Hey there ladies and gents! I have developed a recent interest in starting a yoga class."Yoga is an ancient system of breathing practices, physical exercises and postures, and meditation intended to integrate the practitioner's body, mind, and spirit."
I have been nervous about starting due to my size and physical capabilities, especially with all of the pain I have been having due to my recent surgery and complications.
I am not the kind of person who is ashamed of my body or has low self image. In fact, if you know me, even a little, you KNOW beyond a shadow of a doubt, that I happen to think very highly of myself.
My fear comes from my need to be good at things. I know I have horrible balance and couldn't hold a warrior stance or tree pose for more than a few seconds... My Wii Fit taught me that quickly when it yelled at me for moving too damn much. But, in keeping with my theme of changing the way I think and pushing myself outside of my comfort zone, I have started a search for a "fat friendly" yoga studio or even a yoga class for fatties in which the poses are adapted for larger bodies.
My search led me to posting on my facebook wall for any suggestions from my fellow WLS friends and one posted a link to an enlightening article. Wouldn't ya know it.... Fatties can do Yoga too! I am excited to start this new venture. Once I am cleared for full physical activity I am signing up! Who knows, maybe I'll even see you there!?!
xoxo
Sleeve Pixie
