Downward Dog

I don't look like a yoga girl. BUT whatever I have been doing hasn't been working and the last time I attempted a cardio class I was so out of shape I thought my heart was going to jump out of my chest. Also I have noticed that I am not as flexible as I once was. As I attempt to get myself into shape, I am seeking alternatives because obviously the status quo is not working. I decided to take a yoga class tonight. I was so nervous that I drove around the parking lot 3 times and almost left each time. Petite little things with yoga mats were walking into the gym and I was so intimidated. I didn't bring my headphones so I knew that if I went home to get them, I wouldn't go back. I sucked it up, parked the damn car, and went into the studio.

I was a pitiful sight to watch but it wasn't so bad. Granted the instructor was as stereotypical as you would expect, a serious motivator just spouting out craziness. BUT she was nice, patient, and welcoming. Yoga was worth it, it was hard but easily scaled down to all levels. Also it felt good to stretch and I know that I will be feeling it tomorrow.

I am hoping that getting back into a good routine this winter will help me when classes resume and stress comes back into my life. Last fall I didn't find any release, stopped going to the gym, and felt like crap. Hopefully I am laying the groundwork for a better spring.

When I got home from my class, Oakley walked up to me. He beckoned me to play by going into a downward dog pose. I wish I had my camera, maybe next time.

Wish me luck!