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Day Zero: YWA Breathe- Done.
I am also doing a morning meditation challenge on Insight Timer. 7am GMT/7am EST/7am PST (a choice, not all three) I missed the 7am, thanks to neurotic dogs and fireworks, I didn’t see sleep until 1:30a. Happy New Year!
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Missed the intro video yesterday but I have done day 1 
Nearly let the length of it put me off cos I am meeting a friend this morning but decided to make this time for myself. Which is what it’s all about! And I’m glad I did.
Found it tougher than I thought I would as I’ve had a near daily practice for the last few weeks, but I’ve really been trying to work on the foundation and get muscles engaged etc.
Looking forward to the journey and sharing it with you all 
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Huh. Bummer. I am pretty good at modifying to accommodate my body. So, I will give it a go. I am pretty out of shape, so we’ll see. I feel as if I need to keep this and my meditation commitment, but I don’t want to be stupid about it.
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Give it a go, there are modifications throughout and the most important thing is showing up! If you don’t get through every pose perfectly it doesn’t matter. It is a slow and deliberate practice so there is time to make adjustments to find what feels right 
I know what you mean @liv_m I was actually thinking about how different the series have got over time. They feel much more foundational to me, less about finding a particular pose and more about feeling into your body. I kind of wish I had started yoga like that! But it may be that I appreciate it more as someone who has done a bit and also mental health wise it fits where I’m at. I started YouTube yoga with Revolution I think and it was really good.
Will be interesting to hear how you find it Jene
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It was good. My muscles felt heavy and tired today during the practice. Making some of those long holds seem even longer. 
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These videos taught me how to do yoga, oh 2 or 3 years ago!
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No, friend. I appreciate the feedback. I still haven’t gone in to do it. Alas, I have been somewhat chair-bound today because of back spasms. I think I might just spool up her back pain series and start there.
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Day 2 Arrive.
Each new breath is a chance to arrive
Really feeling the muscles turn on and finding my way with some of the movements in a way I haven’t before. Appreciate the opportunity to take it slowly although things are aching a bit! Building strength 
Loving the reminder that we just need to show up and see how things unfold.
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Yoga with adriene is my favorite. I just love how chill Benji Is 
and her voice I love her videos first thing in the morning.
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Aww yea Benji is so sweet!
I am having to time my morning yoga around puppy naps, cos when she is awake it is bedlam 
Although she did wake up this morning. Fortunately at the beginning while I was sitting down and she just came and curled up on my lap for that bit.
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Day 2. I always enjoy YWA practices. This is definitely the right way to start this year, and a great way to end last year.
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My back was kind of spasm-y at the beginning of yesterdays practice (and today) , but was better by the end of it. I have to remind myself sometimes the the movement may hurt a bit, but it will also probably help.
Just be gentle with yourself.
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I actually wrote in my journal about her saying that each breath we arrive anew.
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So, today’s the 4th. This morning I did Yoga For Back Pain before getting out of bed. I am going to attempt Day 1 today. I would just pop in where everyone is on Day 4, but I want to start from the beginning. “Catch up.” The back problem is intense. As I was stretching through the YFBP, it became clear to me that babying it with sedentary activity is exacerbating the problem.
So, I will see how my body does. I can always dial it back but I will get on the mat today.
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Did day 3 this morning but the ginger menace woke up just after so I’m checking in now! Anchor
I love the ocean breath and it is great to return to. Also for getting through those planks! I am not sure my form is quite right for them, so I will keep that in mind tomorrow.
And yes @liv_m it is amazing how yoga helps with other activities. I don’t do many, but walking and dancing it definitely helps. Strength and awareness 
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Yea I think that’s it, give it a go and just modify and take breaks as needed. That’s the great thing about YouTube yoga, you can just catch up whenever you can
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Day 3 was nice. I’ve noticed in the last few weeks that I am getting much better at focusing on my breath. It has been something I struggled with for awhile, but it seems my mindfulness and meditation practices are paying off.
Feels good.
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On total pause from anything movement related - chiropractor’s orders. I can only do light stretches to alleviate discomfort. I will be seeing him more this week. He does have some concerns about a bulge disc. I won’t be discouraged but I am a little sad.
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Forgot to check in after but day 4 done this morning
Nice low and slow practice. Taking the time to pay attention and find what feels good!
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