Rest used to be a "four letter word" for me, for sure. Now that's what I consider the word "lazy." The shame and judgment that word drips with is awful. And completely unnecessary. We're not human doings, we're human beings! We're allowed to rest when we need to! I invite you to give yourself permission.
I love the headstanders, they are so fun! I had one years ago that someone gifted me, it wasn't nearly as sturdy and beautiful as what you have. They are so much fun! And inversions with less effort is totally the way to go, in my mind. Heal up, Jane! You've got this!
Thanks so much Janine. Thanks for giving me permission. So hard.
My massage therpist/future yoga instructor is letting me try this out. I haven't done handstands since March and this is close as it gets. I've missed this. There's a type of yoga that goes with this it starts with a V? I'm too "lazy" to Google lol. Do you have info on that, Janine?
There are a couple that I am aware of, Vinyasa, which is what I teach and practice, and Viniyoga which is what TKV Desikachar teaches/taught. I believe that form of yoga is more tailor made to the student and specifically therapeutic, if I remember correctly. Does Svaroopa yoga use that? I know they use a million blankets, it’s a restorative yoga practice.
You're doing great! I cant believe I'll be 69 in month. Ridiculous...surely I must be 28! 😂😂 Those knee injections really work.... my friend gets them and it's a game changer! Have a good weekend and keep on rockin' it!
Sorry you can't get the injections the way dr said too Jane , Yes insurance can be a big problem to say the least . Even Drs in NY state having troubles with it now . Yet I do envy all on this page and you , If you can do that inversion , you are doing great . The envy comes from knowing I am 68 And Drs saying won't see next birthday . Your all so happy healthy and strong and truly happy for everyone of you . Me I feel like if I rest I have lost a few hours of my time . Yet great article Jane . Glad you hired the two people , Makes your life easier . And will help you stay strong .Hugs and love and peace to you your family and everyone following you
Yes insurance. BC/BS and my husband has a government job and still sucks! I can't even imagine what others are going through with insurance and health care system. Hang in there Mitch. I know it's easy to say. Wishing you all the best
Yes insurance does suck , than almost two years ago , NY decided lets make a new list of what is covered . I had to change many meds , stop a few important tests , And watch my health get worse fast . I have sent letters to Nys officials . made calls .Yet nothing . My last letter to them was far from nice . I wrote plain and simple who will vote for you if we all die because of this crap . still no answer . So it is what it is , Yes like all I am scared to die , yet in a semi strange way , I did know it was coming , and not because of age . My worry is for every other patient going through same crap . Hugs and peace to you and family
A supervisor I once worked with once said, you know Pete this aging thing is not for sissies. But, I said you are only as old as feel and like you Jane the word quit is not in my vocabulary. We push through!!!
Hi Jane, I'm sorry to hear about your knees, that must be so painful! 😣 Fingers crossed the injections give you some relief 🤞 Please take it easy and if it helps... think of your future self in a really bad state and wishing you had just rested more! Do your future self a favour and make the changes you have the chance to make now! ❤️ This has really helped me, so it seemed like a good time to share.. I hope it helps. 😊 As for the guilt... fuck that shit.. let it go NOW! 🤣
Thanks so much. It's always worse after the injections. Then improves. At least last time it did. Screw the guilt, right. I was bored as hell this weekend
I hope this is the last hump you have to get over medically and have a score of good years until the time that other ailments become part- or full-time jobs.
Yes, I cannot un-see it 😂 and yet I still want one! I have a yoga sling in my basement for doing inversion… when I take the time to do them. I do love the sling!
And rest is so needed. Part of my rest today is listening to newsletters (and commenting)— I’m on my chaise with my legs up in the back in a mini inversion. It feels for good!
I know, right? We were making all kinds if potty chair jokes tonight. I thought my brother-in-law was going to break neck on it. I want a yoga sling! I'd love to do those yoga classes where you hang on ropes and slings. Do you know what I mean? Enjoy the rest of your weekend. I'm still catching up on the stacks too
I so relate to this, what is it? I used to think I couldn’t be a stay at home mom because I would just watch tv all day. Why do we think these horrible things of ourselves when we need grace ❤️
Thank you. Genetics, working out and eating as healthy as possible helps. I try but it feels like I'm fighting a losing battle. I expected to have OA when I was much older. I did have an bad knee injury as a teen and I'm sure that contributed to it
Thanks! I was in gymnastics too for several years, non-competitive though. Most of my jobs -a hairstylist for over 20 years and then a pet sitter dog walker. It takes its toll. I was running before this happened and ignored the signs. Did you compete in gymnastics?
Rest used to be a "four letter word" for me, for sure. Now that's what I consider the word "lazy." The shame and judgment that word drips with is awful. And completely unnecessary. We're not human doings, we're human beings! We're allowed to rest when we need to! I invite you to give yourself permission.
I love the headstanders, they are so fun! I had one years ago that someone gifted me, it wasn't nearly as sturdy and beautiful as what you have. They are so much fun! And inversions with less effort is totally the way to go, in my mind. Heal up, Jane! You've got this!
Thanks so much Janine. Thanks for giving me permission. So hard.
My massage therpist/future yoga instructor is letting me try this out. I haven't done handstands since March and this is close as it gets. I've missed this. There's a type of yoga that goes with this it starts with a V? I'm too "lazy" to Google lol. Do you have info on that, Janine?
There are a couple that I am aware of, Vinyasa, which is what I teach and practice, and Viniyoga which is what TKV Desikachar teaches/taught. I believe that form of yoga is more tailor made to the student and specifically therapeutic, if I remember correctly. Does Svaroopa yoga use that? I know they use a million blankets, it’s a restorative yoga practice.
Vinyasa! That's it!!! Thanks for the info!
You're doing great! I cant believe I'll be 69 in month. Ridiculous...surely I must be 28! 😂😂 Those knee injections really work.... my friend gets them and it's a game changer! Have a good weekend and keep on rockin' it!
I know, right?? Hoping the injections work again. They were overdue. Dang insurance
Insurance! ARRRGGGHHHHH!!! Dont get me started! 😂
I know! Freaking insurance
I'll be 68 in November. If you are 28, then I am 27! 😂😂
Let's do 21 and 22?!! While we're at it 😄 🤣
I like those numbers! 😂
HAHA!!!
Sorry you can't get the injections the way dr said too Jane , Yes insurance can be a big problem to say the least . Even Drs in NY state having troubles with it now . Yet I do envy all on this page and you , If you can do that inversion , you are doing great . The envy comes from knowing I am 68 And Drs saying won't see next birthday . Your all so happy healthy and strong and truly happy for everyone of you . Me I feel like if I rest I have lost a few hours of my time . Yet great article Jane . Glad you hired the two people , Makes your life easier . And will help you stay strong .Hugs and love and peace to you your family and everyone following you
Yes insurance. BC/BS and my husband has a government job and still sucks! I can't even imagine what others are going through with insurance and health care system. Hang in there Mitch. I know it's easy to say. Wishing you all the best
Yes insurance does suck , than almost two years ago , NY decided lets make a new list of what is covered . I had to change many meds , stop a few important tests , And watch my health get worse fast . I have sent letters to Nys officials . made calls .Yet nothing . My last letter to them was far from nice . I wrote plain and simple who will vote for you if we all die because of this crap . still no answer . So it is what it is , Yes like all I am scared to die , yet in a semi strange way , I did know it was coming , and not because of age . My worry is for every other patient going through same crap . Hugs and peace to you and family
I'm so sorry you are dealing with all of that, Mitch. So frustrating with the health care system, as if being sick isn't enough
Your not kidding , Jane . hugs too you and family
Thanks, Mitch
Rest is so important for rejuvenation. You will come back stronger mentally and physically
It is! I tell myself that
A supervisor I once worked with once said, you know Pete this aging thing is not for sissies. But, I said you are only as old as feel and like you Jane the word quit is not in my vocabulary. We push through!!!
You’re doing good Jane! And look fantastic! Looks like 55 is the new 25 😊🌹❤️
Thanks so much, Bansi! You made my day!
I’m 41, and headstands are also part of my daily practice! You rock, girl. Keep it up! Much love.
That's awesome. I'm starting that. What benefits do you notice from that?
Hi Jane, I'm sorry to hear about your knees, that must be so painful! 😣 Fingers crossed the injections give you some relief 🤞 Please take it easy and if it helps... think of your future self in a really bad state and wishing you had just rested more! Do your future self a favour and make the changes you have the chance to make now! ❤️ This has really helped me, so it seemed like a good time to share.. I hope it helps. 😊 As for the guilt... fuck that shit.. let it go NOW! 🤣
Thanks so much. It's always worse after the injections. Then improves. At least last time it did. Screw the guilt, right. I was bored as hell this weekend
Bored is good! Time to get bored means you're allowing rest time.. Good for body and mind! 🥰
Agree bored is good! I'm feeling much better now. It's always worse after injections
I hope this is the last hump you have to get over medically and have a score of good years until the time that other ailments become part- or full-time jobs.
Thanks so much. At my age probably not, but I take good care if my self and I can only hope
I’m turning 49 tomorrow and almost no one cares…
Happy birthday!
Thank you. I wish you the best of health!
I’ll be 55 in December - I’m right there too
Welcome to the club!!
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What's the link?
My yoga sling 😊
Cool. Can't open though 😕
Hi @CBmason. What's they link?
Yes, I cannot un-see it 😂 and yet I still want one! I have a yoga sling in my basement for doing inversion… when I take the time to do them. I do love the sling!
And rest is so needed. Part of my rest today is listening to newsletters (and commenting)— I’m on my chaise with my legs up in the back in a mini inversion. It feels for good!
I know, right? We were making all kinds if potty chair jokes tonight. I thought my brother-in-law was going to break neck on it. I want a yoga sling! I'd love to do those yoga classes where you hang on ropes and slings. Do you know what I mean? Enjoy the rest of your weekend. I'm still catching up on the stacks too
I so relate to this, what is it? I used to think I couldn’t be a stay at home mom because I would just watch tv all day. Why do we think these horrible things of ourselves when we need grace ❤️
Thanks so much, Mary. We need to give ourselves grace
All you young’uns complainin’! Wait till you’re my age (74!). 🤣 but seriously, blessings on ALL beings, regardless of age.
Thanks Jonathan! In a blink of an eye I will be if I'm lucky
You look good for your age! And doing very well. Yes. It sucks getting older. I feel your pain on this subject. :-) Keep up the good work!
Thank you. Genetics, working out and eating as healthy as possible helps. I try but it feels like I'm fighting a losing battle. I expected to have OA when I was much older. I did have an bad knee injury as a teen and I'm sure that contributed to it
You have good Genes. :-) I think arthritis comes with the territory of getting older. I was a gymnast and now I have arthritis in my back. yeoch! :-)
Thanks! I was in gymnastics too for several years, non-competitive though. Most of my jobs -a hairstylist for over 20 years and then a pet sitter dog walker. It takes its toll. I was running before this happened and ignored the signs. Did you compete in gymnastics?
No. Just non-competitive in school and weekend classes. I was too tall and gave it up at the age of 15, but I now feel the effects of it.
That's pretty much what I did. I started later. I was on the taller side too for gymnastics