Shorter days and shorter attention span

This weeks class was quite nice and I am noticing the shorter evenings by the lack of light in the room towards the end. It's kind of nice doing our end relaxation in the dark.
We focused on clearing the mind which is becoming more and more difficult the bigger this baby gets. As I lie still trying to focus on my breathing, I get kicked from the inside which knocks me right out of my meditative state. Not that I am complaining, it has to be one of the most amazing feelings in the world.

I think my the best part about the class is that it changes for me every week. As I grow, my positions change and  my balance gets slightly worse. It's new every time.

Want to try something new? Body Design is offering a one day "Test Drive Your Fitness Class" this Saturday at the Mount Albert Community Centre. Come by if you can and try out some new and exciting classes.
Check here for schedule!

I hope to see some familiar faces!

Making it your own

So its back at it for my Monday Night Body design Yoga class. This time around I got my mom and mother in law to join! I think they are going to love it.

It was interesting going back to class after a 3 week hiatus. Apparently my belly has grown a little since then. Child's pose has become a little tougher

You can see how this might be difficult with a little one in your belly. But if squat down lower and turn your knees out a bit (as shown in the second image) it makes it a little more comfortable. Not much though.

The great thing about Sandy (instructor) and this Body Design yoga class is that it is really easy to go at your own pace. When you don't feel comfortable doing something, you don't do it. There aren't any intimidating mirrors or a large class size to force you to push yourself.

With little knowledge (and some reading) I have been able to turn this Essential yoga class into my own little Prenatal yoga class.

Back to class!

Here is a list of exciting Fall classes being offered by Body Design in Mount Albert and Uxbridge.

Check it out here!

What are you getting into this weekend?

Okay so its Labour Day  boo hoo summer's over (pretty sick of hearing this and the weekend has just begun)

So what are we getting into?

Labour Day Weekend means BBQ's, the Toronto Ex, cottages etc. Here are some easy peasy Labour Day treats to go along with whatever it is you have planned.

Try Grilled Corn with Chipotle-Lime Butter


Or Roasted Zucchini & Pesto

Living Room Yoga

Monday night and no class. We are on a bit of a break between sessions so we have a few weeks off. Sandy (Our Body Design Essential Yoga instructor) sent me home the other day with a tear-out from her Yoga magazine. Thanks again Sandy.

It was an excerpt on Prenatal yoga for all three trimesters. I read through it and have been doing some of the 2nd trimester poses at home.

My personal fav's.

Triangle Pose (Trikonasana) In Hindu art, the triangle is a potent symbol for the divine principle. This helps stretch my back and neck without my belly getting in the way

Cat Pose (Bidalasana) The Cat Yoga Pose teaches you to initiate movement from your center and to coordinate your movement and breath. This pose helps alleviate lower back fatigue and soreness.

Real Food...Brandi style

Check out Brandi McCarthy's blog with some fantastic summer recipes

This week...bacon wrapped sweet potatoes...Mmm

http://www.bmacwellness.com/

Classes starting in September

Summer is busy and with BBQ's, cottage weekends and outdoor festivals, diet and exercise can take a back seat.

It's that time of year when we have to think about the upcoming season....Fall. Body Design has just put out their line up of fitness classes starting in September. Check them out here! I think I am going to try to get in on the Monday night yoga again (LOVE this class) and yogalates on Wednesday nights. I have never done pilates before and I'm still pretty new to yoga so it should be interesting. Please come join me so we can be rookies together!

Also check out these AMAZING nutrition seminars here! Really interested in the one called "Hormone Help Series - Sleep, Stress and Sugar"

Let me know if you are interested in taking something and want a buddy...I'm in!