Rolling

Okay, I'm hooked on my foam roller. It is an amazing tool to work through muscle tension and get overnight relief. I bought mine at Target for about $20. Give it a try. It comes with instructions but if you're having trouble figuring it out, let me know.

The other thing I'm becoming more and more aware of is my water intake. I notice an immediate difference in my joint and muscle stiffness when I'm adequately hydrated. I know everyone's water needs are different but I think we are universally not getting enough. Experiment! Aim for 8 glasses a day and see if it makes a difference in how you feel.

It is the end of August! Wow!

The WRAC is in maintenance week, so tomorrow's class will be held outside. Dress warmer than usual.

Registration is open for Fall Quarter at the Wenatchee Valley College. I'll see you on September 21, 2010!

Namaste,

Dean

End of Summer Quarter at WVC

August 24 is the last class for the Summer Quarter at WVC. You can go to their website and sign up for Fall Quarter now!

Last week both classes were held outside. It was incredible. Balance takes on a whole new meaning standing on uneven ground. What a great lesson! It is easy to work on balance when things are stable and the same. When they are uneven and fluctuating it gets a little harder. Hopefully your breath and the intention to practice are constant.

I take a weight-lifting class from Tammi Flynn, who, after having three kids, took third in bodybuilding nationals and one of many things I've learned from her is that if you do the same thing you get the same results. You need to challenge yourself to grow!

I was out-of-town and took a Bikram class. Oddly you do the same poses in every class but the heat is so overwhelming. Let's just say, I was challenged by the change in temperature.

What could you do today to change things up and increase your growth?

Enjoy the rest of the summer!

Namaste,


Dean