Doing yoga in lockdown
I've mentioned previously that I started doing yoga using the Peloton app at the beginning of April. Note that I've never done any form of yoga before in my life. I found joining a yoga class too intimidating, so being able to learn the basics from the comfort of my living room is great. I've now done nine workouts, which averages to about once a week. Today I did my first 30 minute session, and I found it just as enjoyable as the 20 minute sessions I've done previously.
I'm using my wife's yoga mat, and bought some yoga blocks off eBay. All that's needed for most sessions is a mat, blocks and a blanket. Any blanket or throw will do. I've seen some sessions that require a yoga strap, but I've not needed it yet.
If I do it first thing in the morning, it really sets the tone for the day and helps me to calm my mind. I'm also learning how to stretch my body, which I've usually just considered as something to move my head from place to place. I hope I can keep this going – so far it's been intrinsically motivating, as in I haven't had to force myself to do it.
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