Maybe you're into yoga. Maybe you're not. Maybe you've wanted to do a yoga challenge like I referenced towards the beginning of this month. Maybe you don't. If you're in the maybe not category, feel free to skip over this post. If you're in the "maybe" category and want advice about how to successfully complete your first (or next) yoga challenge, here are some tips:
1) Download the calendar and print it out. Seriously, do it. I'm not for making more paper waste, but in this case, having the calendar really helps, for several reasons. First, it gives you the run times so you know how to plan for the day ahead. In the last Yoga with Adriene challenge, practices ranged from 15 to 60 minutes. That was a big difference in time! Additionally, a printed calendar lets you check off each day, giving you a tangible sense of accomplishment when you do it.
2) Clear a space. In addition to clearing time, you will want to clear physical space. You don't need a large space, but need space equivalent to the area of a yoga mat. Beware of nearby furniture, and push it to the side if you can. Kicking a piece of hard furniture really hurts.
3) Get padding. Buy a yoga mat or use a thickly carpeted room. I personally don't use a mat, but we have good carpet padding. I would need a mat elsewhere.
4) Find something comfy. Wear a fitted shirt, or tuck in your shirt (so that it doesn't fall in your face; tie back your hair for the same reason, if needed.) Wear pants that allow for movement. (No, jeans generally won't work.)
5) Get grippy. Either wear socks with grip or go barefoot. Sliding around is no fun.
Will following all of these tips make you successful at 30 days of yoga? No, you make yourself successful. I hope these hints just might be helpful along the way.
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Let me know what hints were most helpful by commenting below.
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