Better Yoga

SPRING CLEANSE

GENTLE CLEANSE

APRIL 1-5


ADVANCED CLEANSE

APRIL 1-7

Detox, heal, and rejuvenate in community during
this yearly time of transition.

Why do a kitchari cleanse?

What does the 5-day Gentle Cleanse include? 

Mono-diet, Ayurvedic self-care, and more. 

<div class="editor-content"><p><strong>Kitchari:</strong> <br>Ayurveda's traditional cleansing food.&nbsp;<br></p></div>

Kitchari:
Ayurveda's traditional cleansing food. 
<div class="editor-content"><p><strong>Daily Cleanse Yoga</strong></p></div>

Daily Cleanse Yoga
<div class="editor-content"><p><strong>Daily Meditation &amp; Pranayama Audio Tracks</strong></p></div>

Daily Meditation & Pranayama Audio Tracks
<div class="editor-content"><p><strong>Community Check-in Calls</strong></p></div>

Community Check-in Calls
<div class="editor-content"><p><strong>Self-care Guides &amp; Resources:</strong></p><p>Learn rituals like Abhyanga, oil pulling, tongue scraping, and more.</p></div>

Self-care Guides & Resources:

Learn rituals like Abhyanga, oil pulling, tongue scraping, and more.
<div class="editor-content"><p><strong>Optional Private Consultations:</strong></p><p>Get more out of the cleanse with nuanced recommendations for your body-mind.</p></div>

Optional Private Consultations:

Get more out of the cleanse with nuanced recommendations for your body-mind.

The 7-Day Advanced Cleanse

Open to previous cleansers only. An additional two days of cleansing is supplemented with daily morning ghee, and closes with a traditional and effective castor oil ritual. Plus, advanced cleansers will get an additional group check-in call for clarity and instructions for Ayurvedic supplements. Please note that the advanced cleanse is contraindicated and not suitable for pregnancy, heart conditions, recent surgeries, high cholesterol, digestive disorders, high anxiety, current cancer treatment, and other advanced medical conditions.

<div class="editor-content"><p>Morning Ghee</p></div>

Morning Ghee

  • Ghee is considered to be a nourishing and lubricating
    substance in Ayurveda.

  • Internal consumption of ghee is believed to provide a lubricating effect on the internal organs, supporting the cleansing process while nourishing the tissues.

  • Drinking ghee in small amounts is believed to stimulate agni, enhancing digestive capacity.

<div class="editor-content"><p>Castor Oil Ingestion</p></div>

Castor Oil Ingestion

  • Castor oil is known for its strong laxative properties, promoting bowel movements and aiding in the elimination of accumulated toxins from the digestive tract.

  • It is believed to help detoxify the body by expelling waste and promoting a clean gastrointestinal system.

<div class="editor-content"><p>Additional Meetings &amp; Yoga&nbsp;</p></div>

Additional Meetings & Yoga 

  • Advanced cleansers will have an additional group Zoom call to provide detailed instructions and support

  • Plus, a bonus day of morning yoga on Sunday, April 7th 

What to Expect

Both our Gentle and Advanced Ayurvedic Spring Cleanses are based on a mono-diet of kitchari, a complete protein made from mung beans and rice. Less provocative than other liquid-based cleanses, our cleanse is gentle enough for a diverse range of constitutions and imbalances. However, during the cleanse you may find that long-standing imbalances surface through the detox process as the body intelligently repairs itself. 


You may find yourself physically exhausted or emotionally taxed at times - this is normal. Though because the cleanse is gentler, you should not feel a great deal of discomfort. You will experience ups and downs, as many of the benefits are are felt after the cleansing process. 

Registration for the Ayurvedic Spring Cleanse is now closed. 

Consider joining us this autumn for our annual Ayurvedic Fall Cleanse. 

The Ayurvedic Spring Cleanse, Explained.

Join expert cleanse guides, Larissa Hall Carlson and Kari Harendorf, in an informative session about what to expect when you cleanse with the Better Yoga community. 

TESTIMONIALS FROM PREVIOUS CLEANSERS

​​“The effects I observed were not just the physical changes in my body, but also the change in my mental approach to eating, wellness, and caring for myself. I became more aware of my habits and how they haven't always served bettering my health. And I noticed how I was more in tune with my body--not just what I was eating or how I was exercising, but the actual contact and attention that comes with the various daily care practices.”

"I found that community support kept me accountable to the routine of the cleanse. Even though the support was remote, the check ins and live yoga classes provided a sense of a shared journey throughout the week."

"I felt so great, and really supported. Lots of resources. Next time I’ll sign up earlier and maybe get a consult too!"

Get the Most Out of Your Cleanse 

Making supportive life choices during your cleanse is essential. We encourage:


  • Keeping your activities quieter and more mindful during the week

  • Surrounding yourself with things, environments, and people that will uplift and support you. 

  • Mitigating exposure to stress and minimizing time in frantic or disturbing environments.

  • Greeting intense emotions with compassion, allowing yourself to move through them and trusting the process.

  • Rest as much as you can, as cleansing requires lots of energy.

  • Spending mindful time in nature every day. 

SPRING CLEANSE SCHEDULE

Day 0: Sunday, March 31


  • 8:30-9:30am ET - Welcome, Launch Prep, Cleanse Tips, Q&A with Larissa & Kari via Zoom livestream (& recorded)

  • Pre-recording: Detox Kitchari Cooking Video with Kari

  • Pre-recording: Pranayama Audio with Larissa

  • Pre-recording: Pranayama & Meditation Audio with Larissa (Listen here)

  • Pre-recording: Detox Sense-Care Video with Larissa

  • *Begin eating kitchari and drinking herbal teas

  • *Dry brushing and self-massage with warm organic oil


Day 1: Monday, April 1


  • 7:30-8:30am ET - Gentle Detox Yoga via Zoom livestream (& recorded) with Larissa

  • 5-6pm ET - Cleanse Check-in and Q&A with LARISSA via Zoom livestream (& recorded)

  • Pre-recording: Pranayama Audio with Larissa

  • Pre-recording: Detox Pranayama Video with Larissa

  • Pre-recording: Meditation Audio with Larissa

  • *Mono-Diet of kitchari, hot water, herbal teas

  • *Dry brushing and self-massage with warm organic oil


Day 2: Tuesday, April 2


  • 7:30-8:30am ET - Gentle Detox Yoga via Zoom livestream (& recorded) with Kari

  • 10-11am ET - Cleanse Check-in and Q&A via Zoom livestream (& recorded) with Larissa and Kari

  • Pre-recording: Pranayama & Meditation Audio with Larissa

  • Pre-recording: Detox Pranayama Video with Kari

  • *Mono-Diet of kitchari, hot water, herbal teas

  • *Dry brushing and self-massage with warm organic oil


Day 3: Wednesday, April 3


  • 7:30-8:30am ET - Gentle Detox Yoga via Zoom livestream (& recorded) with Larissa

  • 5-6pm ET - Cleanse Check-in and Q&A with Kari via Zoom livestream (& recorded)

  • Pre-recording: Pranayama & Meditation Audio with Larissa

  • Daily Pranayama video with Larissa

  • *Mono-Diet of kitchari, hot water, herbal teas

  • *Dry brushing and self-massage with warm organic oil


Day 4: Thursday, April 4


  • 7:30-8:30am ET - Gentle Detox Yoga via Zoom livestream (& recorded) with Kari

  • Pre-recording: Pranayama Audio with Larissa

  • Pre-recording: Meditation Audio with Larissa

  • *Mono-Diet of kitchari, hot water, herbal teas

  • *Dry brushing and self-massage with warm organic oil


Day 5: Friday, April 5


  • 7:30-8:30am ET - Gentle Detox Yoga via Zoom livestream (& recorded) with Larissa

  • 10-11am ET - Closing Session for 5-day cleansers with Kari and Larissa via Zoom livestream (& recorded)

  • Pre-recording: Pranayama & Meditation Audio with Larissa

  • *Mono-Diet of kitchari, hot water, herbal teas

  • *Dry brushing  and self-massage with warm organic oil

  • For Advanced cleansers: Castor oil at night

Advanced Cleanse: Day 6, April 6


  • **PURGE & REST DAY - no morning yoga; listen to body scan meditation 

  • 12-1pm ET - Advanced Cleanse Check-in via Zoom livestream (& recorded) with Larissa and Kari 

  • Pre-recording: Pranayama & Meditation Audio with Larissa (Listen here)

  • *Mono-Diet of kitchari, hot water, herbal teas

  • *Self-massage with warm organic oil

  • *Avoid exercise, work, and errands 

Advanced Cleanse: Day 7, April 7


  • **REST DAY - avoid exercise, work, and errands

  • 7:30-8:30am ET - Gentle Cleanse Yoga via Zoom livestream (& recorded) with Kari

  • 10-11am ET - Advanced Cleanse Closing Session via Zoom livestream (& recorded) with Larissa and Kari 

  • Pre-recording: Pranayama & Meditation Audio with Larissa (Listen here)

  • *Mono-Diet of kitchari, hot water, herbal teas

  • *Self-massage with warm organic oil