#yogaflex

I often use the hashtag #yogasavedmylife ....because back in early 2017 when I was trying to come to grips with the reality of anxiety and trying not to let the fear inside me consume me alive.... my first step to recovery was practicing yoga with consistency and commitment everyday. . . . 💙It was yoga that got me up in the morning and give me strength to face the day. 💙 It was yoga that gave me courage to do the "simple things" that scared me....💙it was yoga that brought calm & courage to my life when I felt like i was falling apart💙 . . . . Yes , there are so many other amazing elements that have helped me....like my TRE & EFT coach, my Kinesiologist, my friends and family....THE OCEAN💙, NATURE🌍 BEUATIFUL NATURE🌊! All these factors play an equal and pivotal role in my journey ....but it started with yoga because that was all I had with me in the times I felt most scared and alone. You see yoga is not just a physical practice there is so much more to it (that's why I hate this "weight loss" yoga fad...but that's for another day). . . . Every morning I would get onto my mat & start to gently move. It would calm my mind & ease my soul. It would ground me & bring strength to my spirit. . . . So yes, yoga has saved my life & gave me the courage & UNDERSTANDING to discover other forms of "therapy" that helps dissolve anxiety (i.e. NATURE, kinesiology, EFT, TRE, talking to loved ones) . . . Give it go! It's a beautiful tool to help one navigate thrpugh this stressful & crazy world 💙🤗🕉 . . . #yogaforanxiety #yogaforlife #yogasavedmylife #beachyoga #yogaforhealth #yogafordepression #yogainnature #yogini #yogaflex #yogasofig #yogagoals #selflove #selfhealing #mybodyisbeautiful #yogaforcourage (at Glentana, Western Cape, South Africa) https://www.instagram.com/p/BtlyGDnBUMT/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1hhif6k0bbg2v

Patience and persistent practise is not what our modern culture wants to do anymore....especially when it comes to their bodies. Quick fixes and instant results are what are wanted and expected. What they fail to realise, is that even though our bodies and minds have evolutionized over time, they are still organic natural organisms that work within a system that requires consistent patient practise in order to achieve something great and worth while. This "instant messaging" mindset has made us lazy and unambitious. I don't know how many times I have been asked "How long did it take for you to get there?" and when I answer them in years or even months their reply is: "oh No, I don't have the patience for that" "Oh No, I don't have the will power for that" "Oh No, I don't have the time for that" Or my favourite......"how come it took you so long?" Hmmmmmmm I don't see you at any level close to this, so I think I am doing pretty damn good, what you say? 😏 If you want to achieve anything worthwhile, it is a process of persistent patient daily action AND it is a lifelong journey! Anything else that promises instant results is a short lived pleasure with no lasting results or value. If you want a goal for your body (whatever it may be) make it a daily committed lifelong practice ! ---------------- www.jodycalitz.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #yogagoals #yogagirl #outdooryogi #forevergrateful #girlgetout #forearmstand #pinchamayurasana #pincha #corestrengthening #yogalooksgood #yogaflex #yogaforweightloss #yogaforlife #yogasavedmylife #yogaforanxiety #yogafordepression #veganyogi #beachyoga #beachyogagirl #beachgirl (at Glentana, Western Cape, South Africa)

Haven't been on my mat since last week Wednesday.... had a bought of chronic fatigue so just took it easy and listened to my body. Chronic fatigue often comes when somebody goes through a prolonged period of stress or anxiety & can come back every now and again.... It's exactly what I experience just over a year ago. It's not good to try push through it because it can really mess up ones hormones....so when it happens I choose to go with the flow and take it easy. It's days like these where I feel I am going backward...all the progress I have made comes crashing down...then I just have to remind myself... Get up Deep breaths Calm thoughts And small steps forward .....you'll be ok 😊 . . . . . . . . . . . #yogaflex #yogaflow #veganyogi #vegansofig #yogaforlife #yogasavedmylife #yogachallenge #yogalove #yogajunkies #yogalooksgood #yogaforanxiety #yogaforstress #yogaforfatigue

Probably one of my favourite yoga postures #virabhadrasanaiii or #warrior3 pose. 5 or so years back I would never have believed I could strengthen and shape my body (especially my hamstrings and glutes) without machines or weights. Ps there is nothing wrong with using machines or weights, but it's just such a FREEING AND EMPOWERING feeling when you know that all you need to keep your body firm, strong and healthy IS YOU!!! You are your own gym!!! This pose is ideal for leaning out, shaping and strengthening the hamstrings and glutes. It works the core incredibly well and the stabilizers of the standing leg. I'll have a variation of this posture in my next beach BODY WORKOUT VIDEO to show you how you can adapt and incorporate yoga into your workouts 😊😁 Give it a go! To see more, click link in bio! Body powered by @synerchi_organics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #yogachallenge #veganyogi #yogisofinstagram #yogasofig #yogaflex #yogastrength #bikiniyoga #yogaeverydamnday #yogini #yogabody #yogasavedmylife #yogasavedme

Been enjoying daily yoga and body conditioning sessions with my sister these holidays. It has kept the body flexible, firm, toned and stress free. DAY 2 of #28daysbodygratitude and I am grateful for my sister who has always had such a positive influence on my self-worth and manifesting a positive body image. Thank you @earth_rebel_sa grateful for you 💓💓🌱🌱 . . . . . . . . . #yogajunkie #yogaaddict #yogalove #yogaflex #yogaflow #yogaeverydamnday #yogagram #yogasisters #yogaforlife

Working on my handstand journey again. With this beautiful rainy ☔ weather we are having, I can really focus on my yoga. This exercise is incredible, but OH-MY-WORD I found this hard. Literally after 4 leg lifts my arms were shaking and I needed to come down. Anyhoo, will keep working on it. Practice makes progress 😉😉💪💪🌿🌿 give this a try Powered by @synerchi_organics . . . . . . . . . #veganyogi #yogajunkie #yogalover #yogaaddict #yogaforhealth #yogaforabeachbody #yogasofig #yogagirl #yogalife #Yogainspiration #yogaeverywhere #yogagram #yogafit #yogaflex #yogastretch #yogafitness #instayoga #yogalife #yogajourney @fitnessmagsa @womenshealthmagsa @fitlifemagsa @longevity_live @yogasouthafrica @theyogajournalsa @yogagoals @yoga.woman @yogasouthafrica #yogaforanxiety #yogahelpedmyanxiety #beachyoga #yogaeveryday #yogini #bikiniyoga #whyogaoctober #plantbasedyogi #yogaeverydamnday #bodyconfidence #bodylove

Enjoying some yoga in the sunshine. Who said you need weights to tone and shape the back and arms....your body is your gym baby!!!!! . . . Check out my yoga videos on my website to help strengthen and tone the arms and back www.jodycalitz.com . . . . . . . . #yogaaddict #veganyogi #yogaeverydamnday #yogaforfitness #yogaflex

Stretching isn't just about becoming flexible..... It stimulates blood flow, nerve function, releases tension, helps relieve pain and reduces injury risk. All the elements are important for optimal health and a strong body. No point in being able to squat 100kg or run 100km if you are constantly on anti-inflammatories because of back and neck pain. Follow an effective stretching program and you will very quickly see how ALL the other areas of your fitness and training will improve dramatically. Whether you are a runner or power lifter, give it a go....and watch your PB improve. Doing some pool side stretching with Mr B to start the weekend. Www.jodycalitz.com 🍏 . . . . . . . . #veganyogi #yogajunkie #yogalover #yogaaddict #yogaforhealth #yogaforabeachbody #yogasofig #yogagirl #yogalife #Yogainspiration #yogaeverywhere #yogagram #yogafit #yogaflex #yogastretch #yogafitness #instayoga #yogalife #yogajourney #yogaforanxiety #yogahelpedmyanxiety #beachyoga #yogaeveryday #yogini #bikiniyoga #plantbasedyogi #bodyconfidence #bodylove #upwardfacingdog #cobrapose