Usually we get excited for summer to come. School is out. Work seems mellower when your boss is away on vacation or you’re headed out of town yourself. You’ll relax. You’ll sip lemon water and chill in the hammock. You’ll skip the gym and indoor workouts and stroll on the beach or hills where you live.
Often, we crave more time to do absolutely nothing. When our wish is granted, suddenly we don’t know what to do with ourselves. Until, suddenly, a whisper begins inside, “I’m bored.” If you have children, there’s no whisper, instead it’s a roar. Without stimulation, without a challenge, you hear screams of “I’ve got nothing to do: I’m bored.”
Sure, we all need downtime, but where do you draw the line between being stagnant and being relaxed? We here at YogaDownload.com offer an alternative for your summer vacation: challenge yourself with some different yoga practices. Go for uncomfortable instead of comfortable. Have you tried QiFLOW by Dawnelle Arthur? Her unique brand of classes will encourage you to go deeper.
Life is growth. Without change, we’d be stagnant, bored, and not fully experiencing the present moment. We invite you to step out of your comfort zone today. If you gravitate to the same few teachers and classes or stay with one level of class, why not try a level up? A new-to-you teacher? A fusion class? Kylie Larson’s Total Body HIIT & Yoga Fusion will have you sweating, smiling, and working hard.
When we step into an uncomfortable situation and breathe through it, we’re creating change, inside and out. We’re growing each time we try something new. By working toward something outside of your usual patterns, you will create change.
How about this: Two great teachers, two different styles, two chances to create change on the mat and take it off with you for the rest of your day: try Take it to the EXTREME by Celest Pereira and Power Up by Pradeep Teotia.
We’re not telling you to skip the hammock or relaxation time, we’re just suggesting you get uncomfortable first!