Rolling Up the Mat

Rolling Up the MatRolling Up the Mat is the brutally honest, laugh out loud memoir of an entrepreneur who discovered the hardest part of opening a yoga studio wasn't teaching Downward Dogit was the business itself. From the false confidence of "spreadsheet optimism" and the silence of an empty first class after the grand opening, to fielding texts, fixing "class" descriptions and battling imposter syndrome, Maria shares every chaotic, costly, and completely human step

Rolling Up the Mat is the brutally honest, laugh-out-loud memoir of an entrepreneur who discovered the hardest part of opening a yoga studio wasn't teaching Downward Dog—it was the business itself. From the false confidence of "spreadsheet optimism" and the silence of an empty first class after the grand opening, to fielding texts, fixing "class" descriptions and battling imposter syndrome, Maria shares every chaotic, costly, and completely human step of her journey.

This is a must-read for anyone considering taking the leap. Save your sanity, your savings, and your sweat with the raw, actionable takeaways from her "Kicked My As[s]ana Lessons."

About the Author

Dr. Maria A. Riggio is an Air Force disabled Veteran, a Doctor of Education, and a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT). She is the owner of All Elements LLC, dba YOGA + Studio. Drawing from her experience undergoing five spinal surgeries, she is an Accessibility and Trauma-Informed Yogini who adapts her instruction to meet the needs of all individuals. Dr. Riggio is also an experienced Certified Personal Trainer, Group Exercise instructor, and certified practitioner in various disciplines, including Reiki, Yoga Nidra, and Sound Healing. She offers a unique approach to teaching, blending foundational mindfulness with the mechanics of the body. When she's not working, she enjoys riding her motorcycle, being a philanthropist, and being active in the great outdoors through activities like hiking, trail running, and swimming. Dr. Riggio currently resides in Vail, AZ.