by Jen
on August 15, 2011
Happy Monday! I hope everyone’s week is off to a great start!
Final weekend update for you before we roll into the new week. I spent most of my Sunday at Y2 Yoga teaching the morning and afternoon 90-minute hot classes. Both were fabulous. I’m not sure what it is but some days the energy just feels right and nothing feels forced – yesterday was one of those days. I have to admit that sometimes I get a little jealous that I can’t practice when I have to teach multiple classes like that but although I missed the physical aspect of the practice yesterday, I definitely walked away from the classes having received the full mental benefit…does that make any sense at all?
I was surprised to see Caitlin walk in for the 9:15 and so happy to have her in class. Even if she hasn’t been practicing consistently, she is a natural yogi. I was especially pleased to walk into the changing room after class and discover this.
Pretty much the mark that “Caitlin was here.” 😉 A particularly hard-hitting Operation Beautiful note that was followed up by this touching post that I read to my 2:15 class. Sunday yoga is the best …the vibe is so good and it feels like everyone is on their mat with a purpose. Yoga love.
Brandon and I made brunch on my break between classes. Homemade blueberry waffles with maple syrup, Morningstar “sausage” and farmers market cantaloupe.
After my second hot class I came home, walked Sullie and whipped up this Baked Vidalia Onion Dip. Stay tuned for the recipe and a fun story about why I made it!
Dinner last night was simple but delicious. Grilled salmon (I have been craving it for weeks…it was perfection) with olive oil and Dizzy Pig Shakin’ the Tree, grilled zucchini and pattypan squash and a baked sweet potato with cinnamon and a dab of Smart Balance.
Back to work to tackle the rest of the afternoon – meetings and then teaching a yoga class after work. See y’all later!
What is ONE goal you have for the week? It can be life, fitness, nutrition related – whatever!
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