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Why good morning you! I’m not quite sure why I’m in such a great mood today other than the fact that IT’S SNOWINGGGG!!
(And I had an awesome photo session with @teamhumble ’s “mini-mouser“ in the snow modeling my first arm knit scarf!)
Last night we got dumped on quite a bit for the UK! I really didn’t think I’d see much more than a light dusting here and there this winter, but when the 7:30 yoga alarm went off, and I opened the door, all I could see was white in every direction.
OBVIOUSLY, I bolted out into the elements without hesitation. I know I complain about being cold, but the snow really activates me. Maybe it’s because I’m a winter baby, being born in February. I remember SO many birthdays getting snowed out. And the 2 or 3 friends who could make it to my house in the mountains of NJ just went sledding with me. No complaints here!
Anyway, I found a little laundry room here on site, that my mat just barely fits in when I lay it diagonally, and I started todays 50 minute practice. The instructor Krista is a complete fruit loop, but in the best way, so even though this class was long, it felt really good. The pacing was perfect for me, and hip opening practices have to be some of my absolute favorite classes.
I’ve done quite a bit of research about the psoas muscle groupings and how they relate to how we store stress, trauma and anxiety, and let me tell you, if you’re someone who struggles with panic attacks, anxiety or even sits at a desk a lot, this is the class for you. It’s fun, lighthearted and really warmed up my creaky joints that had frozen over night along with the landscape!
+ Deep thoughts?
Shavasana time has been a bit tough just because I’m so concerned about the space i’m taking up in this little room. I don’t want to be a trouble for anyone, but it’s the only place I can practice with a roof under my head in these sub zero temperatures. So mystical thoughts today, just a few deep breaths with my eyes closed. I’m thinking an idea may be to take shavasana back in the van all warm and cozy in bed when I’m finished so I can actually focus on meditating.
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Daylee-SNOW-ga!
+ Link to today’s video : Open Up Your Hips & Fly! (51 min) | DoYogaWithMe.com
+ What’s this challenge about?? Read my intro post!
We've also set up a Discord channel for anyone who’s participating and wants to chat with others going through the same program for support. If you just want to hang out and complain about how sore you are that’s totally fine too. <3-> CLICK HERE FOR THE DISCORD INVITE <-
I'm working through the Intermediate challenge but if you're interested... Here’s the full BEGINNER Schedule from my last 30 Day Challenge…
| # | Title | Post |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | "Because I Didn’t wake up like this…" | Hatha Yoga for Grounding |
| Day 2 | "Because I had some rough dreams last night…" | Yoga for Stress Relief |
| Day 3 | "Because I’m officially declaring it Cozy Chilldown Sunday… " | Hatha Yoga for Self Care II |
| Day 4 | "Because I didn’t know how much I needed this class today!" | A Deep Release for the Shoulders and Neck |
| Day 5 | "Because sometimes the disk needs defragmenting!" | Settling Into Relaxation |
| Day 6 | "Because transition energies have me a little anxious this week… " | Yin/Yang Yoga for the Shoulders and Upper Back |
| Day 7 | "Because I got tired of being at war with my body" | Spinal Care for Beginners |
| Day 8 | "Because life takes it’s toll..." | Releasing The Neck |
| Day 9 | "Because Day 9 is magical, trust me..." | Flow Yoga to Energize |
| Day 10 | "Because I woke up SOREEE!" | Hatha Yoga on the Ground |
| Day 11 | "Because I’ve been feeling entirely out of sync lately..." | Deep Release for the Hips, Hamstrings and Lower Back |
| Day 12 | "Because today I wanted to quit..." | Bend and Stretch |
| Day 13 | "Because today feels a little bit better…" | Yoga for Inner Strength & Core Work |
| Day 14 | "Because I’m really not in the mood today…" | Align, Stabilize and Stretch |
| Day 15 | "Because I’m best when I’m centered…" | Love Yourself |
| Day 16 | "Because I’m draaagggging today…" | Bedtime Yin Yoga |
| Day 17 | "Because some days it just feels so damn good" | Yoga for the Feet |
| Day 18 | "Because it’s never as bad as you imagine…" | Breath, Balance and Twists |
| Day 19 | "Because I promised myself I’d take it easy today…" | Yin Yoga for the Lower Back |
| Day 20 | "Because I'm coming for you Wednesday…" | Deepening Relaxation |
| Day 21 | "Because I needed to feel powerful again…" | Core Strength & Stretch |
| Day 22 | "Because ya gotta get that oxygen in!…" | Yin Yoga for the Shoulders |
| Day 23 | "Because it’s good to feel good on a Saturday…" | Yoga for Sciatica Relief |
| Day 24 | "Because sometimes you need access alternate dimensions…" | Kundalini Yoga for Beginners |
| Day 25 | "Because sometimes your morning is GO GO GO!…" | Morning Slow Hatha Yoga Flow |
| Day 26 | Because we got an awesome few weeks coming up! | A Yin Practice |
| Day 27 | "Because it’s ok to EXPAND!" | Challenging Beginner Hatha Yoga |
| Day 28 | "Because I’m nervous…" | Kundalini Yoga for the Root Chakra |
| Day 29 | "Because Friday waits for no one!" | Yoga for Inner Acceptance |
| Day 30! | Because It feels so damn good to finish what you started! | Hatha Yoga for Better Sleep |
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