Again

The Zumba instructor for my Saturday class has an eclectic playlist and a couple of the songs are in French. It dawned on me that while I failed to seriously pursue Spanish while in high school, it doesn't mean that I can't try to pick it up again, duh...

I have been in such a mood.

Did restorative yoga at work yesterday and we did the Breath of Joy. Not a lot of teachers do this particular exercise. I enjoy it every time so I need to put this in my bag of tricks.



Went to yoga after work and Stacy talked about Santosha (contentment). It was definitely a topic that was important for me to hear today.

A Much Bigger Journey Or Month-End Review, March

The song that flows through my head most often these days is Big and Chunky. I've gained a considerable of amount of weight back. I'm indulging myself and can't seem to stop. What I'm not going to do is beat myself up right now -- maybe later. :)

So glad that I went through my little weight loss journey which turned into a a much bigger journey. I've changed and I credit a big part of the change to yoga and bodywork. While I'm not pleased that I've regained weight, I'm pleased with what I found along the way -- greater contentment...

Didn't get to ride my bike last weekend because of the weather so it was nice to bicycle to work today. Looking forward to more outdoor activities -- yoga, climbing et al.

Bicycling, 7 x's

Climbing, 2 x's

Dance It Off & firm up!
*Rock It, 1 x

Gaim: Cardio Burn Kickbox, 4 x's

Just Walk: mix + match walk blaster
*Dance Walk, 1 x
*Light Walk, 1 x
*Short + Sweaty, 1 x
*Tummy Trimmer, 1 x
*Walk, Kick + Jab, 1 x

Qigong, 2 x's

Swimming, 4 x's

Walking, 11 x's

Yoga, 3 x's

Zumba, 7 x's

I Want What Ellen Wants

Thing one...not talking about the root chakra -- associated with survival and security or maybe I am.  I lost one pound and it's ridiculous how satisfied I feel.

First, the scale moved and not in the direction that I wanted and the needle stayed in the same place -- apparently stuck.

I've tweaked the diet a bit and I've tried to make more of a commitment to discomfort i.e. high intensity interval training.

I feel better. I think my clothes fit better. We'll see.

I've been into Sleek Sculpt Express lately. It's a 30 minute workout but I usually tack on bonus exercise as well. In my world, I feel more comfortable when I can get in at least 60 minutes of exercise.

Almost each time that I exercise with Ellen Barrett, her words capture my attention:

I think of movement as a treat.

If you need to sit on the floor, you can do it...If you need to carry a heavy bag, you can do it...If you need to sprint through the airport, you can do it.

I want to be highly functional. In essence, I want my comfort zone to be large.

 I want you to feel invigorated not irritated.

I want what Ellen wants. Her comfort talk reminds me of a season two episode of Louie. Louis CK's character says that he only has the stamina for a life of comfort.

Went to a fundamental yoga class this afternoon and thoroughly enjoyed it. I felt so content afterward; thanks Elle for guiding...