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Could you accidentally be harming or risking harm to your yoga students? If you're using any of these seven common yoga anatomy cues, you might be! I was as surprised as you might be by some of them because they're widespread and used across the yoga, dance and fitness industries but the science behind them doesn't add up for these anatomy cues to apply to everyone. In this episode, we'll cover 7 common yoga cues frequently used, figure out where they came from and why they became so highly used, decipher the actual science behind them to reveal why they're myths and shouldn't be used and what to do instead. The good news is that what you should do instead is usually easier and always safer so removing these 7 cues from your lingo will make teaching even easier! Recommended Resources: Nyk Danu's 100-Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training: https://nykdanu.com/teachers/yin-yoga-teacher-training/ Frik-Shuhn 20-Hour Yoga Body Anatomy Course (special price for AMT listeners)*: https://my.frikshuhn.com/courses/understanding-the-yoga-body-20-hour-anatomy-training-amt?coupon=AMTSPECIAL Frik-Shuhn 30-Hour Yoga Body Anatomy Course (special price for AMT listeners)*: https://my.frikshuhn.com/courses/understanding-the-yoga-body?coupon=AMTSPECIAL2 Paul Grilley's Anatomy for Yoga Workshop: https://pranamaya.com/courses/anatomy-for-yoga/ Paul Grilley's Bone Photos: https://paulgrilley.com/bones Episode Transcript, Resources and References List: https://allmatstaken.com/7-anatomy-myths Check out our top resources for building your yoga business: https://allmatstaken.com/resources Connect with Adrianne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allmatstaken/  *I receive a small affiliate commission if you buy using these links. It doesn't cost you anything extra but helps support the show. Thank you 🙏

Most people know Yoga Nidra as a relaxation tool that helps you fall asleep. But according to renowned yoga therapist and author Indu Arora, we've been missing the most important word in the practice... yoga. In this deeply illuminating conversation, Indu unpacks the true philosophy of Yoga Nidra, tracing it from ancient Vedic and Tantric texts all the way to the modern technique we practice today and we discuss why the difference matters more than you think. In this episode you'll learn: Why Yoga Nidra is a state of consciousness, not just a relaxation technique. And what the ancient texts actually say about it The real reason we fall asleep during Yoga Nidra (and what to do about it) How to prepare your body and nervous system before practice to stay present and aware Why reading a script is not the same as true transmission and how your personal practice changes everything The many pathways to Yoga Nidra beyond the Pancha Koshas, including through the three bodies, the five pranas, and more What "frequency following response" means and why the state you are in shapes the experience of every student in the room Why Indu believes we are "settling for fractions" of what Yoga Nidra can truly offer Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or a yoga teacher looking to deepen your transmission, this episode will completely shift the way you approach Yoga Nidra. About Indu Arora: Indu Arora is a Yoga and Ayurveda teacher, mentor, and author, based out of the USA. She considers herself a student for a lifetime. Indu has been sharing about Yoga philosophy, Yoga Therapy, and Ayurveda for the last two decades. Her unique gift is making Yoga and Ayurveda a practice, which is equally useful for a beginner as for a sincere seeker who has made Yoga a lifelong journey. She is inspired by and taught under Kriya Yoga, Himalayan Yoga, Kashmir Shiavism, and Sivananda Yoga lineages. She has studied in a traditional Guru-shishya parampara setting. Her teaching style is rooted in empowering and inspiring students to awaken the inner Guru. Her core philosophy is 'Yoga is a Work-in and not a Work-out'. She is the author of Mudra: The Sacred Secret (2015), Yoga: Ancient Heritage, Tomorrow's Vision (2005, 2019), and SOMA: 100 Heritage Recipes for Self-Care (e-book, 2020; updated hard copy, 2022). Episode Links: Check out Indu's Melbourne Tour: https://indu-arora.mykajabi.com/yoga-nidra-australia  Visit Indu's website: https://yogsadhna.com/ Follow Indu on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/induaroraofficial/  Want to support my work? Leave a tip: https://jerrettdigital.thrivecart.com/podcast-tip-jar/  Check out our top resources for building your yoga business: https://allmatstaken.com/resources Connect with Adrianne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allmatstaken/  Watch the Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OD0cXYBQYkM  Indu's Book Shop (Hard-copy and e-books): https://shop.yogsadhna.com/collections/book-and-audio  Get SOMA - 100 Heritage Recipes for Self-Care in E-Book format on Amazon*: https://amzn.to/4cZpLsQ  About The Show: All Mats Taken is the yoga business podcast helping yoga teachers grow sustainable teaching practices. Host Adrianne Jerrett explores yoga marketing strategies, business growth tactics, and how to build a yoga business aligned with your values and yogic philosophy...without the burnout. Whether you're struggling to fill classes, price your offerings, or create a teaching lifestyle you actually love, this podcast gives you actionable insights from experts who've been there. New episodes fortnightly. *I receive a small affiliate commission if you buy using these links. It doesn't cost you anything extra but helps support the show. Thank you 🙏

If you're a yoga teacher looking to grow your business without spending hours on social media, podcast guesting might be the marketing strategy you've been missing. In this episode, Sam Brake Guia, co-founder of Pod Written and host of Mics to Millions podcast, shares exactly how yoga teachers can leverage podcast guesting to build authority, attract clients and grow their audience. Sam has spent over four years booking yoga teachers on podcasts and he's bringing all of that expertise to this conversation. In this episode you'll learn: Why podcasting is one of the most intimate and high-converting marketing channels for yoga teachers How to identify the right podcasts to pitch (and why getting this wrong wastes your time) What makes a compelling pitch and the quality vs. quantity mistake most people make How to deliver a great guest interview that builds trust without being overly promotional What to do after the episode goes live to maximise every appearance How long it realistically takes to see results from a podcast guesting strategy Why you don't need your own podcast to make this work for your business If you're a yoga teacher or studio owner looking to grow your business with the power of podcast guesting this episode will give you a clear and actionable roadmap to start using this strategy in your yoga business marketing plan. **References to last year in the episode refer to 2025 as this was recorded in 2025. I over-batched interview recording, which I discuss in the episode 😅. At the time of publishing the show is 23 months old, not 14 as mentioned here.** Meet Sam Brake Guia from Podwritten: Sam Brake Guia is the Co-founder of PodWritten, a full-service agency he runs with his wife, specializing in helping health, fitness, and wellness businesses grow through strategic podcast guesting. Additionally, he hosts Mics to Millions, a podcast where he shares interviews with top-tier hosts, expert insights, and solo episodes aimed at helping health, fitness, and wellness podcast hosts scale and grow their shows. Episode Links: Want to support my work? Leave a tip: https://jerrettdigital.thrivecart.com/podcast-tip-jar/  Check out our top resources for building your yoga business: https://allmatstaken.com/resources Connect with Adrianne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allmatstaken/  Follow Adrianne on Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/allmatstaken/  Watch Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-FnXbu219J4  Connect with Sam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuelbrakeguia/ Follow Sam on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sambguia/  Follow Podwritten on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwritten/  Check out Sam's Website: https://podwritten.com/  P.S. We mentioned Kelly Smith & her Yoga Nidra training in this episode so I wanted to add a reminder that Kelly is currently offering All Mats Taken listeners $50 her 25-Hour Yoga Nidra Teacher Training until the end of May 2026. Use the code ALLMATSTAKEN for $50 off at checkout. Learn more here: https://www.yogaforyouonline.com/yoganidratt  About The Show: All Mats Taken is the yoga business podcast helping yoga teachers grow sustainable teaching practices. Host Adrianne Jerrett explores yoga marketing strategies, business growth tactics, and how to build a yoga business aligned with your values and yogic philosophy...without the burnout. Whether you're struggling to fill classes, price your offerings, or create a teaching lifestyle you actually love, this podcast gives you actionable insights from experts who've been there. New episodes fortnightly. *I receive a small affiliate commission if you buy using these links. It doesn't cost you anything extra but helps support the show. Thank you 🙏

Are you a yoga teacher who weaves in meditation or do you avoid it? In this episode I welcome Kelly Smith, host of the Mindful in Minutes Podcast to share how meditation can make you stand out as a teacher and keep your students coming back because it's the secret tool they've been craving (even if they don't know it). We also discuss how embracing your neurodivergent brain can become your teaching superpower. In this episode, we'll cover: What students really mean when they say they "can't meditate" How Kelly went from power yoga to specializing in meditation and yoga nidra The difference between yoga nidra, meditation iRest and NSDR (Non-Sleep Deep Rest) Why ADHD is Kelly's secret weapon in building a successful meditation business Simple ways to weave meditation into any yoga class (even yoga sculpt) Practical business strategies: events, workshops, and making $400/hour teaching meditation Tips for staying on track building your yoga business with ADHD AND MORE! If you're a yoga teacher with ADHD, struggle with infusing meditation into your classes OR LOVE IT and want more tips this episode is for you. If you want to learn more about Yoga Nidra from Kelly join her 25-hour Yoga Nidra course before May 30th and use the code ALLMATSTAKEN for $50 off. Learn more here: https://www.yogaforyouonline.com/yoganidratt  Meet Kelly: Kelly Smith is a global yoga and meditation teacher, author, E-RYT 500/ YACEP, founder of Yoga For You and the host of the iTunes chart topping podcasts Mindful in Minutes and Meditation Mama with over 25 million downloads. Kelly believes that there is not a one-size-fits-all approach to yoga and meditation and encourages her students to find their own personal practice, listen to their bodies, and find inner joy by accessing their most authentic selves. Kelly is best known for her guided meditation, yoga nidra, and restorative yoga practices that she has been sharing since 2016 on her podcasts and books. Episode Links: Want to support my work? Leave a tip: https://jerrettdigital.thrivecart.com/podcast-tip-jar/  Check out our top resources for building your yoga business: https://allmatstaken.com/resources Connect with Adrianne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allmatstaken/  Watch Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/z7U4mqiGW8Q  Follow Kelly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogaforyouonline  Check out Kelly's Website: https://www.yogaforyouonline.com/    About The Show: All Mats Taken is the yoga business podcast helping yoga teachers grow sustainable teaching practices. Host Adrianne Jerrett explores yoga marketing strategies, business growth tactics, and how to build a yoga business aligned with your values and yogic philosophy...without the burnout. Whether you're struggling to fill classes, price your offerings, or create a teaching lifestyle you actually love, this podcast gives you actionable insights from experts who've been there. New episodes fortnightly. *I receive a small affiliate commission if you buy using these links. It doesn't cost you anything extra but helps support the show. Thank you 🙏

I've hit 50 episodes of this podcast around the same time I've reached the one-year milestone of teaching and building an in-person yin yoga class post maternity leave from scratch. So to celebrate I'm sharing my honest take on 5 lessons I've learned from the highs and lows in the yoga business and marketing realm this past year. I've also conjured up some deals for you. See below 👇 I'll be sharing: Why consistency beats hustle — and why the pressure to grow fast can actually slow everything down. If you've ever felt like you need your class to work right now, this one's for you. Which marketing strategies actually filled seats — Facebook groups, Google My Business, event sites, Instagram. I break down what worked, what didn't and why the answer probably makes more sense than you'd expect once you think about where your students actually spend their time. How to honestly audit your own marketing — because there's a big difference between "nothing's working" and "I've been holding back somewhere and I know it." The website trap — as a website designer, this was a genuinely hard lesson to sit with. A simpler setup that works beats a beautiful one that costs more than your class earns. If you're a yoga teacher building your own in-person (or online) class, especially if you're doing it independently (not under a studio), this episode this is for you! Special Deals for the 50th Episode in Conjunction with FrikShuhn Yoga: I've managed to negotiate some sweet deals for you as an All Mats Taken listener from my friend Colynn of Frikshuhn Yoga. You won't find these advertised on her website!  20-Hour Anatomy of Yoga from Frikshuhn Yoga & Coaching. Usually $111 Get it for Only $27: https://my.frikshuhn.com/courses/understanding-the-yoga-body-20-hour-anatomy-training-amt?coupon=AMTSPECIAL OR Get the full coaching & training package featuring 14+ Yoga Alliance teacher training specialist certifications. You choose path and get help along the way for only $111 for your first 12 months (Then $297 monthly): https://my.frikshuhn.com/courses/experiential-teacher-path-copy?coupon=AMT50THSPECIAL  OR Upgrade to an annual plan for only $600 for your first year! Save $2370 off the full price! Use code AMT50THSPECIAL600 at checkout: https://my.frikshuhn.com/courses/experiential-teacher-path-copy?coupon=AMT50THSPECIAL600 Special Workshops By Me: Want to learn how to grow your socials with only $2 a day? Check out the workshop here: https://jerrettdigital.thrivecart.com/2-a-day-growth/ Optimize Your Google My Business Profile To Bring In More Local Yoga Clients! Check out the workshop here: https://jerrettdigital.thrivecart.com/google-my-business-workshop/  DIY Branding Workshop for Yoga Teachers: https://jerrettdigital.thrivecart.com/workshop-diy-branding/  Ritual Over Resolutions: A yin-style goal-setting workshop with Yoga Nidra: https://jerrettdigital.thrivecart.com/ritual-over-resolution/ Episode Links: Try OfferingTree on a free trial then get 50% off your first three months or 15% off your first annual subscription by visiting* https://allmatstaken.com/tree Want to support my work? Leave a tip: https://jerrettdigital.thrivecart.com/podcast-tip-jar/  Check out our top resources for building your yoga business: https://allmatstaken.com/resources Connect with Adrianne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allmatstaken/  Follow Adrianne on Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/allmatstaken/  About The Show: All Mats Taken is the yoga business podcast helping yoga teachers grow sustainable teaching practices. Host Adrianne Jerrett explores yoga marketing strategies, business growth tactics, and how to build a yoga business aligned with your values and yogic philosophy...without the burnout. Whether you're struggling to fill classes, price your offerings, or create a teaching lifestyle you actually love, this podcast gives you actionable insights from experts who've been there. New episodes fortnightly. *I receive a small affiliate commission if you buy using these links. It doesn't cost you anything extra but helps support the show. Thank you 🙏

Does your yoga marketing plan involve you spending hours every week creating free content and wondering why your classes still aren't filling? In this solo episode, I unpack why the free content model most yoga teachers have been taught has a fundamental flaw in today's algorithm-driven landscape and what marketing strategies I'm leaning towards more in 2026. We cover: - Why organic Instagram reach has collapsed for small businesses and what that means for your time - The real cost of free content marketing (hint: it's not free) - What the data says about email, word of mouth, and community as marketing channels - A practical reframe for thinking about paid promotion without selling your soul to Meta - Three simple things you can do this week that don't require a filming setup This episode is for yoga teachers who want to optimize or scale their marketing plan in 2026 with clear direction.   Episode Links: Want to learn how to grow your socials with only $2 a day? Check out the workshop here: https://jerrettdigital.thrivecart.com/2-a-day-growth/ No idea what to email your list? Liz Wilcox's $9 Newsletter Template Membership is a goldmine! I especially find it useful for sales sequences as that's not an area of copy I'm particularly confident in. Check it out here*: https://jerrettdigitaldesign--lizwilcox.thrivecart.com/email-marketing-membership/636a7bf190949/  Want to support my work? Leave a tip: https://jerrettdigital.thrivecart.com/podcast-tip-jar/  Check out our top resources for building your yoga business: https://allmatstaken.com/resources Connect with Adrianne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allmatstaken/  Follow Adrianne on Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/allmatstaken/  About The Show: All Mats Taken is the yoga business podcast helping yoga teachers grow sustainable teaching practices. Host Adrianne Jerrett explores yoga marketing strategies, business growth tactics, and how to build a yoga business aligned with your values and yogic philosophy...without the burnout. Whether you're struggling to fill classes, price your offerings, or create a teaching lifestyle you actually love, this podcast gives you actionable insights from experts who've been there. New episodes fortnightly. *I receive a small affiliate commission if you buy using these links. It doesn't cost you anything extra but helps support the show. Thank you 🙏

Do you find you hit resistance when showing up in your yoga business? In this powerful conversation, photographer Amy Fraser shares how going viral through vulnerability transformed both her business and her relationship with being seen. We explore why showing up authentically isn't just empowering, it's the smartest marketing strategy you can use as a yoga teacher or wellness entrepreneur. In this episode, we'll explore: Why women are conditioned to shrink and how to push back against it Amy's story of going viral (1M+ views) The confidence paradox: why you must do the scary thing before feeling ready How professional photography helps women reclaim parts of themselves Practical tips for showing up online when you feel like you have nothing to say Setting boundaries while staying vulnerable in your content Why your unique story is the one thing no competitor can replicate The real difference between a pretty brand photo and an effective one If you're a yoga teacher, healer, or creative entrepreneur who struggles with visibility, feels resistant to showing up on social media, or wonders if sharing your authentic story is worth the risk. If you've been waiting to feel "ready" before putting yourself out there, this conversation will show you why waiting is costing you connection, clients and confidence. Meet Amy Fraser: Amy Fraser is a yoga photographer, web designer and strategist based in the Gold Coast, Australia who helps heart-led business owners create websites that feel as authentic as they are effective. She believes your online presence should be more than just a pretty homepage—it should tell your story, connect with your audience, and naturally guide them to work with you. Episode Links: Want to support my work? Leave a tip: https://jerrettdigital.thrivecart.com/podcast-tip-jar/  Check out our top resources for building your yoga business: https://allmatstaken.com/resources Connect with Adrianne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allmatstaken/  Follow Adrianne on Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/allmatstaken/  Watch Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/baEgNvNdfKU  Follow Amy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogaroo__ Check out Amy's Website: https://yogaroo.net/links Amy's Viral IG Reel: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DINtMGfT9r3/?igsh=N2RpNGRtZGpiZ3I=  Amy's Follow-up IG Reel: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLjjJ44Tme6/?igsh=MWt4aG5va3MzdHB3Zg==  Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert*: https://amzn.to/4rFq989  About The Show: All Mats Taken is the yoga business podcast helping yoga teachers grow sustainable teaching practices. Host Adrianne Jerrett explores yoga marketing strategies, business growth tactics, and how to build a yoga business aligned with your values and yogic philosophy...without the burnout. Whether you're struggling to fill classes, price your offerings, or create a teaching lifestyle you actually love, this podcast gives you actionable insights from experts who've been there. New episodes fortnightly. *I receive a small affiliate commission if you buy using these links. It doesn't cost you anything extra but helps support the show. Thank you 🙏

Tired of yoga marketing that feels pushy and inauthentic? In this episode, Nyk Danu returns to share her feminine approach to marketing that prioritizes relationships over hustle. If you're a yoga teacher struggling with traditional business tactics that feel "gross" or slimy, this conversation is for you. Nyk reframes common marketing terms from "crushing it" to "overcoming objections" into heart-centered practices that align with your values. In this episode, you'll learn: How to apply feminine energy principles to yoga marketing without sacrificing results Why "overcoming objections" is like unwanted advances (and what to do instead) The seasonal approach to business that replaces constant hustle with sustainable growth How to reframe aggressive marketing "bro" language The circular economy mindset that transforms how yoga teachers think about money When to use masculine energy in your marketing (and when to lean into the feminine)  If you're a yoga teacher who wants to grow your business using an anti-hustle marketing approach that feels sustainable and genuine, this episode is for you. Meet Nyk Danu: Nyk Danu is a certified Yoga Therapist, Yin Yoga Teacher Trainer, Yoga business mentor, and host of A Yin Yoga podcast. Nyk lives in the magical city of Victoria on the enchanted Vancouver Island off the west coast of Canada she teaches Therapeutic Yoga to MisFits. Gen Xers (and sometimes Y) who don't feel at home in mainstream Yoga circles: the rebels, underdogs, introverts, neurodiverse, geeks, and bookworms. Nyk has been practicing Yoga since 1998 and teaching since 2004. She has well over 2000 hours of Yoga Teacher Training, including 500 hours with Paul Grilley and an 800-hour  Yoga Therapy certification. Her passion for Yin Yoga sparked a deep resonance and curiosity for Traditional Chinese Medicine. This then drew her to study 2300 hours of Traditional Chinese Medicine at Pacific Rim College. Nyk has since combined her Yoga Therapy Training, Yin Yoga Training, and Traditional Chinese Medicine knowledge to create a unique Therapeutic Yin Yoga teacher training program that has gotten rave reviews. Nyk has been helping Yoga teachers flourish in their Yoga Businesses since 2014 both through her one-on-one business mentorship sessions and through her signature group Program: Marketing with Heart Episode Links: Use code ALLMATSTAKEN to get 15% off Nyk's 7-week business/mentorship course Flourish. Learn more here: https://nykdanu.com/teachers/yoga-business-mentorship/courses/flourish/ Want to support my work? Leave a tip: https://jerrettdigital.thrivecart.com/podcast-tip-jar/  Scroll back to Episode 25: Commitment and Community: The Power of Registered Yoga Series With Nyk Danu Check out our top resources for building your yoga business: https://allmatstaken.com/resources Connect with Adrianne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allmatstaken/  Follow Adrianne on Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/allmatstaken/  Watch Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/f8iGvTpG_IM  Follow Nyk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nykdanuyoga/ https://www.instagram.com/yinyogapodcast/  Visit Nyk's Website: https://nykdanu.com/  Learn More About Nyk's 100-Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training Certification: https://nykdanu.com/teachers/yin-yoga-teacher-training/  Listen to The Yin Yoga Podcast: https://nykdanu.com/teachers/yin-yoga-teacher-training/yin-yoga-podcast/ Take Nyk's Free So You Think You Can Niche Workshop: https://nykdanu.com/teachers/yoga-business-mentorship/workshops/niche-workshop/   About The Show: All Mats Taken is the yoga business podcast helping yoga teachers grow sustainable teaching practices. Host Adrianne Jerrett explores yoga marketing strategies, business growth tactics, and how to build a yoga business aligned with your values and yogic philosophy...without the burnout. Whether you're struggling to fill classes, price your offerings, or create a teaching lifestyle you actually love, this podcast gives you actionable insights from experts who've been there. New episodes fortnightly.

What if the secret to growing your yoga business isn't adding more, it's subtracting? Today's episode is an unofficial part-2 to the last one on New Year's Resolutions, where I get brutally honest about time, energy, and the pressure to constantly hustle. From banning a client from ChatGPT to choosing gut health over social media, I'll share why going into maintenance mode isn't failing. If you're a yoga teacher feeling drained by the constant push to grow, post, and perform, this episode is your permission slip to slow down and focus on what actually matters. Listen now to discover the one question that will change how you approach your business in 2026. Episode Links: Want to support my work? Leave a tip: https://jerrettdigital.thrivecart.com/podcast-tip-jar/ Check out our top resources for building your yoga business:  https://allmatstaken.com/resources Connect with Adrianne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allmatstaken/  Follow Adrianne on Pinterest: https://nz.pinterest.com/allmatstaken/  About The Show: All Mats Taken is the yoga business podcast helping yoga teachers grow sustainable teaching practices. Host Adrianne Jerrett explores yoga marketing strategies, business growth tactics, and how to build a yoga business aligned with your values and yogic philosophy...without the burnout. Whether you're struggling to fill classes, price your offerings, or create a teaching lifestyle you actually love, this podcast gives you actionable insights from experts who've been there. New episodes fortnightly.

Is setting New Year's resolutions actually worth it, or are we setting ourselves up for inevitable failure? In this episode, I dig into the research on New Year's goal-setting and share what actually works (and what doesn't). Spoiler: resolutions DO work (they're 10x more effective than having no resolution at all) but only if you set them up right. I break down the science behind why most resolutions fail by February, the psychological mechanisms that make fresh starts powerful, and the specific strategies research shows will help you actually achieve your goals. Whether you're planning to grow your yoga business or setting personal development for 2026, this episode will help you set goals that stick. Ready to set goals that actually stick? Grab your notebook and start reframing your 2026 intentions using the strategies from this episode. And if you found this helpful, share it with a yoga teacher friend who needs to hear this too. Episode Links: Want to support my work? Leave a tip: https://jerrettdigital.thrivecart.com/podcast-tip-jar/  Check out our top resources for building your yoga business: https://allmatstaken.com/resources Connect with Adrianne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allmatstaken/  Follow Adrianne on Pinterest: https://nz.pinterest.com/allmatstaken/  Further Reading: James Clear (2018). Atomic habits: An easy & proven way to build good habits & break bad ones.* https://amzn.to/3YpUcna  More References? Bryan, C. J., Walton, G. M., Rogers, T., & Dweck, C. S. (2011). Motivating voter turnout by invoking the self. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 108(31), 12653-12656. https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.1103343108  Dai, H., Milkman, K. L., & Riis, J. (2014). The fresh start effect: Temporal landmarks motivate aspirational behavior. Management Science, 60(10), 2563-2582. https://doi.org/10.1287/mnsc.2014.1901  Dodson, W. W. (n.d.). How ADHD shapes your perceptions, emotions & motivation [Presentation]. https://adhd.dk/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/05/Dodson-How-ADHD-Shapes-Your-Perceptions-Emotions-.pdf  Gollwitzer, P. M., & Sheeran, P. (2006). Implementation intentions and goal achievement: A meta-analysis of effects and processes. Advances in Experimental Social Psychology, 38, 69-119. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0065-2601(06)38002-1  Marcus, J. (n.d.). The misogi challenge: Taking risks and crushing your comfort zone. Depth Not Width. Retrieved January 5, 2026, from https://www.depthnotwidth.com/the-misogi-challenge-taking-risks-and-crushing-your-comfort-zone/  Misogi. (n.d.). About misogi. Retrieved January 5, 2026, from https://www.misogi.jp/en/about/  Morin, A. (2024, December 29). Why New Year's resolutions set you up to fail. Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/what-mentally-strong-people-dont-do/202412/why-new-years-resolutions-set-you-up-to-fail  Norcross, J. C., Mrykalo, M. S., & Blagys, M. D. (2002). Auld lang syne: Success predictors, change processes, and self-reported outcomes of New Year's resolvers and nonresolvers. Journal of Clinical Psychology, 58(4), 397-405. https://doi.org/10.1002/jclp.1151  Oscarsson, M., Carlbring, P., Andersson, G., & Rozental, A. (2020). A large-scale experiment on New Year's resolutions: Approach-oriented goals are more successful than avoidance-oriented goals. PLOS ONE, 15(12), e0234097. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0234097  Polivy, J., & Herman, C. P. (2002). If at first you don't succeed: False hopes of self-change. American Psychologist, 57(9), 677-689. https://doi.org/10.1037/0003-066X.57.9.677  Sheeran, P., Liström, S., & Gollwitzer, P. M. (2024). The when and how of planning: Meta-analysis of the scope and components of implementation intentions in 642 tests. British Journal of Social Psychology. https://doi.org/10.1111/bjso.12744  Thorndike, A. N., Sonnenberg, L., Riis, J., Barraclough, S., & Levy, D. E. (2012). A 2-phase labeling and choice architecture intervention to improve healthy food and beverage choices. American Journal of Public Health, 102(3), 527-533. https://doi.org/10.2105/AJPH.2011.300391  Williamson, O., Swann, C., Bennett, K. J. M., Bird, M. D., Goddard, S. G., Schweickle, M. J., & Jackman, P. C. (2022). The performance and psychological effects of goal setting in sport: A systematic review and meta-analysis. International Review of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 17(2), 1050-1078. https://doi.org/10.1080/1750984X.2022.2116723 About The Show: All Mats Taken is the yoga business podcast helping yoga teachers grow sustainable teaching practices. Host Adrianne Jerrett explores yoga marketing strategies, business growth tactics, and how to build a yoga business aligned with your values and yogic philosophy...without the burnout. Whether you're struggling to fill classes, price your offerings, or create a teaching lifestyle you actually love, this podcast gives you actionable insights from experts who've been there. New episodes fortnightly. *Affiliate link: If you buy after clicking this link it won't cost you any more, but you'll help support the show. Thank you 🫶

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of yoga sequencing with expert Charlotte Muller, who shares her journey from discovering yoga as a grieving tool to becoming a master at crafting creative sequences using her method called foreshadowing. You'll learn about: The importance of creative sequencing, Incorporating foreshadowing into your system, And how these techniques can transform your teaching and student engagement.  Charlotte also discusses the role of balance in class planning, the impact of personalized teaching, and how she grows a highly engaged clientele base in-person and online. Whether you're a seasoned instructor or a new teacher, this episode is packed with insights for how you teach creative yoga classes and how you operate your business as a yoga teacher. Meet Charlotte Muller: After the unexpected loss of her mom and the diagnosis of Familial Hypercholesterolemia (FH) at age 17, Charlotte dove into wellness as an attempt to care for her heart, physically and emotionally. Breathe Strength was born from her united love for yoga and fitness. Charlotte's been teaching since 2012. Her certifications include ERYT-500, YACEP, RYS, Yoga Teacher Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer, Blissflow Yoga, Trauma Informed Yoga, and AHA Heartsaver CPR Instructor. She also taught yoga theory + practice at Hofstra University as an adjunct professor. Charlotte is well known for her creative style sequencing, specifically using the element of foreshadowing, and runs a yoga teacher membership called the Sequencing Hub. She is passionate about helping other yoga teachers save time, teach creative classes, and continue their education, and loves creating community for yoga teachers + students alike. Episode Links: Want to support my work? Leave a tip: https://jerrettdigital.thrivecart.com/podcast-tip-jar/  Check out our top resources for building your yoga business: https://allmatstaken.com/resources Connect with Adrianne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allmatstaken/  Follow Adrianne on Pinterest: https://nz.pinterest.com/allmatstaken/  Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/B9WU3v14atU  Follow Charlotte on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breathe_strength Visit Charlotte's Website: https://bio.site/breathe_strength Try Manychat*: https://manychat.partnerlinks.io/on739gt8xjsr About The Show: All Mats Taken is the yoga business podcast helping yoga teachers grow sustainable teaching practices. Host Adrianne Jerrett explores yoga marketing strategies, business growth tactics, and how to build a yoga business aligned with your values and yogic philosophy...without the burnout. Whether you're struggling to fill classes, price your offerings, or create a teaching lifestyle you actually love, this podcast gives you actionable insights from experts who've been there. New episodes fortnightly. *I receive a small affiliate commission if you buy using these links. It doesn't cost you anything extra but helps support the show. Thank you 🙏

Discover the inspiring story behind OfferingTree as founder Eddie Arpin shares how a background in engineering led to empowering yoga teachers and wellness professionals with user-friendly business tools. This episode dives into the real challenges yoga teachers face like managing bookings, payments, and marketing and how the right technology can simplify their journey. We discuss the evolution of booking platforms, the importance of focus and persistence in business, and the emerging role of AI in the wellness industry. If you're a yoga teacher, studio owner, or wellness entrepreneur, you'll find practical advice and relatable stories to help you thrive. In this episode, you'll learn: How Offeringtree started to solve the unique needs of yoga teachers and studios Key features to look for in a booking platform to suit your needs How to balance technology adoption, including AI, with maintaining authentic human connections in your yoga business Real-world insights on using AI as a supportive tool (not a replacement) for marketing and content creation Why focus and persistence are essential for long-term success in the wellness industry  Ready to streamline your yoga business and stay ahead in the digital age? Listen now and get inspired to take your next step!  Meet Eddie Arpin: Eddie Arpin is the CEO of OfferingTree.  Eddie has an undergraduate and graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Minnesota. When he wasn't studying physics and math in college, he was staying physically and mindfully active. He met Alex Haley (another co-founder of OfferingTree) in college while attending a student-led meditation group. After working in transportation research for a few years, he shifted his focus to helping people make a sustainable living out of their passion for health and wellness, and fostering the transformation it can make to their communities. Alex and Eddie started OfferingTree along with co-founders Arvind Menon and Alec Gorgestani to provide greater access to wellness by empowering a diverse group of professionals and businesses to better serve their communities. Links:  Try OfferingTree on a free trial then get 50% off your first three months or 15% off your first annual subscription by visiting* https://allmatstaken.com/tree Want to support my work? Leave a tip: https://jerrettdigital.thrivecart.com/podcast-tip-jar/  Check out our top resources for building your yoga business: https://allmatstaken.com/resources Connect with Adrianne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allmatstaken/  Follow Adrianne on Pinterest: https://nz.pinterest.com/allmatstaken/  Watch episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gh7VOxoLXD8  Learn more about Offeringtree on their website (plus get a free trial & exclusive discounts via this link): https://www.offeringtree.com/referral-discount/?utm_campaign=partner&utm_medium=ambassador&utm_source=allmatstaken&_by=adrianne14 Follow Offeringtree on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offeringtree Connect with Eddie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eddiearpin/ About The Show: All Mats Taken is the yoga business podcast helping yoga teachers grow sustainable teaching practices. Host Adrianne Jerrett explores yoga marketing strategies, business growth tactics, and how to build a yoga business aligned with your values and yogic philosophy...without the burnout. Whether you're struggling to fill classes, price your offerings, or create a teaching lifestyle you actually love, this podcast gives you actionable insights from experts who've been there. New episodes fortnightly. *I receive a small affiliate commission if you buy using these links. It doesn't cost you anything extra but helps support the show. Thank you 🙏

In this episode, Colynn Cespedes from Frikshuhn Yoga joins me to dive deep into the art and strategy of creating a free offer that truly grows your business. You'll learn why lead magnets are essential in today's saturated market, how to craft offers that attract your ideal clients, and how building and nurturing a community should be done with an email list. We share real-world examples, actionable steps for niching down, and expert insights on using market research to make your offers irresistible. Plus, get a sneak peek into our upcoming free challenge The 3-Day Build Your Freebie Challenge (November 26-28 2025), where you'll get hands-on support to create, launch, and market your own free resource. Whether you're a new yoga teacher, or you've been teaching for awhile but are ready to stand out, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical advice to help you take action and see real results! Links Mentioned:  Join the FREE 3-Day Build Your Free Offer Challenge to create a lead magnet that expands your reach and builds trust:  https://my.frikshuhn.com/courses/3-day-build-your-free-offer-challenge?affiliate=Zm0i7W  Want to support my work? Leave a tip: https://jerrettdigital.thrivecart.com/podcast-tip-jar/  Connect with Adrianne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allmatstaken/  Follow Adrianne on Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/allmatstaken/  Resources mentioned: Book mentioned by Adrianne; Ready, Fire, Aim: Zero to $100 Million in No Time Flat by Michael Masterson:* https://amzn.to/4oLcr1J  About The Show: All Mats Taken is the yoga business podcast helping yoga teachers grow sustainable teaching practices. Host Adrianne Jerrett explores yoga marketing strategies, business growth tactics, and how to build a yoga business aligned with your values and yogic philosophy...without the burnout. Whether you're struggling to fill classes, price your offerings, or create a teaching lifestyle you actually love, this podcast gives you actionable insights from experts who've been there. New episodes fortnightly.

This week we dive deep into the art and science of pedagogy in yoga teaching with Sage Rountree. Sage shares her rich experience in transitioning from an academic teaching background to yoga instruction and the lessons learned along the way. We discuss: The importance of repetition, clear queuing, and balancing structure with flexibility in class planning.  Frameworks such as the 6-4-2 method and the SERVE method to help teachers design balanced and effective classes. The integration of exercise physiology principles and the role of varied yet intentional practice to enhance both teaching and learning experiences. And so much more! Whether you're a new or seasoned yoga teacher, you'll find valuable insights and practical tips to elevate your teaching practice. Meet Sage Rountree: Sage Rountree (sagerountree.com), PhD, E-RYT 500, is an internationally recognized authority in yoga for athletes and master yoga teacher trainer. She is author of thirteen books including The Athlete's Guide to Recovery, Everyday Yoga, Teaching Yoga Beyond the Poses, The Professional Yoga Teacher's Handbook, and The Art of Yoga Sequencing. And she contributes to Yoga Journal and Runner's World, where she sat on the advisory board for 10 years. Sage hosts the Yoga Teacher Confidential podcast.   Sage's work helps yoga teachers reach the top of their game teaching yoga to athletes and to everyone. Sage speaks, teaches workshops, and leads trainings internationally and online at comfortzoneyoga.com, a virtual studio where she offers a mentorship membership and a 300-hour yoga teacher training. She lives in central North Carolina, where she co-owns the Carrboro Yoga Company and Hillsborough Spa and Day Retreat.  All Mats Taken Links: Download the AI Prompt Workshop for Yoga Teachers and get more efficient output when working with AI: https://allmatstaken.com/resources Want to support my work? Leave a tip: https://jerrettdigital.thrivecart.com/podcast-tip-jar/  Connect with Adrianne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allmatstaken/  Follow Adrianne on Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/allmatstaken/  Watch the interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KEehWZvAdbc  Learn more via Sage's website: https://www.comfortzoneyoga.com/  Follow Sage on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sagerountree  Follow Sage on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@sagerountree  Follow Sage on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/sagerountree  Shop Sage's Books* Teaching Yoga Beyond the Poses: https://amzn.to/43QEaFM  The Professional Yoga Teacher's Handbook: https://amzn.to/47nixPP  The Art of Yoga Sequencing: https://amzn.to/4nvTaQt  Everyday Yoga: https://amzn.to/47F494a  The Athlete's Guide to Recovery: https://amzn.to/438YbHx  About The Show: All Mats Taken is the yoga business podcast helping yoga teachers grow sustainable teaching practices. Host Adrianne Jerrett explores yoga marketing strategies, business growth tactics, and how to build a yoga business aligned with your values and yogic philosophy...without the burnout. Whether you're struggling to fill classes, price your offerings, or create a teaching lifestyle you actually love, this podcast gives you actionable insights from experts who've been there. New episodes fortnightly. *I receive a small affiliate commission if you buy using these links. It doesn't cost you anything extra but helps support the show. Thank you 🙏

Are you looking to boost your confidence and break through the limiting beliefs holding you back? In this episode, I sit down with Karen Fabian to explore the mindset shifts, practical strategies, and personal stories that can help you step into your full potential, both on and off the mat. In this episode, you'll hear: Karen's inspiring journey from healthcare professional to successful yoga teacher How to identify and overcome the most common limiting beliefs yoga teachers face The role of mentorship and why seeking help accelerates growth Practical tips for building confidence in the classroom and beyond The ripple effect: how your confidence impacts your students and community Real-life examples of yoga teachers transforming their businesses and lives Ready to transform your teaching and mindset? Tune in and start your journey to greater confidence! Meet Karen Fabian: Yoga teacher, Podcast Host, Author and Founder of Bare Bones Yoga, Karen Fabian has a background in rehabilitative medicine and healthcare. Her passion for anatomy and human movement is behind all she does, including her work with yoga teachers inside her program, The Yoga Anatomy Blueprint Learning Program and her membership, The Yoga Teacher Confidence Club. Along with over 20 years of teaching, she is an E-RYT and a Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider. She earned her Certified Personal Trainer certification in 2017 and Corrective Exercise certification in 2019 with the National Association of Sports Medicine, has an undergraduate degree in Rehab Counseling and a Masters in Health Care Administration. She has written two books for yoga teachers and is the host of her podcast, "Conversations for Yoga Teachers" with listeners all over the world. She lives in Boston.   All Mats Taken Links: Download the AI Prompt Workshop for Yoga Teachers and get more efficient output when working with AI: https://allmatstaken.com/resources Want to support my work? Leave a tip: https://jerrettdigital.thrivecart.com/podcast-tip-jar/  Connect with Adrianne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allmatstaken/  Follow Adrianne on Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/allmatstaken/  Learn more via Karen's website: https://barebonesyoga.com/  Follow Karen: https://www.instagram.com/barebonesyoga/  Follow Karen on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@barebonesyoga  Follow Karen on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/karenyoga  Listen to my episode with Karen on her podcast discussing AI for Yoga Teachers on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/yoga-teaching-and-ai-ep-342/id1432716189?i=1000701578087  Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5qA0DPSgMlRfdtMz8rSPWl?si=7ca80c63ca95477e  Referenced Paper: *Ok so a few corrections from the episode. The paper I was referencing was the Framingham Heart Study by Christakis & Fowler. It ran from 1983 to 2003 and followed 4739 individuals. They found that happiness clusters in networks and that the association between one person's happiness and others' happiness reaches up to three degrees of separation (friends, friends-of-friends, and friends-of-friends-of-friends). They also report concrete effect sizes (e.g., a nearby friend becoming happy increased a person's probability of being happy by ~25%), and that the effect decays with distance and time. Find more information here: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19056788/  About The Show: All Mats Taken is the yoga business podcast helping yoga teachers grow sustainable teaching practices. Host Adrianne Jerrett explores yoga marketing strategies, business growth tactics, and how to build a yoga business aligned with your values and yogic philosophy...without the burnout. Whether you're struggling to fill classes, price your offerings, or create a teaching lifestyle you actually love, this podcast gives you actionable insights from experts who've been there. New episodes fortnightly.