Day 18

Ok, I just got to say, day 18? I never thought I would get this far. I know I have a lot further to go, but it's kinda amazing what you can do when you make a plan and stick to it. It hasn't been easy to make time for yoga and I've had to forgo some really wonderful social engagements because of it. But I am so proud for setting this goal and working to reach it.

I really think I heard the perfect gears slide into place today. From the very first breathing exercise my lower body felt solid, concrete, immovable. I felt grounded and focused. Anther friend joined me for her first class, and although it was tough she said she really enjoyed it. I have to say she looked great for her first Bikram class! It's not easy to stay in that room for 90 minutes. It was so hot today I actually took off my shirt for the first time ever, in class. No worries, I was wearing a sports bra. When you get so hot you'd take off your skin to get a little relief, taking off your sweaty, soggy shirt and letting your belly hang out doesn't seem like too big of a deal.

I'm heading to day 20 pretty soon and then it's the home stretch. I've got to keep my head in the game, not getting complacent now. But I really feel like I will reach my goal in the challenge.