March 29, 2023
Meditation is not about stopping your thoughts – it’s about watching them. Whether you have an established meditation practice or only find moments of meditation when guided at a studio, there are many different ways to clear your mind.
March 20, 2023
Bali, known as a yoga haven, is the perfect location to dive deeper into your yoga practice. Get inspired by the delicious Indonesian food, culture, and warmth as you delve into a stronger connection to self. A yoga retreat in Bali is an unforgettable experience. Here are the top reasons for joining yoga retreats in Bali.
January 26, 2023
Based on the teachings of Ayurveda, the universe is made up of five great elements: air, water, fire, earth, and space. These elements offer their own qualities to our living experience and are the basis for our connection to the things around us. These five components are part of our daily lives and are poured...
November 8, 2020
If you’re intimidated by the word “inversions” when it comes to your yoga practice, don’t be! An inversion is any pose where your head is below your heart. If you’ve ever been in downward-facing dog or a standing forward fold, you’ve been in an inversion. Over time, though, your practice might evolve to incorporate inversions...
June 16, 2020
Unrest in the outside world can bring difficult feelings to the surface. It may seem that anywhere you turn you’re faced with disheartening news or major conflict, making it hard to feel stable and grounded. Balancing commitments to your family, your community, your job, and your personal life sometimes results in yourself coming in last. ...
March 17, 2020
At Uptown Yoga, we don’t view “self-care” as a buzzword – it’s an intentional way of life in which your own well-being is prioritized so that you become a more positive, impactful contributor to your family and community. Self-care doesn’t always mean taking a day off work to sit on the couch or scheduling a...
March 10, 2020
If you’ve ever practiced in the early afternoon or on a Saturday morning at our Austin Ranch location, you’ve probably encountered Brad Walters at some point in the last two years. Brad is an almost daily fixture at Austin Ranch, and beloved by his instructors and fellow students. He’s shared his inspiring yoga journey with...
March 4, 2020
Your yoga practice is a lifelong journey – entirely unique to you, and meant to shift and change as you grow. The beauty of the practice is that there is no mastery. We are all students, and whether you’ve been on your mat two days or two decades, there is always an opportunity to take...
February 9, 2020
We’re often asked what to expect at our retreats in Bali. The short answer? You can expect to experience mindful daily yoga and meditation, fresh healthy food, lush accommodations, and unique, fun experiences. While in Bali you’ll have a chance to explore natural wonders and dive into the local culture. But the experience of each...
February 3, 2020
There is a strong connection between the body and the mind. Yoga is about finding balance, flexibility, and strength – not just physically, but mentally, too. Backbends, specifically, tap into this connection. This is one reason they can be intimidating, even to experienced practitioners – there’s an immense amount of vulnerability involved in opening up...
