Why do we get out of our routines?
Why do we stop things that make us feel good?

Almost 2-weeks ago was the first week in I'd say at least 2-3 years that I did yoga every day, and some walking. It started with a simple goal for the week. Do a yoga session every day for 1-week. Day 1 would be a "longer" 30min session, followed by a shorter 10-15min routine the next day. The week would rotate along that pattern.
It felt good. Well, afterwards. Haha! But it really put things into perspective. Why did I stop? If it feels good, make it a priority. Now here I am 2-3 years later, and much less flexible and mobile than I was. Duh!
Do what works for you! I've said that many times to clients, yet it seems to elude my own thoughts and habits.
I just came off a weekend away for 3-days following my 1-week of daily yoga. I missed it. This morning, I was back to it after waking up and it felt good. I followed that by a nice cup of coffee, and a walk to school with my youngest daughter (enjoying this great "summer like" weather we're having here in the Quinte area).
As always;
- Keep your routine and health habits simple.
- Do things you enjoy.
- Listen to your body; Go hard when you feel full of energy, and go easy when you feel less energy.
- Include full-body work as much as possible.
- Breathe and slow down.
**I strongly believe in weekly goals. It's great to have long term goals, but life is constantly changing and things come up. Set short term, 1-week goals. It's easier to fit in, you don't have to worry as far into the future (which we can't control anyway), and you can re-adjust each week if something comes up or if something didn't work. The long term results of this being a consistent habit, will be fantastic. Give it a try. *****