[lovekarel]

Yoga for Stress

Yay! So I have had a bunch of these written down and now I am finally going around doing my guides and flows. I arranged it so it would somehow flow, it’s not perfect.

Also, yes, we all know yoga is pretty darn not stressful but these are some great poses to do when your stressed out and just need to find your breath and wind down.

Downward Dog - Ground your hands into the floor and engage your inner feet. Imagine a string at your tailbone, pulling it up and back. Take a few breaths here. Feel free to pedal your feet out and feel the stretch in your calves. This pose helps calm your brain.

Cobra - Spread your hands onto your mat close to your shoulders. Push up and elbows in. Press the top of your feet and your pelvic bone into the floor. Squeeze your shoulder blades together.

Child’s Pose - There are a few variations. I like to touch my big toes together, with knees open and stretch arms out. You can also keep your knees together and lay onto your thighs. Find what feels yummy to you.

Cat/Cow - Make sure your shoulders are directly above your wrists and your knees are right below your hips. Inhale on cow, lift your tailbone and your chest toward the ceiling. Exhale on cat, round your spine, head looking down. Do a few cycles of this. Do them slow and take deep breaths.

Sitting Forward Bend - Sit on the floor, if it is uncomfortable, sit on a pillow, lifting your tailbone up about an inch. Stretch forward, head down. Do not force this stretch. Reach to a comfortable place.

Plow - Roll onto your back, slowly bringing your legs up and over your head, with your toes touching the ground. Soften your throat. Stretch your arms onto the floor.

Happy Baby - Lie on your back, bend your knees to your belly. Reach to grab your toes. I like to wrap my arms around my legs and hold onto my feet. If it is difficult to reach your toes, grab a strap or a belt around your feet to help you reach. Rock side to side, close your eyes, breathe.

Reclining Bound Angle Pose - Bring the soles of your feet together, forming a diamond with your legs. Lay down carefully, arms out. Close your eyes and breathe. If it is uncomfortable, find a yummy position. Move your feet away from you until you are comfy.

I hope this helps you destress! They are very simple poses. You can easily do these when you wake up or if you need to wind down and want to sleep.  You can do a few cycles of this. I like to take each pose with three deep breaths before moving on. If you find a pose particularly yummy, feel free to hang out there! (:

Mat: Manduka Black Mat PRO in Mod (Limited Edition) Extra LongWearing: Nike PRO Compression Shorts, unknown top, and Live Towards Love Energy Crystal Yoga Bracelet Stack

[lovekarel]

I posted this years ago but it speaks volumes for me today. Happy destressing friends! <3

[reviseordie]

[ladyandthetrack]

Where art thou?😩

I forgot about tumblr! Hi!!!!!

[ladyandthetrack]

I have been taking running easy since my race. My motivation is nearly non existent but I have gone out for 2 runs (both 1.5 miles). I’m going to try to incorporate some other exercises into my routine now instead of just running. In other (more important!!) news……….

Guys I am obsessed with this soup!!!!!! So easy and sooo delicious.

Here is the link & recipe. I make a few alterations: I skip the tarragon, sub alphabet noodles for the orzo, and use garlic powder and thyme from my spice rack instead of fresh 😀 I omit the chicken because I don’t like it and add zucchini and spinach instead!! Next time I plan on adding even more veggies. Highly recommend & enjoy!!

ingredients

1 tablespoon oil 1 onion, diced 2 carrots, diced 2 stalks celery, diced 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 teaspoon thyme, chopped 4 cups chicken broth or chicken stock 2 cups cooked chicken, cut into small pieces 1 cup orzo (gluten free for gluten free) salt and pepper to taste 1 lemon (zest and juice) 1 tablespoon tarragon, chopped (optional) 1 handful parsley, chopped

directions

Heat the oil in a large stock pot over medium-high heat, add the onions, carrot and celery and cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes. Add the garlic and thyme and cook until fragrant, about a minute. Add the chicken broth or stock, chicken and orzo, bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer until the orzo is just tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste and mix in the, lemon juice, zest and parsley.

http://www.closetcooking.com/2016/01/lemon-chicken-orzo-soup.html?m=1

[evolution-ofa-geek]

I’m gonna do something different here. Everyone in runners club that has been running since January to now or has ever ran but stopped and then came back.

Thank you.

Thank you for motivating me with your runs either be with running streaks, coming back from an injury, starting to, or if you’ve ever done a 1 mile or 13000 miles… I know that’s an insane number but I’ve seen crazy numbers on nike plus.

Thank you because I didn’t join the club until late in February when @ladyandthetrack was hyping it up and I joined because it had something to do with what I loved to do and it was running. I skipped a few days or maybe a month but I still looked it up. And during those times I looked it up I liked some of your runs, got to talk to some of you, and from where I’m at I was cheering you on. I know a few of you had like a 5 months running streak going or maybe even more but I kept reblogging you and hashtagged keep the streak alive.

You have all motivated me and I thank you all for doing so.

The number above was today. It’s not my worst and it’s definitely not my best. It’s just a number today. My best is yet to come and I will share it with all of you just the same way I shared my prior one which was 8 something miles.

Keep up the great work everyone, keep running, keep pulling a massive running streak, keep going, or if you’re tired and exhausted or even hurt… feel better first because I been there. I been hurt and I know people that been hurt and we’ve all shared stories about how we hurt ourselves and how we got better and back to running. So keep pushing. Keep running. Keep being you.

You all deserve an awesome mention. So whoever is on this tag for November, this is your sds. Stop, drop, and selfie.

We have one more month until this horrible year ends and I know I’m going to do the same thing Barry Allen does.

Run Ernie, Run.

[ladyandthetrack]

You're an inspiration!!! Keep doing awesome things !!

[ladyandthetrack]

Current beauty favs....just got the Nivea lip butter today and I am OBSESSED. I'm trying a new Maybelline setting powder today because I didn't have the $22 to drop on the bare minerals brand. I may also be in the market for new foundation... I prefer bb cream because I think it feels less thick on my face and gives me a more natural look... Any recommendations? Also, what's the different between a setting spray and setting powder? I use setting powder to help with my oily skin.. So I need setting spray as well? Also, I use a moisturizer as my bb cream primer right now.. Does anyone have any opinions on if primer is necessary or not? Thoughts? Thanks :)

[ladyandthetrack]

First 10k ✔️ finished in 56 minutes. Holy f-ing hills, I was not prepared for that. I also wasn’t prepared for my name to be called over the microphone… I got called on stage to receive a medal thing, I was mortified!! I hate being on the spot like that. I awkwardly ran up and ran away and was forced to take this awkward picture LOL. I didn’t realize they gave away so many medals- top 3 for every age group (5k and 10k) and plaques for top 3 overall each race.

There weren't nearly as many people in the 10k as the 5k. It wasn't that big of a race overall I don't think.

Glad I did it.

[ladyandthetrack]

Happy November!!!! 6 miles today! I took it easy, around a 10 min/mile pace and a few quick breathing breaks. Pretty happy about that. Came home and made some delicious soup. Lemon alphabet soup. It's pretty much chicken noodle soup minus the chicken with some lemon, garlic, and thyme added. I added onion, celery, spinach, and carrots as well. Deff recommend :-) PS- does any of my running friends have Instagram? You can follow me @kaitycogg if you do. Message me so I know who it is! November- 6

[ladyandthetrack]

I'm finally not sick again!! Why why why do I get so sick so much lately?! Anywho, I went 10 whole days without running 😳😳 I slowly got back into it yesterday with 1 mile, but I did 2 today and felt great. I might just dive back in for Nov. My 1st 10k is the 12th.

[ladyandthetrack]

I ran 7 miles today!!! Furthest yet!!!! Yay!!!

[ladyandthetrack]

So I had blood work done and everything came back normal except my iron. Instead of my doctor just going over it with me she referred me to a specialist (hemotologist or something). Does anyone else think this is weird? I feel like it's not something that rare to have to see a specialist

[ladyandthetrack]

Thank you to everyone who reached out to me. I don't know what's going on with me but I have reached out for help and things can only go up from here ( I hope). Seriously, everyone's kind words and support means a lot. 💗

[my-sacred-garment]

[ladyandthetrack]

Doug + Pizza

[ladyandthetrack]

Whyyyyy won't anyone I call to set up a therapy appointment answer me. I can't do this

[ladyandthetrack]

On track to surpass my overall goal of 35 miles which is nice. I've been running almost every day to make sure I'm at least in shape for my 10k. I need to start running longer distances though- my race is less than a month away. I mean it is my first 10k and it is for fun, but I still want to make a decent time. I'm thinking I will run 7 miles on Friday. Longest run ever :-)

[ladyandthetrack]

Pre gym selfies ~

I felt pretty today

[ladyandthetrack]

Wow I used to be skinny 😩