NC Yoga Bar

My work decided to have a yoga instructor come in twice a week and offer a group rate type payment plan. I wavered on this for a few days but finally realized that it’s simply never going to be any cheaper or any more convenient; that this is as good an opportunity as I’m going to get, so why not? Please keep in mind that I’m 260 pounds and do not exercise beyond walking my dogs and swimming.
So today was day one of my yoga experience. Lindsey arrived on time to our office and brought everything we’d need to get going: mats, blocks, straps, music, payment punch cards and an awesome, fun attitude :-) And did I mention that she’s 6 months pregnant? (I’ll admit that I felt much more confident in doing yoga with my own big belly when I saw hers!)
We begin with some explanations of terms and of how Lindsey likes to teach. Next thing I know we’re on the floor stretching and doing it. We are doing yoga in the middle of the day at my work… ok– pretty cool :-) As we change poses and laugh at how unbalanced we all are, I discover that I’m having some dizziness issues so I mention it out loud during class hoping it won’t spell the end of my yoga opportunities. Lindsey said that was no problem, that there were various poses that would work the same body parts that would not make me as dizzy. I was SO glad I said something instead of just quitting :-) The tone of her response kept me feeling optimistic. (Thanks Lindsey!)
Lindsey is so kind and gentle and patient, I felt immediately at ease with her despite the sweat dripping off my nose! I am so thankful for this opportunity to work with Lindsey. I do feel more energized today after our first session and I’m excited to go back :-)
If you’re nervous or intimidated to try yoga, I highly recommend reaching out to Lindsey, she can devise a plan that will make it workable for you all while addressing any issues or fears you may have.