Yoga Everyday for a Year - DAY 97 and 98

DAY 97 and 98 - Easter weekend was a weekend to be with my family, enjoy the beautiful Spring weather, and to relax. I took it very easy with yoga over the weekend and kept it simple. I did mostly relaxation and breathing techniques.

I wanted to set a little challenge for myself this week to bring some motivation back and to welcome in the beautiful Spring season. I have always wanted to try 108 Sun Salutations at the Spring Equinox. The date has already passed, but I thought I would give it a try. Of course I will not be able to accomplish it in one day, so I have decided to try to complete it in one week instead (starting Monday). Please read the Yoga Journal article to learn more about the significance behind the number 108.


http://www.yogajournal.com/practice/2579

Yoga Everyday for a Year - DAY 96

DAY 96- I chose a yoga sequence from one of my apps on my ipad. There are several Free yoga apps you can download onto your ipad or iphone. I used one from iYoga tonight. I did the Belly, legs, and buttocks - Level 1. These are quite good little sequences, especially for free! I always try to find as many free sequences as possible since there are so many good resources out there.

Yoga Everyday for a Year - DAY 95

DAY 95 - I did just a quick "Moon" sequence tonight. It definitely helped me to feel better and supports my body for what it needs now.

Yoga Everyday for a Year - DAY 94

DAY 94 - I apologize that I have been a little slow on my posts lately! My computer is old an has been acting up on me, plus I've had a few days of feeling exhausted. Today I realized what has been making me feel so tired. I'm sorry if this is TMI, but I began my monthly cycle again after having my son almost 9 months ago.

Tonight I did get around to doing some gentle and restorative asana, which always makes me feel better during this time of the month. There are special sequences you can do, sometimes called a Moon sequence. This can help with headaches, bloating, cramping, and fatigue that women often experience during their cycle.

I'm getting close to my 100 days of yoga! Around this time it is easy to lose a little motivation, so I need another mini yoga challenge. I have been thinking about following my Rodney Yee book, "8 weeks of Yoga." I have completed this book once before when I was preparing for my yoga teacher training course. I loved it! I will let you know what I decide to do on DAY 100!

Yoga Everyday for a Year - DAY 93

DAY 93 - Ommmm.... the last couple of weeks I have felt a bit sluggish and I haven't felt like doing a lot of asana (postures). Perhaps all the hot weather and being outside so much lately? So again today while my son was napping, I took the opportunity to rest. I felt tired and with a little headache. I did a few Om chants and then closed my eyes to breath in savasana. There is nothing wrong with taking the time to rest when your body is telling you its tired. If we stop and rest when our body needs it, then we can recover quicker from whatever it is we are feeling.

Yoga Everyday for a Year - DAY 92

DAY 92 - I have started doing a stroller fitness class two times a week, which started today. It is a cardio and strengthening class at a park while you push your little ones around in the stroller. After the class was over, I let Mateus play on the grass while I continued with a few yoga stretches. This is a great way to fit my yoga into my busy day!

Yoga Everyday for a Year - DAY 90 and 91

DAY 90 and 91 - A very fun-filled and busy weekend, so I really cherished my few minutes of meditation and savasana to unwind at the end of each day. I also made sure to take the time to appreciate and give thanks to all I have in my life. I try to remember each day, but often the day gets away from me and I forget. While I was at a restaurant this weekend, I saw a woman sit down, close her eyes, and I assume she give thanks for the food she was about to eat. This was the simple reminder I needed to take a few moments each day to do the same.