Kat's Playbook: Yay for Yoga

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Baby Likes Crow

I felt the first major kick at yoga this weekend in Crow Pose!! I have felt flutters the last week, but this one was strong and obvious! I had a huge giddy grin on my face for the rest of class and finally remember that it is these moments that make it so worth it.

Baby Likes Crow and will be all ready for Baby Yoga this fall.

Posted in: Baby #2, Yay for Yoga on Sunday, April 28, 2013 at 0 comments

Motivated...

Recently, Gator Guy got a tattoo down his side that says "Motivated"...written in an ancient runic language. It is pretty sweet actually. (And I am definitely pondering the idea of one myself some day. However, I still image how much pain he appeared to be in, so we shall see.)

Recently, I sometimes joke about just how "Motivated" Gator Guy is. I mean, the Man does anything he puts his mind to, and that is one of the biggest qualities I absolutely adore about him. But the truth is...I'm jealous. He honestly has a drive that carries him to the next level. He worked out for 30 days in the month of January...yes 30, and even with some of them being two-a-days. Some may call him obsessed, but I see it as determination. Drive. Motivation.

Today is a blizzard. And I thought again of his "Motivated" tattoo while My Dearest E and I were walking into yoga after driving in 14-22 inches of snow that have pretty much shut down the metro area. Yes, it felt good to get out of the house, but more than anything, I realized that we too are "Motivated". Because it is always the just that first step out the door that is the hardest, right? I may not have the tattoo, but Gator Guy sure does inspire me.

Posted in: Flex it up, Inspire, Motivation, Sweat It Out, Yay for Yoga on Friday, February 3, 2012 at 0 comments

Yogis Know Best

Posted in: Cheers, Flex it up, Yay for Yoga on Sunday, January 22, 2012 at 0 comments

Be Here Now

This morning in yoga, it was all about rinsing out the past, accepting the future and to just Be Here Now. Be here now...that is a difficult concept for me. As I'm sure most of us may struggle with it, my mind runs a million miles per hour and I have a hard time slowing it down to just Be Here Now. I know I can even take in a lesson from Mr. T who does not care at all about what happened yesterday or where we are going tomorrow. He is always in the moment. Always here now.

I once read the book "The Power of Now" by Eckhard Tolle. It is challenge for me to leave the past behind and extremely difficult not to obsessively plan the future. I remember the book being interesting and eye opening at times. So perhaps it is time to bring that book out again in this transitional part of my life and with a little yoga flow I will be ready to rock 2012.

OK Yes....2012 is going to ROCK. I begin Tuesday as a student teacher and I am beyond excited. Holy Cow....My dreams to work with my passion is finally here!!!

So enjoy a little Charles Brown jam with me and here is to Bringing in a Brand New Year!

Posted in: Deep Breath, Goooals, Inspire, The Jams, Yay for Yoga on Saturday, December 31, 2011 at 1 comments

The Stare Down and Black Hole Sun

Yesterday at yoga, we were asked to completely step out of our comfort zone....And to make connections. We partnered up with someone we did not know and sat on ONE mat with our knees touching. Yes...awkward. And when the class finally got all the awkard giggles out of the way we stared into each other's eyes.

Just stared. And probably for a full 4 minutes. Now, that's a really long time to look into someone's eyes, let alone someone I did not know a single thing about. All I knew about my partner was her name was Maria and well...she must like yoga. But I can still picture Maria's eyes and I almost feel like I do know her better now, and not just because we both like yoga and happened to show to this class. I have seen Maria in many classes before, but I am certain that I will now see her in a different light after 4 minutes of the stare down.

Now that I think about it....I don't know if it have ever looked into Gator Guy's eyes for a solid 4 minutes. Or really anyone aside from staring competitions when I was 12. Guess what is on our agenda for our next hot date Gator Guy???

I also loved in class this version of Black Hole Sun by the Section Quartet.

Posted in: Between a Kat and a Gator, Inspire, The Jams, Yay for Yoga on Monday, December 5, 2011 at 1 comments

The Spirit of Play

During yoga this morning, it was all out about spirit of play. You know the kind of play that Mr. T has when he falls down, laughs and gets back up just to do it again. That face expression of pure joy when he is truly excited about something. That squeal or "Woohoo" when he's proud of himself and ready to have some fun.

Its easy for a long holiday weekend, especially when the weather is perfect to just relax and have fun...to have and express that spirit of play. But here's to extending that spirit to all days and all weekends. Enjoy Joshua Radin's Brand New Day:

Posted in: Inspire, The Jams, Weekend Fun, Yay for Yoga on Saturday, July 2, 2011 at 0 comments

Let It Be

This was the last song in yoga class this morning, not only is it just relaxing and a classic...but it is just so fitting for today. Thanks Beatles, you never get old.

Posted in: Inspire, The Jams, Yay for Yoga on Wednesday, May 25, 2011 at 0 comments

Rhythm Makes the World Go Round

Every time I go to CorePower Yoga the instructor plays an awesome song that I just must download. The first time it was Florence + The Machine - The Dog Days Are Over. But honestly since then, I haven't been able to remember a single song title or lyric to Google since.

But today - I made a mental note (such as picturing everyone dancing around as the human beat) to make sure I wouldn't miss this one.

So join me in The Jam of the Weekend - Little Bit of Riddim by Michael Franti & Spearhead ft Cherine Anderson.

Posted in: The Jams, Yay for Yoga on Saturday, March 5, 2011 at 0 comments

Just What I Needed

Every now and then I have one of those days where I just can't seem to slow down. My mind continues to race a million miles per hour and my heart won't stop pounding. Today...was one of those days.

And today is yet another day where I have to thank my dearest e for introducing me to Yoga. Tonight we went to candle lit heated class and I absolutely loved it.

I am also now beginning to realize that Yoga is not just standing in a lunge with your arms out. It is truly engaging all parts of your body...oh and while not thinking about it and concentrating on your breathing. Yeah...I am still working on all of that. But I can now say that yoga is not just stretching for long periods of a time, which is what I used to think.

Now, I know it is so much more. Now, I know that I need yoga. Maybe not every day, but from time to time to calm me and challenge me all at the same time. So thanks again e! You have created an addict.

Posted in: Deep Breath, Flex it up, Girlfriends, Life Changing, Yay for Yoga on Wednesday, March 2, 2011 at 5 comments

Holy Hot Yoga

Ready.....Cue the music:

This morning, I went with my dearest e to my very first Hot Yoga class. I remember when the yoga craze first started and I thought...eh, that's not really for me. I really like to sweat when I work out.

Umm...I'm pretty sure I have never sweat so much in my life. Seriously, I could have wrung a good amount from my shirt. And I freaking loved it. The best part was that the instructor played real music (like Florence & The Machine playing above), and not just the sounds of ooo's and ommm's like other classes I have been to.

Exercise is always my release. When I have long days, good days, or tired days, the best thing for me is to get off my butt and head to the gym, track, or trail. I never regret a workout after I get there. I just need to always remember how good I feel afterward. But Yoga was a new kind of release. One where I could really focus on not stressing out about all the To Do's in every day life. Thanks e for taking me along!