Regular Practice

I have been attending class regularly for 2 weeks now. In 2 weeks I have discovered how fast my strength and flexibility grow. It makes me regret taking off 2 months, though it wasn't planned, it just happened.

I'm back now and I really want to keep it going. Yesterday I was able to go longer before I needed a Savasana. I was able to balance longer in Eagle and Bow. I didn't fidget as much between postures. the best part is the feeling afterward of course. The peace of mind, relaxation, and knowing I have done something good for myself.

I was able to continue my day with some relaxation without guilt because I had done something productive. I did get the kitchen super clean and made a roast in the crockpot. (which messed up the kitchen again.) But with the relaxation time, there wasn't the looming guilt that I should be doing something. Because I had done something. Probably the best thing I could do. Bikram yoga. Healing, energizing, relaxing, and stress relieving. All in 90 minutes. How easy is that?

Back to Bikram

During the holidays I had a hard time getting to class. Busy times of running around shopping and just doing stuff. The flu, and work.

Finally I am back and I am so glad. In this past week I have gone to class 4 times and I feel so good. My muscles are more relaxed, not carrying the tension they normally do. Honestly I don't even think I am aware of the tension they carry until I do the yoga and they relax.

Yoga makes me want to eat healthy. Although, it was funny last night. During class last night I kept thinking about eating a steak. I realize we burn a lot of calories but I guess it was an indicator I need to incorporate more protein in my diet.

Bikram is an experience. I think everyone should try it once. Hardest workout I have ever done. Even though I know how great it is after, I still do a battle in my mind about going. After I go I am happy I did.

So, today is a seminar. Then I will head back to the hot room tomorrow.

Find Something You Enjoy, Or Quit.

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I think I will always be learning about food and my weight. I don't diet anymore, "dieting" I have discovered is toxic to my mind. I end up telling myself I am a failure and all sorts of negative things.
I have tried gym memberships over and over again only to quit going after a few weeks. Then something happened.

I read an article about exercise. If you find you keep quitting an exercise program it is probably because you don't like the exercise you are doing. SILLY, but I have never thought of it that way. I decided I needed to find something I would enjoy. Which I have.

I now practice Bikram Yoga. What an amazing process it has been. I don't diet, I just do my yoga. I have a long way to go. All I know is I have finally found an exercise that I am actually doing and staying with. I bought a year membership in May and I am still going.

Right now I am focusing on becoming even more dedicated to my practice. I am excited to see where this amazing practice can take me.