This weekend was packed from beginning to end, but I somehow found time to get my yoga on.
Day 8: Ashtanga 1
I was up bright and early for the eighth class of the 30-day yoga challenge. The class is quickly becoming one of my favorites. The pace is good for me (not too fast, not too slow) and I always leave feeling challenged, but not reconsidering my decision to participate in the challenge. Perfect.
On a side note, I went to class wearing a leotard used for my Black Swan costume last Halloween and some old Victoria Secret sweatpants. I should’ve popped on the Black Swan make-up, tutu and crown to complete the look:
Me and Donnie Halloween 2011
I was obviously overdue on doing my yoga laundry. I managed to squeeze in washing some clothes somewhere in my crazy busy Saturday. Otherwise I would’ve been doing yoga on Sunday in my old Adidas breakaways.
Day 9: Hatha 1
The slower pace of this class was perfect for winding down in the middle of a busy, busy weekend. And lucky for me, I had clean laundry!
The instructor for this class has been out of town the last couple of weeks but finally returned. As soon as I saw her face, a smile appeared on mine. I’ve only taken her classes a couple of times and hardly know her, but every time I see her I just feel warmth and happiness exuding from her. It’s hard for that to not be contagious.
After class she hands out hugs. I gladly took mine just before I headed off to meet my childhood besties for lunch.
IT Band Update
A few friends have asked how my IT band is doing. It no longer hurts to walk, or take the stairs, but I can tell that my right hip is much tighter than my left and I’m still aware of pressure by my right knee when I walk or sit a certain way. The yoga is certainly helping with the stretching and strength part, and I continue to roll my leg with both the foam roller and the stick. I’m still not running on it. I’m going to give it as much time as I can to heal so I can start my half marathon training session injury free (and hopefully stay that way).
Rest of the Body Update
Tonight’s class will be Day 10 of the challenge. I can’t believe it I’m so far in!
I spent my first week pretty much being sore everywhere, but now I just feel… stronger. My muscles everywhere are feeling it, which I find has me standing and sitting taller. I’m also feeling a bit drained, so I keep reminding myself to watch what I eat. The healthier option is always the better option when I’m going to spend my evening bending and twisting my body. 🙂
I’m off to start a busy week, planned around six yoga classes.
How are you sweating pretty this week?
I Sweat Pretty 
Hahaha yoga is the only thing that actually gets me to do my laundry. Too many days worth of sweat-soaked spandex and my entire house starts to stink {true story}….
Glad to hear the IT band is getting better, even if it is a slow recovery. A pain-free training cycle for the half will definitely be worth the rest!
I hear you. My running clothes are even worse. I need to start picking activities that don’t require laundry.
See you in Ashtanga tonight, I love Steve’s classes so I’m pumped to make this one!
Yay!