Barefoot & On the Mat May 2023: You are as welcome as the flowers in May.

Paine · 04-30-23, 09:33 PM

Greetings and welcome to the weekly Barefoot & On The Mat check-in thread! This is a long-running VF check-in. We're a cozy, friendly group who enjoy a wide variety of workouts, but we have a special fondness for those traditionally done without shoes. If you enjoy yoga, Pilates, Barre, Qi Gong, Classical Stretch/Essentrics, Weight lifting, etc. (or even if you simply prefer doing traditional workouts without shoes!) you'll feel right at home. And even if you wear shoes for such workouts, come on in!

Please feel free to join in. We love hearing from new, returning and guest Mat Mavens. Our welcome mat is always out!

Paine · 05-01-23, 08:34 AM

Happy May!

Margaret's Fitness Becomes You (Volume 1 Program C: Upper Body workout)

This morning at 7am I'll also be doing Jackie's live Zoom Essentrics class.

I'm waving to everyone!

Pat58 · 05-01-23, 08:48 AM

Good morning all!

~ K's FBFM challenge days 25 and 26
~ Yin/yoga nidra workshop at studio
~ 3,380 steps

The yin class was heavenly and I could do more poses than three months ago. But I fell asleep for the nidra.

It was a very special one too, from the sounds of it as I regained consciousness. Drat!

Beth, I'm glad that massage was helpful. I love when the moon and stars align for a great massage. Kiss My Asana, LOL!

Paine, sorry to hear your GS's birthday party had to be postponed. I hope his Dad feels better very soon. Thank you for starting our May check-in.

Waves to all who visit today!

toaster · 05-01-23, 10:50 AM

Oops, thanks to Paine for re-directing me to the new month! Here's my mistaken post from the old thread:

Paine that's disappointing for your grandson! My niece had a covid-related b-day cancelation 2 years ago when she turned 11 - a little easier for her to understand being older, but I know she was disappointed too.

The event yesterday was in an old warehouse-style building downtown that's now a wedding venue. It was a cool large room with exposed brick walls, wood floors - a bit cold though! There were maybe 50? participants. The movement we did was pretty simple, about half chair yoga, half floor (since it was for an accessible yoga charity). But the instructors info/cues were so exquisite that it was a real pleasure, plus I got to meet some others in the yoga community.

JustSandra · 05-01-23, 12:54 PM

Hello!

Paine: Thanks for getting us started this month! Sorry about your grandson's birthday party. I was actually supposed to have an early birthday party this evening, but it got postponed due to the Covid case in our group. Oh well -- we'lll still have a good time next Monday!

Today's Workout: Body Pump at my gym.

Hoping everything is okay with our Cyana.

Waving to all!

YogaGal · 05-01-23, 05:40 PM

Paine: Thanks for starting the May thread. So sorry about your grandson not getting to have his birthday party as planned; hopefully you can celebrate later when everyone is healthy!

I have tons of grading this week, so I may not be checking in much, but I wanted to update my latest workouts.

Friday was an early work day and resting in the afternoon, so no workout or yoga.

Saturday
Kassandra’s Flexible Body Yoga, Days 28 and 29

Sunday
Jessica Smith’s YT How to Get (and Stay!) Motivated: A 1-Mile #Walk + Talk
Kassandra’s Flexible Body Yoga, Day 30

Monday
Workout with Roxanne YT Grow Glutes in 20 mins | Build a Booty | Dumbbells // No Repeat
Yoga with Joelle, 10-min Yoga for Hips, Hamstrings & Shoulders!

Donna D · 05-01-23, 09:07 PM

Happy May everyone!

Paine - sorry to hear about the cancellation of the birthday party for your grandson due to Covid.

Speaking of Covid, I had my 6th Covid vaccination on Thursday. My arm was very itchy within minutes of the shot, never had that happen before. It was a bit sore also, which I had not experienced before. Within an hour all was back to normal.

Checking in with Day 6 of Lee Holden's 30 day challenge and Winsor Pilates Back workout.

toaster · 05-01-23, 09:13 PM

Hi Donna! I was wondering about the next round of covid shots - I guess I've gotten 5 now. I might wait until fall, but on the other had, I'm traveling this summer...I will have to consult with DH. I'm surprised you never had arm soreness before! I've gotten that ever covid shot and get it from the flu shot too, although it's MUCH less if I move my arm around a lot right after getting the shot.

Carolyn, hope the end of the semester goes smoothly. Today was my last Monday to work for May!

Pat, yay about your progress! Yoga Nidra always puts me to sleep.

Paine, I'm in awe that you posted before the 7 a.m. class this morning!

Sandra I hope cyana is okay too.

I was so tired after work today! I did a couple of 10-minute floor routines from JoJoFit plus a 30-minute Yin/Yang from Yoga with Melissa.

yogapam · 05-01-23, 10:37 PM

Yay for May, one month closer to summer!

Thanks for starting us off Paine!

A quick fly by for me today…
~Full Body Stability Ball with Dumbbells (Workout Hotel on YT) - This was a nice change, Pilates inspired with light weights.
https://youtu.be/E6zluyOqGDc
~Kate Vantucci Yoga: Find Ease

https://youtu.be/1V_9OoL5owc

Waves to all!

Pat58 · 05-02-23, 08:40 AM

Good morning ladies! Yesterday I accomplished:

~ LWR's Posture Challenge Day 14
~ Walk around neighborhood after work
~ Home PT
~ 7,382 steps

Good luck with your grading, Carolyn. Did you finish Kassandra's challenge? I still have two more.

Donna, nice to see you! I hope you don't have any further side effects from the booster.

Pam, thanks for sharing the stability ball workout, I bookmarked it.

Good morning to Sandra, Paine, Beth, Sherry, and anyone else who visits.

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04-30-23, 09:33 PM
Paine VF Supporter Join Date: Sep 2010	Barefoot & On the Mat May 2023: You are as welcome as the flowers in May. Greetings and welcome to the weekly Barefoot & On The Mat check-in thread! This is a long-running VF check-in. We're a cozy, friendly group who enjoy a wide variety of workouts, but we have a special fondness for those traditionally done without shoes. If you enjoy yoga, Pilates, Barre, Qi Gong, Classical Stretch/Essentrics, Weight lifting, etc. (or even if you simply prefer doing traditional workouts without shoes!) you'll feel right at home. And even if you wear shoes for such workouts, come on in! Please feel free to join in. We love hearing from new, returning and guest Mat Mavens. Our welcome mat is always out!

05-01-23, 08:34 AM
Paine VF Supporter Join Date: Sep 2010	Happy May! Margaret's Fitness Becomes You (Volume 1 Program C: Upper Body workout) This morning at 7am I'll also be doing Jackie's live Zoom Essentrics class. I'm waving to everyone!

05-01-23, 08:48 AM
Pat58 VF Supporter Join Date: May 2002 Location: Connecticut	Good morning all! ~ K's FBFM challenge days 25 and 26 ~ Yin/yoga nidra workshop at studio ~ 3,380 steps The yin class was heavenly and I could do more poses than three months ago. But I fell asleep for the nidra. It was a very special one too, from the sounds of it as I regained consciousness. Drat! Beth, I'm glad that massage was helpful. I love when the moon and stars align for a great massage. Kiss My Asana, LOL! Paine, sorry to hear your GS's birthday party had to be postponed. I hope his Dad feels better very soon. Thank you for starting our May check-in. Waves to all who visit today!

05-01-23, 10:50 AM
toaster Exchange Moderator Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Western NY	Oops, thanks to Paine for re-directing me to the new month! Here's my mistaken post from the old thread: Paine that's disappointing for your grandson! My niece had a covid-related b-day cancelation 2 years ago when she turned 11 - a little easier for her to understand being older, but I know she was disappointed too. The event yesterday was in an old warehouse-style building downtown that's now a wedding venue. It was a cool large room with exposed brick walls, wood floors - a bit cold though! There were maybe 50? participants. The movement we did was pretty simple, about half chair yoga, half floor (since it was for an accessible yoga charity). But the instructors info/cues were so exquisite that it was a real pleasure, plus I got to meet some others in the yoga community. __________________ Beth aka Toaster (she/her) *Follow me @YogiBethC* YouTube\|Instagram\|Facebook And yes, I am Reviewer Dr. Beth on Amazon.

05-01-23, 12:54 PM
JustSandra Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Sacramento, CA	Hello! Paine: Thanks for getting us started this month! Sorry about your grandson's birthday party. I was actually supposed to have an early birthday party this evening, but it got postponed due to the Covid case in our group. Oh well -- we'lll still have a good time next Monday! Today's Workout: Body Pump at my gym. Hoping everything is okay with our Cyana. Waving to all! __________________ Sandra "When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro." Hunter S. Thompson

05-01-23, 05:40 PM
YogaGal Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Arizona	Paine: Thanks for starting the May thread. So sorry about your grandson not getting to have his birthday party as planned; hopefully you can celebrate later when everyone is healthy! I have tons of grading this week, so I may not be checking in much, but I wanted to update my latest workouts. Friday was an early work day and resting in the afternoon, so no workout or yoga. Saturday Kassandra’s Flexible Body Yoga, Days 28 and 29 Sunday Jessica Smith’s YT How to Get (and Stay!) Motivated: A 1-Mile #Walk + Talk Kassandra’s Flexible Body Yoga, Day 30 Monday Workout with Roxanne YT Grow Glutes in 20 mins \| Build a Booty \| Dumbbells // No Repeat Yoga with Joelle, 10-min Yoga for Hips, Hamstrings & Shoulders! __________________ ~~Carolyn~~ “Anyday we can get up and move is a Great Day!” Jessica Smith

05-01-23, 09:07 PM
Donna D Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Western New York	Happy May everyone! Paine - sorry to hear about the cancellation of the birthday party for your grandson due to Covid. Speaking of Covid, I had my 6th Covid vaccination on Thursday. My arm was very itchy within minutes of the shot, never had that happen before. It was a bit sore also, which I had not experienced before. Within an hour all was back to normal. Checking in with Day 6 of Lee Holden's 30 day challenge and Winsor Pilates Back workout.

05-01-23, 09:13 PM
toaster Exchange Moderator Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Western NY	Hi Donna! I was wondering about the next round of covid shots - I guess I've gotten 5 now. I might wait until fall, but on the other had, I'm traveling this summer...I will have to consult with DH. I'm surprised you never had arm soreness before! I've gotten that ever covid shot and get it from the flu shot too, although it's MUCH less if I move my arm around a lot right after getting the shot. Carolyn, hope the end of the semester goes smoothly. Today was my last Monday to work for May! Pat, yay about your progress! Yoga Nidra always puts me to sleep. Paine, I'm in awe that you posted before the 7 a.m. class this morning! Sandra I hope cyana is okay too. I was so tired after work today! I did a couple of 10-minute floor routines from JoJoFit plus a 30-minute Yin/Yang from Yoga with Melissa. __________________ Beth aka Toaster (she/her) *Follow me @YogiBethC* YouTube\|Instagram\|Facebook And yes, I am Reviewer Dr. Beth on Amazon.

05-01-23, 10:37 PM
yogapam VF Supporter Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: West coast of Canada, eh. ;)	Yay for May, one month closer to summer! Thanks for starting us off Paine! A quick fly by for me today… ~Full Body Stability Ball with Dumbbells (Workout Hotel on YT) - This was a nice change, Pilates inspired with light weights. https://youtu.be/E6zluyOqGDc ~Kate Vantucci Yoga: Find Ease https://youtu.be/1V_9OoL5owc Waves to all! __________________ **~Pam~** Certified Level 4 Essentrics Instructor - March 2021 Hatha YTT - 2011 Your body keeps an accurate journal regardless of what you write down..... "Take care of your body. It's the only place you have to live." Jim Rohn "It’s not what we do once in a while that shapes our lives, but what we do consistently.” - Tony Robbins Check out my Instagram account, @fitness.ficti0n.inspirati0n

05-02-23, 08:40 AM
Pat58 VF Supporter Join Date: May 2002 Location: Connecticut	Good morning ladies! Yesterday I accomplished: ~ LWR's Posture Challenge Day 14 ~ Walk around neighborhood after work ~ Home PT ~ 7,382 steps Good luck with your grading, Carolyn. Did you finish Kassandra's challenge? I still have two more. Donna, nice to see you! I hope you don't have any further side effects from the booster. Pam, thanks for sharing the stability ball workout, I bookmarked it. Good morning to Sandra, Paine, Beth, Sherry, and anyone else who visits.