I have had a sudden and dramatic increase in my flexibility. (No that is not me in the photo) Yoga poses that were a bit difficult to get fully into, I am now able to do with little effort. This seems to have happened over the course of a few days. Now I have been getting to the mat a bit later in the day. And maybe the greater flexibility of my muscles and ligaments is due to them being more warmed up instead of practicing immediately upon rising from bed. That is a real possibility. Never the less, the flexibility is there, and it is fabulous. I can feel it in everyday life too, such as reaching to get something, twisting in my car seat, and especially during sex. Yes, that is a big bonus that my hubby has noticed too. Much to both our delight. My energy level is up again too. It seems that it takes a little longer each time I have a long break from yoga, to get back to my previous level of fitness and flexibility and stamina. That having a great deal to do with being in my forties. However, I always do, I get back the level and then some and I am so thankful for that blessing that yoga has given me. In fact, my energy has increased so much that I am thinking about getting out my hoop and amping up my fitness level even more. Add to that the belly dancing and swimming and other summer activities and I should hit the fall in top shape.
I know that much of my increased health and vitality, energy and stamina is due to the vegan diet that I have been eating since the beginning of June. I am looking forward to my birthday with renewed vigor, I think 42 may be my best year yet!
