Last night, I set the alarm for 4.10 instead of 4.15. Don't think it helped me leave the house by 5.00. But, on his suggestion I took the highway instead of the straight road and going at 70miles an hour certainly helped me reach the class five minutes earlier. Got a good spot, even though it was right at the front. As a beginner, I had to be in the front once and I hated it. It was hot, I could see the whole room and I couldn't concentrate. I kept seeing people falling off, making mistakes and that made me loose my balance.
A year into Bikram, I am able to concentrate better if I have to take the first row but I still prefer my middle of the room, second or third row position. That is the best place to be if one of the instructors takes pity on the sweating, panting class and decides to open the door for a few seconds. The cold air that rushes in the hot room is relief for a sore body. There is no relief when you are up front.
Today, we had a first time student in the class and she was right behind me. It is especially hard for me to concentrate with a new student in class. I keep checking on them, trying to smile an encouraging smile or sneak in an occasional thumbs up. I remember my first day at Bikram and how nice everyone was to me afterwards. I like to pass it on.
Apart from seeking an occasional glance at the newbie, I managed to concentrate. I still need working on a few poses and I need to be able to stay longer in some of the poses or go deeper in others.
I will talk about some of it in the days to come. Right now, I am tired and need a nap. It is just my body, detoxifying and needing a rest. Catch you tomorrow.
PS: Oh, the instructor today was Stacy who not only teaches but owns two Bikram studio in our city. Her boundless energy and smiling, happy face in the morning is enough to brighten your day. The yoga is the added bonus.
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