Today is the first astro overnight of the season (which if you forgot this means I work a shifted schedule for the day). AND more importantly, means I get to go to my fav yoga class!!!! I haven't been able to go since May (it ends at 9 and when i need to be at work at 9, that's a challenge) so I couldn't wait to see how it went.
With it being a "rest" day and the late arrival to work, it was exactly what I needed.
So I have several stories to share
ONE
I made "confidence" my intention. For several reasons. I'll share one.
I've had a bit of a shaky week, making me nervous about the race Sunday. My body's literally been shaking. It's not uncommon for me (it happens sometimes), but not something I want to happen marathon week. I've been doubting everything: 'I didn't feel as well as I should have after that short run.' 'What should I eat, what should I eat.', etc. I need to trust what I've done and believe that it's all going to come together and calm down.
Once I got going with the practice I seriously felt like such a different person than I was in May, in a good way. I don't really know how to explain it. One thing I'll say is I felt much more confident. Kind-of silly since I haven't taken a yoga class in months.
This is going to sound weird to anyone who isn't a yogi (anyone who takes yoga), but I honestly feel pretty ready now.
TWO
"Cupcakes are so out, donuts are in." -Co-worker (a couple weeks ago)
My instructor, Toni, was pushed off her bike on the path by another biker Tuesday. Umm yeah. There's not much I can say about that, besides what is wrong with some people. Anyway she went on a long bike ride because she wanted to hit up the new Donut Vault (which I've heard a lot about as well). So she went anyway after her ride. She was trying to hold it together so she could get her donut and she broke down as she was checking out.
The lady working gave her 6 donuts for free and a HUG! Sooo sweet.
THREE
At the end of class Toni asked if anyone is running the marathon. Me. She said she'll be at the half-way mark (which I will say is PACKED) and she'll look for me and cheer. She said I'm ready. (I have no idea how she knows, but I feel like she knows all.) This makes me happy. Karen always makes fun of me because the last time I ran Chicago she saw me at both places she stood and she cheered! She claims I didn't wave, smile, nothing. I honestly don't remember (although I always tell her I waved). But it does mean a lot. It sounds weird, but it helps a lot to have people cheering (especially when they say your name). My co-workers said they're going to get out and cheer. Now I have Toni. And of course Karen's coming back, although she's not feeling well right now we're going to hope she has her voice back, nice and strong by Sunday.
Moral of the stories... I'm pretty sure I'm ready!
Confidence, confidence, confidence
With it being a "rest" day and the late arrival to work, it was exactly what I needed.
So I have several stories to share
ONE
I made "confidence" my intention. For several reasons. I'll share one.
I've had a bit of a shaky week, making me nervous about the race Sunday. My body's literally been shaking. It's not uncommon for me (it happens sometimes), but not something I want to happen marathon week. I've been doubting everything: 'I didn't feel as well as I should have after that short run.' 'What should I eat, what should I eat.', etc. I need to trust what I've done and believe that it's all going to come together and calm down.
Once I got going with the practice I seriously felt like such a different person than I was in May, in a good way. I don't really know how to explain it. One thing I'll say is I felt much more confident. Kind-of silly since I haven't taken a yoga class in months.
This is going to sound weird to anyone who isn't a yogi (anyone who takes yoga), but I honestly feel pretty ready now.
TWO
"Cupcakes are so out, donuts are in." -Co-worker (a couple weeks ago)
My instructor, Toni, was pushed off her bike on the path by another biker Tuesday. Umm yeah. There's not much I can say about that, besides what is wrong with some people. Anyway she went on a long bike ride because she wanted to hit up the new Donut Vault (which I've heard a lot about as well). So she went anyway after her ride. She was trying to hold it together so she could get her donut and she broke down as she was checking out.
The lady working gave her 6 donuts for free and a HUG! Sooo sweet.
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THREE
At the end of class Toni asked if anyone is running the marathon. Me. She said she'll be at the half-way mark (which I will say is PACKED) and she'll look for me and cheer. She said I'm ready. (I have no idea how she knows, but I feel like she knows all.) This makes me happy. Karen always makes fun of me because the last time I ran Chicago she saw me at both places she stood and she cheered! She claims I didn't wave, smile, nothing. I honestly don't remember (although I always tell her I waved). But it does mean a lot. It sounds weird, but it helps a lot to have people cheering (especially when they say your name). My co-workers said they're going to get out and cheer. Now I have Toni. And of course Karen's coming back, although she's not feeling well right now we're going to hope she has her voice back, nice and strong by Sunday.
Moral of the stories... I'm pretty sure I'm ready!
Confidence, confidence, confidence
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