A Vinyasa Habit is Born

I've been trying to work in some yoga sessions on alternative mornings. My goal for September is to get back my flexibility and strength to be able to make it a habit again. So, on alternative mornings, I've been playing yoga videos on Mag Rack, a free On Demand service from our cable company.

Alex loved the first one I did. I didn't. It was too advanced for my out-of-shape self. I found a more beginner level Vinyasa energy flow routine that lasts about 10 minutes. I held up well while doing the poses, considering that it's been three years since I could do this regularly.

While I was in Downward Facing Dog position and stretching my leg behind me, my body turned and I was able to see Alex right besides me, also in Downward Facing Dog position and looking up at the screen to see what to do next. I had heard him repeating the moves as the instructor stated them. I didn't know that he was trying to do them too.

I squealed with excitement and wished that someone else had been there to capture us both in pose on camera. I stopped and grabbed the camera, but Alex went shy and left the pose. I went back to my routine and Alex got up and stood besides me. He was still repeating the instructor's directions and helping me pose. He tapped my lower back while he said 'Keep your back straight'.

Why, thanks, my little yogi!

The video runs into a Sun Salutation routine right after a short break. I left it on and told Alex I would be taking a shower. Instead, I snuck behind him and turned on the video function on the camera. I was able to get some still shots too.

He says he likes yoga. Wow!

Alex in Downward Facing Dog

September 3, 2010