1. Waking up only 45 minutes before class is not enough time.
2. I need to drink more water prior to class (hence needing to wake up earlier for a morning class)
3. 100% humidity is not ideal conditions for hot yoga.
4. Don't go into the studio until just before class starts. Why start sweating before the workout begins?
I hate to admit it, but I had to leave class early today. Yesterday was tough, but today was worse, and I'm pretty sure it was because of those four things. The class was full and there were quite a few other students struggling through and some left the class as well. That definitely makes me feel a little better, but I still feel disappointed in myself for not sticking it out. But, I was laying there on my mat and could not catch my breath for the life of me. I felt light headed and my lungs were heavy. So, I knew I had to get out of there. Hopefully my next class, Wednesday morning, will turn out a little better.
Last night I made a delicious salad. I don't know about you, but warm weather always makes me crave fruit and salads. Not such a bad thing. Salads can be super easy to throw together in a pinch and are an easy choice when your short on time or just plain starving!
A quick PSA: May is Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month. Skin cancer is equal opportunity, so everyone is susceptable to getting it, especially those who spend a lot of time outdoors. The key is to wear sunscreen (and enough of it) and to stay in the shade as much as possible when outdoors. Click HERE for more information including tips on staying safe, how to do self-exams, and where you can get free screenings.
What do you do to stay safe in the sun? Do you remember to put sunscreen on even during the winter?
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Workout Stats -
1mi walk (roundtrip to yoga)
75min Bikram Yoga class
