kapalabhati Pranayama4. Bhramari Pranayama5. Sheetli...
3 Tips to Master Ujjayi Breath (An Ancient Yogic Breathing Technique)
You know those yogic breathing exercises that your yoga instructor always talks about? Well, there's a big reason why they're incorporated into every yoga class. In fact, they are just as important as the 'yoga' that you're doing. It's true. Pranayama breathing is one...
6 Breathing Techniques for Stress and Anxiety Relief (That You Can Do Right Now)
Ever feel stressed or anxious? Yea, me too. While we may not be able to eliminate stress in our lives, we can learn how to respond to it more effectively. For me, one of the most direct ways to stay centered during times of stress and anxiety is by working with my...
Meditation
Why the Aquarian Sadhana Is The Ultimate Morning Yoga Practice
I like to say that the little things we do every day are more important than the “big” things we do every once in a while. If you’re a yogi, you know this is true! Just think about how it feels to get on your yoga mat after a couple of busy weeks where you just...
Venus Mudra: The Seal of Clarity & Empowerment
Mudras may be the #1 most under-rated element in a balanced yoga practice. Can you even name one? Ahem. No points for venus mudra 🙄 Mudras are often used like rainbow sprinkles in yoga class; an exciting addition, but definitely not the main attraction. However, when...
Adi Shakti Mantra: Manifest Your Divine Femininity
As you begin to dive deeper into your yoga practice, you may begin to pick up a few practices outside traditional asana. Those familiar with Kundalini yoga may already be well versed in the use of mantras and their benefits. However, even if you've never practiced...
Prenatal Yoga
How To Relieve Pelvic Girdle Pain During Pregnancy
Pregnant women experience all sorts of changes to their body. Many of them encounter pain in areas that they never had problems with before pregnancy. One of those tricky spots is in the pelvis. If you feel pain in your pelvis during pregnancy or after giving birth,...
My Guided Pregnancy Meditation To De-Stress & Connect With Your Baby [VIDEO]
In this post How Meditation During Pregnancy Can Help The Expectant MomMy Pregnancy Guided Meditation First of all, if you're pregnant then a major congrats is in order 🙂 Now, let's get to the real stuff. The stress of planning for a new baby. The anxiety of how he...
6 Natural Ways to Prepare Your Body For an Easy Labor & Delivery
Giving birth is one of the most powerful experiences that any woman can have. Even so, every woman understandably has concerns about how to make sure she has an easy labor. After all, you're basically shoving a bowling ball out of your lady parts in one dramatic go....