Who is going to do Adriene’s 30 day programme January 2021?

[parrotonmyshoulder]

I’ve done the last few years and try to do a video most days throughout the year. I like the structure of the 30 days. I think my favourite was Home as the length (short) of the videos suited what I had time for. Looking forward to seeing what’s to come.

I enjoyed it. I was worried the 48 mins would be too long but it went quickly.

Wrist stretches uncomfortable but also good. I probably need to do a bit more of that.

Checking in and laughing at some of the comments here as I’d also not left myself quite enough time and I’m a bit larger than I was last time I did yours do bits of me kept getting in the way. I loved the wrist stretch. I’m not sure I was doing it properly but it felt like it was doing something. Looking forward to day 2

I enjoyed day 1, as others said it seemed to fly by despite the length. I agree that the studio was a bit stark; I missed the cosy vibe of home and other videos. I think she did mention going somewhere else to film the series in one of her emails last year.

Oh, and does she ever wear the same clothes twice? I've watched over 100 videos and don't think I have ever seen a repeat!

I'm jumping ship already I'm afraid.
Just off to do day 1 of Boho Beautiful 14 day programme.

Una she’s sponsored by Adidas so I think that’s why tge endless outfits (wish I had that many ).

I did say 1 late last night and I thought it was great - at the risk of sounding like a total yoga nut breathing is so key to yoga, it’s movement to breath as opposed to a gym workout. I love Marcus Veda’s zoom Rocket classes and he always says that it’s not about whether you can do handstands (I can’t ) the most important thing is mindful breathing. My Ashtanga teacher runs regular breathing workshops and the positive effects of them are immense. The ujai breath is central to Ashtanga practice.

I’m so excited that this years 30 days is Breath. I know if you’re looking for a workout it can seem a bit airy fairy but I can honestly say the two things which have benefited my yoga in 2020 have been breathing and learning to stand in an active engaged way in tadasana far more then all the fancy showy off poses (tgat said in v shallow so have also spent a fair bit of time working on my wheel and crow )

Of course though yoga is a personal journey and one size doesn’t fit all.

KittyMcKitty

Of course- breath is essential to yoga.
I know if you’re looking for a workout it can seem a bit airy fairy
Breath is crucial- of course but the two are are not exclusive.
I have been practicing yoga for most of my adult life ( and I am nearly 60), and looking for certain styles, that's all.
Deepening my Vinyasa practice, exploring other styles as always,
I just found Adriene's pace a lottle slow and physically not challenging enough.
I did day one of Boho 14 days this morning and it was lovely.

I'm in but have yet to do yesterday's!
I think I need to set an alarm some days as they are quite long so I may need to get up early 😳

@speakout my post wasn’t meant in a critical way more just saying that breathing is central to yoga. Of course we all have preferences - I love Ashtanga- I live that the primary sequence is set and unchanging. So pleased you have found something you enjoy - I don’t know Boho must take a look

I can't see the day 2 video yet. Yesterdays one was there in the morning. What time are they usually available?

KittyMcKitty
Sorry- hope my post didn't come across as snippy! Internet is limiting sometimes.
Yes I understand how Ashtanga must appeal, I like a certain amount of framework to my practice too, gives a place from which to explore and deepen within the familiar. Also why I like Vinyasa- also has a set structure.
For posture precision I love Iyengar- my first leg of my yoga journey in my 20s, I still use methods and ideas from that within my practice.

I agree is is enhancing to explore different styles.

The Day 2 video is up now. Really enjoyed this one but it's horrifying how weak I've become after only a couple of weeks without regular practice! I was shaking in that last plank

Was also interrupted in my savasana by the doorbell ringing, DS was home after work but had forgotten his keys, grrrr.

I think it's really interesting hearing you more experienced yoga crew compare styles and teachers. For a complete beginner (I have done adrienes January challenge last year but didnt continue), what is the most common yoga type to start on if you are interested in building strength and flexibility but not necessarily looking for a tough cardio workout?

Day 2 done. Liked the stretches at the end. Still not a fan of anything needing upper body strength like plank and downward dog. Just cant stay in either position long but I guess only way to get better is to do more!

Weepingwillows12

I think Hatha yoga is the type that was traditionally "mainstream" in the UK for decades. Good for beginners, not too demanding, often the type done in church halls, mostly women, and mostly more mature women.
Stlll a great style for beginners, but like everything fashion and demand changes things.
Forty years ago whan I started this was the type of yoga most commonly found. There were of course yoga centres- mostly in cities, that were specialist in other forms of yoga- Ashtanga, Yin, Igengar, Kundalini etc,

But yoga has boomed in popularity, especially in younger people who demand more challenging styles of "power" type of yoga for muscular strength, stamina etc.

Elements from more challenging yoga styles have crept into "general" yoga classes, and many use elements from other styles in a more mixed up delivery.
Nowadays it is quite common to hear " take a Vinyasa and we will meet in down dog" in a general yoga class- 20 years ago that would not have been the case.
Sorry if it isn't much help I think try as many styles as you can read a little about the different styles of yoga- some are more breath centred or spiritual, others very dynamic and will leave your heart racing.
Also depends what you want from your practice- whether it is to build strength, relax or become more flexible, each style offers something a little different.

Done day 1 - will probably extend by one day if I can't fit two short ones in one day.

I found day 2 and have done it. I really like focussing on the breathing and looking inwards. I don't think we do this enough in general day to day life. It makes me feel calmer and set up for the day ahead.

Day 2 done. Enjoyed it, managed to plank a little longer. Pleased with myself that I managed to make time for this.

Interesting reflection on styles. For me Adriene's style is about right - I'm not looking for cardio from my yoga, and often come to the mat tired from running so don't want too much strength work. I like flowing from one shape to another rather than doing them separately, but also like to take my time and have space to extend and relax into the poses before moving on, plus having a bit of variety in the flows keeps my brain engaged.

For beginners I'd say it's really worthwhile starting with the slower forms (yin, hatha) because they help you understand how the poses should feel, where your body is at now and what you're working on in each one - then when you come to put them together your body knows what you're aiming for. Adriene's Fundamentals series are a really good way of understanding each pose and adaptations (they're on her website but best to start with the older ones rather than diving straight into shoulder stand etc.

Dear god my wrists hurt sooo much.
I am also slightly hungover so suffered throughout.

I had a sore wrist earlier in the year and wedges (or a slim cushion/blanket) under the heel of your hand help.

I remember my wrists were sore doing Home last year but they do get better. One thing that I found really helps is to try and put pressure through your fingers; think of clawing your fingers into the mat or trying to lift the palms off the mat. Mixing it up by using fists (when weight bearing) or fingertips (lunges etc) also helps to reduce wrist time. Also be careful that you aren't overbending your wrists by having them too far back in plank etc - if in doubt err on having them too far forward. In down dog in particular it helps to ensure your legs are taking as much of your weight as you can (bend your knees if necessary), rather than making your arms do too much work.

Day 2 done.

I found that quite hard, my upper arms were really feeling the strain. Surprising as I’ve been pretty consistent over the past year, although haven’t done much for a couple of weeks to slob out over Christmas.

@Redcrayons

Day one ✅ Bit waffley at the beginning, but I struggle with being in the moment and listening to my breath. I’m too fidgety and want to get going. Surprised to see a couple of planks in the first one as well.

Also, Spent too long wondering if Adrienne had got some new patio doors or had she moved House.

Must focus more...

Haha - me too! Though I didn’t recognise the view outside

Just done day 2, the time went quickly. I found it a bit hard to follow the plank/downward dog section as I can't see my screen easily from that position and tend to rely on spoken guidance a lot.

I find softening my knees in downward dog takes pressure off the wrists, also (hard to explain) rotating my hands outward slightly - not really moving them on the ground but pushing them outwards, as if waving goodbye to someone. Increasing the space between shoulders and ears.

I find downward dog so painful and didn't manage the planks. Beginning to think this might be too hard for me.