I am a big peloton fan and love Ross’ yoga and meditation classes. This felt like an extension and deeper extension of the advice he brings in his classes. As an introvert, this brought some of my behaviors to light that I can be more purposeful and practice with intention.

Ross is such a calm, introspective personality and someone who can make you really “see” and “feel” things just by using his words. His book feels like an extension of his brilliant meditations and I was transfixed with his words. It is lengthy and deep but go into it with an open mind and you will be rewarded with lots of nuggets of clarity.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the advance copy. All opinions are my own.

This book is an excellent way to get yourself on the path to listen to your own self. I have a Peloton and love taking Rosses classes and this book explains things on a deeper level. Can't wait to listed to this on audio format, since Ross is also the narrator.

Its a very rare privilege to get such vulnerable and intimate specifics directly from a fitness instructor. I see Ross daily on Peloton and he genuinely has the warmest spirit during his meditation and Yoga Classes. His memoir lived up to all my guesses and wonderments I had about him. I was taking Yoga and Meditation long before Peloton was even a thing. I must say though... I find his classes to be grounding and that is a great feeling to get from my home. Given his initial goals... I and millions are certainly fortunate that the universe saw a more meaningful purpose for him. Turning INWARD via Yoga and Meditation is far from a luxury. Given the scientific benefits and this jacked up world that will persist the world is fortunate to have access to his passionate instruction through the free and paid Peloton virtual platforms. This was a beautiful read and what a blessing to have him share so much more than he does outside the Peloton Studio. #TurningInward #NetGalley

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I have been a huge Peloton fan since its beginnings. While I love Ross as an instructor, I was expecting more of a book on his coming to be an instructor and his background. This book was a meditation book and just way into detail about meditation for my liking. I did not expect a book that actually made the reader meditate while reading. I like a quick meditation but this one was just too focused and appears to be more for someone studying to be a meditation instructor.

I take a lot of Ross' yoga and meditation sessions on Peloton so I was excited to read Turning Inward. I loved learning more about Ross and his path through life so far. I loved that he let us know that meditating doesn't necessarily mean sitting still. He gives practical advice for finding calm, joy, and authenticity. If you're a fan of Ross' and/or have trouble or misconceptions regarding meditating or yoga or seeking calm.

I read this book because I love Ross’s sleep meditations on Peloton. This book was really great way of looking differently at meditation but also provides guidance on building your meditation practice. I would highly recommend this book my friends that want to expand their meditation practice.

Thank you to NetGalley and Hachette books for the Advanced Reader Copy!

Turning Inward is a great book that takes a modern look at meditation. The author describes how he got into yoga and meditation, and how many people practice forms of meditation without even knowing it. There are quick tips throughout the book and I highly recommend it!

Turning Inward is written by a popular yoga and meditation teacher who found a widespread following through his work at Peloton. I enjoy his calming presence when I take his virtual classes and was interested in reading this book based on my familiarity with his work. Unlike many of his colleagues who have written memoirs in recent years, Turning Inward is a much different book. Rather than spill details about his personal and professional life with other fitness celebrities, Rayburn makes the case that introverting is something that anyone can do in a manner that suits them best. He shares the benefits of pausing and looking inward to better understand oneself and those around them. While building his case, he continually describes ways for anyone to incorporate this practice in just about any environment--including those with no previous meditation experience. The closing chapters of this book include a catalog of meditations to walk someone wishing to build a meditation practice through a 4-week program, increasing the time spent meditating from 5 minutes to 20 minutes each day. Prompts are numerous, and Rayburn encourages the reader to find any options from his smorgasbord of choices that click and go with them. Anyone wishing to explore a variety of methods toward a more mindful way of life in just a few minutes each day will appreciate the offerings in this title.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC of Turning Inward by Ross Rayburn in return for an honest review.

I truly enjoyed the book, Turning Inward, by Ross Rayburn. I am a dedicated Peloton user and often listen to Ross' sleep meditations. However, meditating is not something that comes easily to me and not something that I think I'm necessarily succeeding in doing. I'm looking for more ways to change my outlook in 2024, and this was the perfect book to help me dive in.

Ross' approach was truly wonderful. His writing flowed so well and it was like he was actually speaking to me while I read his words. I found many of his approaches to be easy to understand and to follow. He also used relatable stories to show how the different aspects of "Turning Inward" could be applied. This was a great read for anyone that wants to make a positive change, from the inside out, in their thoughts and actions.

I really enjoyed Turning Inward. As someone who overthinks and is a strong introvert, Ross opened my eyes to different ways of thinking - even a different meaning to introversion!

I liked how he shares not only background of meditation, also some practices along the way, specific meditations for various scenarios, and a four week journey. It's timely too with the new year to be more mindful in the days ahead.

Thank you to Hachette Books and to Netgalley for an ARC.

This book is a valuable resource for those interested in mindfulness and self-awareness, providing a well-balanced mix of author insights, practical exercises, and meaningful chapters. Rayburn caters to both beginners and seasoned meditators, offering useful tips for various readers. The sections on yoga and introverting in daily life are particularly enjoyable, featuring practical suggestions and reasons for the benefits of turning inward. The author's personal stories and examples add depth, making the book relatable to both extroverts and introverts alike.

Thank you to NetGalley, the author and publisher for an advanced reading copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

I was initially interested in this book because I’m a member of the peloton community and Ross, is by far, my favorite Peloton meditation instructor! His yoga classes are also always fun, but his meditations are top tier! I don’t know a lot about meditation but this book was enlightening and I enjoyed getting a better look at his goals for meditation and how he simplifies it so that meditating isn’t some big event you have to prepare for. The way he explains any moment of simply slowing down as a form of meditation really helped me feel more capable as an active participant and not just sitting and listening to a meditation class on Peloton.

I’ve been an introvert since birth, and to find a book dedicated to the art of turning inward really filled a hole in my soul! I especially love the sections on Yoga and on introverting in daily life. There are many practical suggestions here as well as reasons why turning inward is beneficial and even healing. Whether you’re an extrovert, or an introvert, this book will speak to you.

Thanks to NetGalley, the author and publisher for an advanced reading copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

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Thank you to netgalley for giving me the opportunity to read “turning inward” by Ross Rayburn.

I was already a massive Ross Rayburn lover. I am a member of the peloton community and he is my top instructor that I’ve taken classes with this year. His meditations and yoga classes are 2nd classes are 2nd to none.

Since I take more of his meditation classes, I was already lightly familiar with some of his practices, but learning about his history and his why was very enlightening to me.

I felt after reading “turning inward” my few on introversion has a more solid definition. I am a natural introvert, but it gave me a more purposeful tool for “introverting”.

He lines out many different meditation practices for different situation and explains how they are all useful.

I would recommend this book to anyone who is a member of the peloton community, yoga/meditation interest, or you just love Ross which to be honest, how could you not adore him?

Ross Rayburn is one of my favorite Peloton yoga instructors, and I really enjoyed getting to learn a little bit about his background and how he came to be a yoga instructor through this book. As someone who has read a lot about meditation, from both a “secular” perspective and from the Thai Forest Tradition branch of Buddhism, I found Ross’ instructions, explanations, and exercises to be an excellent introduction to meditation practice that would particularly appeal to individuals looking to start or deepen their meditation practice. If you’ve taken a Peloton meditation class and are interested in going a bit deeper, this book is an excellent companion that will give you the tools and perspective to make the most of a mindfulness practice, whether in conjunction with Peloton meditation classes or independent of them.

Ross Rayburn’s Turning Inward is both an introduction to meditative practices and a personal history of the author’s dive into mindfulness. Especially useful are the techniques that make this accessible to people who have trouble sitting still — meditative movement is just as valuable a tool as sitting on a cushion with knees crossed! The book includes explanations of various techniques, exercises, visualizations, and more — something sure to resonate with each reader.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the digital ARC.

I should start off by saying, prior to joining Peloton and discovering Ross Rayburn I have never meditated, or practiced any type of mindfulness. After the COVID pandemic, I found myself with anxiety, having panic attacks & insomnia. I decided to try meditation and that was how I found Ross.
I love that he explains that meditation is not just sitting still, something I struggle with having a racing mind he really explains that its not a one size fits all that mindfulness and "turning inward" is different to everyone by outlining tips suggestions and a step-by-step guide to finding what works for you . He shares personal stories which helps to understand his journey. I really love that he before the book has opened my eyes to yoga and meditation to help calm my mind, but his book which goes more in-depth with the exercises

My goal for 2023 was to do more Yoga and Try and meditate more. While trying to do this some days are easier then others. When I found out that Ross, one of my go to Peloton instructors for meditation was coming out with a book, I couldn’t contain my excitement. While I started fast I realized this is not a book you rip through, which is hard for a person like me who loves to read a book cover to cover in days.
This book is more about reading a chapter, taking notes that you feel speak to you or that you need improvement on. I would read a chapter and then attempt that day to do a Meditation or Yoga class and see how that lesson applies to me and the implementation of it towards my practice.
I am so excited since I am hard to sit still unless reading to see Ross’ chapter on being busy during meditation and now Peloton has launched Walking Meditation!
This book is extremely helpful for people who need to turn off their brain and turn inwards to concentrate on their practice.

This is a really good book for those who are into mindfulness and expanding self-awareness. There is a nice balance of discussion and commentary from the author along with practical tips and exercises.