Downward facing dog, Germany, September 2024
Well, my injury at the front left hip still does not allow me to do all the asanas I would like to do. Especially the twists are impossible. But I am realizing progress. I will remain patient and see every day what is possible and what is not.
I took my yoga mat with me on a short trip to Lake Garda in Italy. I only managed to practice once. Most hotel rooms are too small and not inviting to do gymnastics on the floor. The one hotel I stayed at had a roof terrace with deckchairs and sunshades. I rolled out my mat next to it. There were children romping around. I smiled at them when they looked over at me. They didn't smile back. Whatever. After a while, I noticed that they were imitating my positions. That's how learning happens. The positions looked perfect. At seven, the body is still soft and flexible, at least for most.
It was a pleasure for me to practice.
Now I'm back home.
I am curious about what September will bring. You can't expect to get better every day. Often you learn in crises, or when you have to overcome difficulties.
Injuries are always a form of feedback. I find weight machines are not so suitable. I can become much stronger by practicing callisthenics. Lifting my own body weight is enough for now.
I wish you relaxed practice.