Daily Gentle Yoga-Class 1

Today, I started the first of my daily Gentle Yoga classes. The classes are super early (...and if you know me, you know the morning is painful for me!) but this works with my work schedule, and, let's face it, I need to feel better!

I think Yoga is definately active, but for me, my yoga experiences are about emotional wellbeing and stress reduction. It's teh one thing I do, just for me! So, I've classifeid this story under "reducing stress."

So...here's how the first day went...

I have very little experience under my belt, and I was a little nervous about not knowing the names of all poses (animal names are guessable, all others reqire more study!). All considered, I left feeling great, and plan to go back tomorrow.

Today's instructor, Elizabeth, was so welcoming, very instructional, and challenging. I learned a lot today, and even though I had to have looked utterly pathetic at times (like when I needed a block under my forehead in child's pose, because my belly was in the way), she was kind and encouraging. She explained how each pose is supposed to feel, and how to modify it, if necessary (in my case...necessary...you know because I have zero upper body strength-don't want to break a nose).

All kidding aside, she did a really nice job of coming over and "fixing me up" whenever I looked like I needed a little adjustment to a foot, leg, or arm. I didn't feel bad about myself for it, I felt helped.

This afternoon, I definately feel like I worked out. Sore, but not in pain. I think I am going to enjoy this class. Wish me luck on day two!

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