yoga plus cat

[supercheesegirl]

In spite of being lethargic, I managed to do a good solid yoga routine yesterday, and the same today. The most notable thing about yoga yesterday and today is that I'm still having to do it in the house, because it's still too rainy and/or wet to do it outside on the deck, and so since I'm in the house Sammy Cat has been helping me. Yesterday he walked underneath me while I was in the middle of a downward dog, and I almost fell on him because I started laughing. Today he walked between my legs several times as I did the wide-leg standing poses, and then he laid down next to me half on and half off the yoga mat while I did the seated work. I estimate I did 35 minutes or so of actual yoga and maybe 15 minutes of "relaxation", which involved lying on the floor petting the cat. Despite the cat/yoga interaction I've still been getting in a good amount of workout, and it's nice to have kitty bonding time too.

Comments

[tisana.livejournal.com]

What is with the kitty affinity for yoga? I can't attempt it without my cats deciding it's time to cuddle and play on the mat. My mat! Doesn't need claw holes, thanks.

[supercheesegirl.livejournal.com]

I think it's because we're not often down there on their level. Cats are much more often coming up to our level, like on the table or kitchen counters and whatnot, so when we're on the floor with them, that must be pretty exciting. Or else cats are just weird. Either theory is plausible.

[queende.livejournal.com]

your story makes me want to try yoga at home to see how sophie would like it!

glad to hear you are feeling motivated lately:) take care of yourself!

[supercheesegirl.livejournal.com]

I'm trying! Thanks!