Downward Dog

Did you know that most work out routines are missing yoga? I recently learned this and have to admit that I am one of those who fall into that category....until this week that is;) I just starting incorporating 10 minutes of yoga at the end of my workout routine and I have loved it so far....for the last 3 whole days! OK, I know that it is still knew and fresh, and that is why I am on a yoga high right now, but I have been asking myself "why have I not started this earlier"?

I am one that has always suffered from leg cramps from time to time (TERRIBLE ones when I was prego) and I can't tell you how the stretching in the yoga is already doing wonders for my calves. I did not realize how tight they were/are until I was forced to really stretch them more in my yoga. I can see how great this is for your body, and just wanted to encourage those of you that are not doing it to try it out. I have a friend that had some pretty bad back pain, and her doctor recommended for her to try yoga....she has been pain free since starting yoga class and I can really believe it now that I am doing it myself.

On that note, y'all have a great week. If you get a chance, even try a quick 5 minutes of some yoga on Youtube...seriously worth it...especially for your body.

Blessings!!!

Oxox

A Key To Looking Good

Love yourself. Learn to embrace everything about yourself. This will have a snowball affect. When you are happy with yourself, you naturally take better care of yourself which = loving how you look. Learn to not pay attention to sizes, and weight but more looking healthy and good in what fits you. Now I am not saying to just let it all go. Exercise, eating well, taking care of your skin, drinking lots of water, and daily positive affirmations are all important to your health, so you should definitely incorporate these things into your lifestyle. However, don't be too hard on yourself. We are all beautiful in our own way, that is why "beauty is in the eye of the beholder". This doesn't mean to not set goals for yourself, or strive to be better. Know that if you have set a goal weight for yourself that you CAN achieve it, but don't base your happiness on that alone. Learn to FEEL beautiful and you will LOOK beautiful. Also, surround yourself with a good group of friends who are positive. This will always keep you feeling good. There is nothing like those good times and laughs with your close girlfriends. Let go of those that drain you, or make you feel like you have to please them. If they don't know your true value as a friend, and base their attitudes towards you off of things like what you do or do not do for them etc., then their season with is up. You will be amazed at what letting these kind of people go from your life will do for the love and confidence that you have for yourself. So, enjoy this weekend and give yourself some extra lovin'....for me that will be chocolate!