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Age No Barrier for the Three Peaks with Yoga

Our 69+ Year Old Yoga Student and the Three Peaks Challenge

I’ve only gone and done it !

When I was first asked if I wanted to join in the 3 Peakers I hummed and hawed, was I fit enough ? Did a few walks​ in the Dales qualify me as a serious walker? Did I have the stamina for 24.9 miles?

So I started walking everywhere, to the shops, to see friends​ and every Sunday 10 or more miles.  I also joined in with some of the practice walks and was pleased with my progress I kept a​ good pace and completed the miles.​

Then my bunion became inflamed!

Then I got a trapped nerve  in my shoulder​!​

Was I becoming my own saboteur?

This is were I give a BIG shout out to YOGA​.​​  I had a chat with Angela in class​ explaining my dilemma she help me with​  gentle glorious stretching.  The relief was amazing.​  Building strong muscle, lubricating juicy joints.

YOGA really is for everybody​!​

As we were getting closer the Challenge!  We all had something​ to contribute to making the day as comfortable and safe​ as possible; the best snacks to have in your pocket, (jelly babies​ come out on top…)​  Swapping tips for the best boots to use, comfiest socks​ and even the best knickers… What a brilliant team effort and terrific back up crew, meeting us with hot drinks, scrumptious food and encouragement to see it through to the finish, ​which we all did.

Thank you to everyone at Om Yoga Works for a brilliant day and support in and out of classes.

From a lady ​who at 69 years + is forever grateful to yoga!

PS​. If you have ever wondered if Yoga is for you give it a go it not only builds a healthy body, but a healthy mind set​ and confidence.

Namaste  HH