My Seventh Baby Step: Yoga (March 8th - 14th)

I am starting my new high-stress, high-pressure law job Monday and I am beyond excited. I have to admit though, I am wondering how I am going to incorporate green smoothies, exercise, cinnamon,
green tea, flossing, and almonds into a busy workday.

I also have to admit that some habits are taking longer to catch on than others. I have had no problem having a green smoothie, cinnamon, green tea, and almonds every single day. I have had a major problem keeping up with my exercise and flossing. Ultimately though, something is better than nothing. I will keep trying to find ways to turn flossing and exercise into habits and, in the mean time, I won't beat myself up when I fail.

Since exercise has been such a challenge for me, I am worried about this week's healthy addition. But, before the stress avalanche hits, I am adding yoga! Hopefully it will catch on faster than exercise has. Yoga:

1. Reduces stress and anxiety.
2. Improves mood.
3. Increases concentration. 
4. Increases strength, flexibility, range of motion, and balance. 
5. Decreases cholesterol.                                         
6. Lowers blood pressure.
7. Slows heart rate. 
8. Increases flexibility. 
9. Decreases back pain. 
10. Increases metabolism.

And much more.

There are many different styles of yoga. If you have time, try them all out to find the style that best suits you.