I'm back and I'm leaner. I've lost weight, about 30 lbs, and yes, it has changed my practice. Some poses are more difficult and some are easier.
I used Joel Fuhrman's 6-week plan from his book, EAT TO LIVE, as my food guide. I started out vegan but now I'm even more clean, ever lean, and totally unprocessed vegan Dean!
I'm still strong and brawny---I'm not giving that up----and the journey continues to unfold.
If you are interested, I'll keep you posted.
My first hint for weight loss is you not only have to practice yoga on your mat but also at the dinner table. Commit to consciously breathing before you eat, while you eat, and after you eat.
Namaste,
Dean
