There is a breath for that ...

Thurs. the 5th Men's 10 am class day :
Truly where does the time go?

I have been reflecting back on our packed room class with all the mats, balls, blocks and bodies willingly working on being more aware of body postures, breath and openness.   That was a heart warming picture with a bit of humor provided which is always a blessing.  
While a posture (stretch) is being formed and adjustments in alignments are made, that is an excellent time to slow the breath down which adds another layer of focus and calmness.   Learning to listen to the wisdom of your body is easier to acquire in this mind set.  
Whether you are making the turn to the back nine with a little less energy then you had in the front, or you've seemed to have lost your focus  ... There is a breath for that and that and  much more!

This week, challenge yourself and become your own observer.  Try at least 
2-3 times in a day to STOP, take a slow breath through your nose (to the count of 4) and then even a tad slower, exhale to the count of 6.    To check yourself to see if you are engaging most of your diaphragm,  place your hand on your belly and as you inhale, allow the belly to expand then on the exhale, feel the navel press back towards the spine to empty all the air out.   
Simple and so powerful so show yourself success and I'll see you next time...