Do you have a leg to stand on?

Do you have a leg to stand on? by Katie Jay, MSW, CTA-certified Wellness Coach Director, National Association for Weight Loss Surgery www.nawls.com If you're like most weight loss surgery patients, then you do in fact have a leg to stand on. Probably two. Where am I going with this? Yoga!

What's that, you say, "I'm not squeezing into pink Spanx for love nor money."?

The reality is, if you've never tried yoga before, it could very well become one of your favorite forms of exercise, and *****ally looks good in pink Spanx, anyway?

The benefits of yoga far outweigh the crude realities of Lycra. Now that you've had WLS, lost a significant amount of weight, and perhaps grapple daily with issues such as emotional eating, grazing, or even weight regain...consider the mind/body connection in a new light.

As your new body takes shape, are you connected to your new mind? What about your new spirit? Do you feel in sync? Are you living harmoniously today? One terrific benefit of yoga is that it builds awareness of your body and promotes the concept of oneness between mind, body, and spirit.

Here are some more benefits of yoga:

 

   Creates a toned, flexible, and strong body.

   Improves respiration, energy, and vitality.

   Helps to maintain a balanced metabolism.

   Promotes cardio and circulatory health.

   Relieves pain.

   Helps you look and feel younger than your age.

   Helps you relax and handle stress more easily.

   Teaches you how to quiet the mind.

   Encourages positive thoughts and self-acceptance.

   Builds awareness of your body/feelings connection.   It may make you feel uncomfortable at first. Doesn't anything new? But with time, you will probably find a.) you like it, b.) nobody's staring at you, c.) you feel as though you can climb Mount Everest, and d.) nobody's staring at you!

Your assignment:

There's no legitimate excuse (sans a doctor's note), to not give yoga a try. If you are still hesitant about signing up for a class, you can always find a video online and try yoga in the privacy of your own home.

Before you sign up for the next available yoga class, you may want to recruit a friend. Go shopping together and find some comfortable and flattering athletic wear. It's out there waiting for you!

And for any ladies who are pre-op or newly post-op who are still carrying bulk around your middle I suggest "Just My Size Yoga with Megan Garcia"  DVD.  She focuses on the movements and positions taking into consideration a fuller figure. :)

GREAT choice!  I had not seen this one....will have to checkit out! Thanks!!!!