Bikram Yoga 30-Day Challenge: DONE!
Yay! I did it! I did it! I did it!
I am completely done with the 30-Day Bikram yoga challenge. That was 30 days in a row of 90 minutes of hot yoga. And today's class was really tough to get through... Probably because it was 108 degrees in the room before we started the class. I don't even want to think about what the temperature was during the class.
But, the challenge is done. Now I can just go back to having days off in between classes.
So, progress as a result of the challenge...
1. I can make it through 90 minutes of class with fewer water breaks.
2. My postures are much improved from where I was 30 days ago.
3. I'm more focused and balanced; not just in class when practicing. It extends to beyond class and into everyday.
4. The small "shit" doesn't bother me in life. At least not lately. I have so much more to focus on now.
5. I sleep more soundly and regularly.
6. Ohmigod! My SKIN! It's clearer and it's SOFTER. Especially on my face. Don't know if it is a result from the yoga inducing toxins to leave my body... But I will attribute it to the yoga anyway.
7. Obviously, I am even more flexible than I was 30 days ago. Though Bikram yoga is not just about flexibility.
8. My ass and thighs are noticeably more toned. My tight jeans fit in this area now.
9. I don't know if I've lost weight... But I'm assuming I have. At least 10 pounds.
10. My arms look great. (Yoga arms!!!!) I wish it were summer now. I would go sleeveless everyday.
11. I eat differently. I don't diet. I just crave different things now. More fruit... Especially oranges and apples.
12. I am motivated to practice every day. It's that simple... Once you start going regularly, your body starts to crave it. It feels wrong when you don't go.
Will I do the 30-Day challenge again? You betcha!!!!! I plan on trying to do it two to four times a year from here on out.
So, to celebrate my achievement, I went and got a Fusion Massage at exhale after class. It was awesome!!!
If you haven't tried Bikram, I recommend you give it some thought. It's a great form of yoga to practice, If you're freaked out by the thought of the heat, it's just "mind over matter"... As the instructors say in class.
I am completely done with the 30-Day Bikram yoga challenge. That was 30 days in a row of 90 minutes of hot yoga. And today's class was really tough to get through... Probably because it was 108 degrees in the room before we started the class. I don't even want to think about what the temperature was during the class.
But, the challenge is done. Now I can just go back to having days off in between classes.
So, progress as a result of the challenge...
1. I can make it through 90 minutes of class with fewer water breaks.
2. My postures are much improved from where I was 30 days ago.
3. I'm more focused and balanced; not just in class when practicing. It extends to beyond class and into everyday.
4. The small "shit" doesn't bother me in life. At least not lately. I have so much more to focus on now.
5. I sleep more soundly and regularly.
6. Ohmigod! My SKIN! It's clearer and it's SOFTER. Especially on my face. Don't know if it is a result from the yoga inducing toxins to leave my body... But I will attribute it to the yoga anyway.
7. Obviously, I am even more flexible than I was 30 days ago. Though Bikram yoga is not just about flexibility.
8. My ass and thighs are noticeably more toned. My tight jeans fit in this area now.
9. I don't know if I've lost weight... But I'm assuming I have. At least 10 pounds.
10. My arms look great. (Yoga arms!!!!) I wish it were summer now. I would go sleeveless everyday.
11. I eat differently. I don't diet. I just crave different things now. More fruit... Especially oranges and apples.
12. I am motivated to practice every day. It's that simple... Once you start going regularly, your body starts to crave it. It feels wrong when you don't go.
Will I do the 30-Day challenge again? You betcha!!!!! I plan on trying to do it two to four times a year from here on out.
So, to celebrate my achievement, I went and got a Fusion Massage at exhale after class. It was awesome!!!
If you haven't tried Bikram, I recommend you give it some thought. It's a great form of yoga to practice, If you're freaked out by the thought of the heat, it's just "mind over matter"... As the instructors say in class.
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I am very, very proud of you :)